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Vogues ultimate guide to sustainable fashion

What does sustainable fashion actually mean? And what are the eco-conscious brands to look out for? Here's everything you need to know

Justin Polkey

Sustainable fashion is a term that’s increasingly used (and overused, often with little to back it up) these days, as we all become ever more aware of the serious environmental impact of our clothes —with the industry responsible for a shocking four to 10 per cent of global greenhouse-gas emissions every year. But what does sustainable fashion actually mean?

Elevating Indian Cotton-The Kasturi Cotton Bharat Programme and Its Impact on the Textile Industry

The “Kasturi Cotton Bharat” Programme represents a significant initiative aimed at enhancing the quality and global reputation of Indian cotton. This program is a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Textiles, the Government of India, and various trade and industry bodies, with TEXPROCIL acting as the implementing agency. The primary goal is to promote the use of premium quality cotton that meets international standards throughout the textile value chain.

India's textile & apparel exports dip in Feb, but rise cumulatively

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India's textile and apparel (T&A) exports declined by 2.27 per cent in February 2025, contrasting with January's growth.
However, this drop was less severe than the 10.85 per cent fall in overall merchandise exports.
Despite February's dip, T&A exports grew 7.19 per cent in April–February FY25.
Apparel exports rose 3.97 per cent, while textile exports fell 7.35 per cent.

Zara, Uniqlo, H&M Invest 40M Euros in Infinited Fiber Co.

Zara, Uniqlo, and H&M Invest 40M Euros in Infinited Fiber Co: Infinited Fiber Company, a pioneering tech and fashion firm, has concluded a successful two-part financing round, raising 40 million euros. The round saw significant investments from esteemed new investors, including Inditex, TTY Management, Youngone, and Goldwin, alongside existing supporters.

India-Bangladesh Trade in Turmoil Retaliatory measures threaten regional commerce, exacerbate cost

The burgeoning trade relationship between India and Bangladesh has hit a turbulent patch, marked by a series of retaliatory trade restrictions that threaten to disrupt established supply chains, inflate costs, and potentially undermine regional economic integration. Following Bangladesh's imposition of curbs on Indian yarn exports via land, India has responded with stringent port restrictions on a wide range of imports from its eastern neighbor, most notably ready-made garments (RMG), a cornerstone of Bangladesh's export economy.

IