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𝗙𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 – 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝘄𝗼: 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮 Singapore Fashion Council (SFC), in partnership with ASN Media, proudly launches Season Two of Fashion Futures, an acclaimed documentary series spotlighting creativity, sustainability, and innovation in the fashion industry. Building on the success of its debut, this new season explores the evolving landscape of fashion across Southeast Asia, addressing key themes that are transforming the industry: · 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 & 𝗧𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – sustainable materials and advanced textile technologies · 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 & 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 – reducing waste, recycling, and circular business models · 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – new technologies reshaping transparency, retail, and efficiency · 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 & 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 – developing the workforce to thrive in a rapidly changing fashion ecosystem Raffles Design Institute is honoured to once again be featured in Fashion Futures, highlighting the commitment of Principal Giuseppe (Joe) SPINELLI to grooming future-ready Raffles Designers. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and industry-relevant skills, #RafflesFashionDesigners are equipped to shape a more responsible and dynamic fashion ecosystem in Southeast Asia and beyond. Thank you Shirt Number White, Sean Sheila, Tanchen Studio, Verina Lie and Aurelia Carissa for sharing your design journeys with aspiring fashion designers. Visit Raffles College of Higher Education: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gt4zeysn #RafflesEducation #RafflesSingapore #SuccessbyDesign #RCHE https://lnkd.in/gFiephzi

Is sustainability becoming the new gold standard for luxury? The boundaries between exclusivity and responsibility are rapidly disappearing, as consumers demand transparency, durability, and ethical action from high-end brands. In my latest article, I explore how environmental and social values are fast becoming the deciding factor in what “luxury” means for tomorrow’s market. Whether it’s guilt-free indulgence, circular design, or brands leading with climate action, responsibility is now at the core of desirability. If luxury is to endure, it must be reimagined as a force for positive impact, where heritage and creativity meet accountability. Dive into the future of fashion, brand strategy, and consumer expectations in “Beyond Conspicuous Consumption: Luxury’s Next Chapter.” Read the article: https://lnkd.in/e3gUxypN #FutureOfLuxury #SustainabilityAndLuxury #TheNewLuxuryConsumer

✺ SUSTAINABLE LUXURY SECTORS SERIES: Through many conversations, it’s become clear that when people talk about sustainable luxury, it’s often conflated with fashion. ╰┈➤ It’s unclear how this came to be. Some academics attribute the conflation of luxury and fashion to fashion brands morphing into luxury brands. Perhaps it is also due to fashion’s visibility, perceived impact, or other factors within sustainable luxury and another theory is that the conflation has been intentionally created to develop professional service offers. In some cases, sustainable luxury is even confused with sustainable fashion yet not all sustainable fashion is luxury. Luxury fashion is only one sector within the broader Personal Luxury Goods category. ╰┈➤ Clarifying this distinction matters. For this platform, understanding the full scope of sustainable luxury is essential because unknown sectors mean unknown opportunities and often misaligned offers. ╰┈➤ Luxury fashion is also one of the most competitive spaces to build a sustainability career. This competition is evident from the growing number of dedicated sustainability courses, specialists, and side projects within the field. ╰┈➤ Another aspect that blurs the lines within luxury is its hierarchy or spectrum. Democratisation and brand portfolios within major groups often mean there is little separation between premium and griffe, a distinction that is, in many ways, more academic than practical in this platform's context. Its difficult to dissect portfolios and accurately assess sustainable luxury impact, as brands operate across multiple tiers and categories within the same group. ╰┈➤ While some sectors may attract criticism, the purpose here is not to pass judgment on which sectors are “better” than others. Rather, it’s to highlight the diverse opportunities for impact, that exist at sector, company, professional level and to recognise the many custodians of change driving transformation across the luxury ecosystem. ╰┈➤ Here’s your primer on the different sector categories within sustainable luxury. Comprehensive but not conclusive, this is also purposefully light on services and experiences. These sector aggregations may vary slightly depending on the source of information. ❋ What new sectors or opportunities does this open up for you?

Seeing innovations like R|Elan's futuristic fabrics at Lakmē Fashion Week is a powerful reminder that the global textile landscape is accelerating. For Canadian designers and merchandisers, this isn't just a distant headline; it's a direct signal. The factories we partner with are producing these high-performance, sustainable textiles right now. The takeaway? The materials that define tomorrow's collections are already here. Instead of being limited by local sourcing, imagine having a curated box of these global innovations on your desk every month. That’s how we empower Canadian design—not just by keeping up with trends, but by giving you the physical tools to lead. The future of fabric is being woven, and it's accessible to Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal studios today.

Excited to share our Capstone Project for the Master in Fashion Management in Rome Business School Together with my amazing teammates Tiya Kfoury, Ioanna Kavazopoulou, Aierke Yermentayeva, Nour Zaatar, and under the guidance of our Program Director, Umberto Macchi di Cellere and our mentor Elfriede Schallmeiner, we developed: “Loewe: Sustaining the Legacy” - a strategic roadmap to ensure Loewe continues to thrive as a future-forward luxury house. Our work focused on three main pillars: •⁠ ⁠Purpose-led Collaborations: partnering with NGOs like Fundación Fabrics for Freedom to merge fashion with social impact. •⁠ ⁠AI Integration: proposing the launch of Loewe Curator, an AI-powered stylist and product passport system to enhance personalization and transparency. •⁠ ⁠Sustainability & Circularity: expanding initiatives like Loewe ReCraft, integrating regenerative materials, and strengthening circular services. By combining creative vision, strategic analysis, and industry insights, we designed a plan that balances heritage, craft, and consciousness, while addressing the expectations of the new generation of luxury consumers. It has truly been a pleasure to work on this Capstone — a journey where we challenged ourselves, learned from one another, and imagined together what the future of luxury could look like. - A huge thank you to everyone involved, & special thanks also to Natalia González for kindly sharing her perspective in an interview that enriched our research.

The Rise of Sustainable Polo T-Shirts in 2025 In 2025, fashion and responsibility are walking hand in hand — and sustainable polo T-shirts are leading the way. As consumers become more conscious about their choices, they’re not just looking for comfort and style but also for ethical craftsmanship and eco-friendly materials. Brands across the globe are now turning to organic cotton, bamboo, and recycled fibers to design polos that don’t just look good but do good. The modern polo is no longer a symbol of casual elegance alone — it’s a reflection of sustainability in motion. From corporate uniforms to everyday wear, these sustainable polos are redefining what it means to dress smart. With durability, breathability, and minimal environmental impact, they appeal to the new-age consumer who values quality over quantity. As the fashion industry continues to evolve, one thing is clear — the sustainable polo isn’t just a passing trend. It’s a future-forward choice that combines classic design with a cleaner conscience. 

From Designer Deadstock to Dream Product .....Turning Luxury Waste Into Circular Gold The luxury fashion industry has a massive waste problem. One entrepreneur found gold in designer scraps. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦 Major luxury brands produce enormous amounts of high-quality leather waste Premium Italian leather scraps destined for landfills despite exceptional quality Fast design cycles create continuous streams of usable offcuts Environmental impact grows as luxury production scales 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 Dana Cohen, former fashion designer, frustrated after a decade of industry waste Chance meeting with manufacturer who had container full of leather scraps Experimented with offcuts to create wallets and handbags Launched Hyer Goods in 2019 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥 💡Sources premium offcuts from Italian luxury production houses 💡Partners with small Italian family firms for craftsmanship 💡Production runs under 500 units per design 💡Pricing below designer originals but reflects quality materials 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 ➕3,000+ kilos of leather waste diverted from landfill ➕Retail shop opened in NYC with women-in-business grant support ➕Multiple major retail partnerships across USA ➕True circular economy model in action 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞 ❌Trump tariffs on EU imports forced choice: relocate or raise prices ❌Cohen chose quality over cost, kept Italian production ❌Small batch availability limits scalability ❌Higher production costs than mass manufacturing ❌Consumer education needed on value of upcycled luxury 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 ✅ Luxury deadstock is untapped opportunity, not waste ✅ Quality partnerships beat mass production for sustainable luxury ✅ Small-batch models can compete in high-end markets ✅ Values-driven business attracts grant support and loyal customers ✅ Circular economy works when quality meets conscience 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Can upcycled luxury compete with traditional designer goods? The answer isn't whether luxury can be sustainable It's whether the industry will choose to be. Would you buy upcycled luxury goods? Share your thoughts below. 👇 #SustainableFashion #CircularEconomy #LuxuryGoods #Upcycling #WasteReduction #EthicalFashion #LeatherGoods #Entrepreneurship #WomenInBusiness #FashionInnovation https://lnkd.in/gaMKC2RV

As The Business of Fashion reports, this is what we mean when we talk about Luxury V3 | The Next Era of Luxury. We’re already seeing brands that "look" luxury, but don’t feel truly groundbreaking... or even justified in their pricing. The next era of luxury won’t be built on heritage stories alone. Next-gen brands need to become leaders in their industry again and NOT just tell stories our grandparents lived. The winners will be those who push their industry forward with Art + Science. With Innovation + Grace. I do not want to ignore Luxury V2 heritage brands investing in the future, though: BALENCIAGA - they're experimenting with gaming and digital communities Prada Group - they're pushing sustainability with recycled nylon LVMH - they're investing in AI, biotech, and some interesting next-gen materials - Who will lead innovation in their industries? That will determine who will lead in luxury.

🌿 Circular Design Takes Center Stage in Southeast Asia Southeast Asia is redefining fashion with a bold shift toward sustainability. From Cambodia to Vietnam and Thailand, designers are championing circular fashion - transforming textile waste into new possibilities and driving a greener retail future. At Turning Point Retail Solutions Cambodia, we’re proud to support this movement - helping retailers embrace eco-smart innovations that combine style, sustainability, and technology. 💚 The future of fashion is circular - and it starts here. #CircularFashion #SustainableDesign #CambodiaRetail #SmartRetail #FashionInnovation #TurningPointRetailSolutions #EcoFashion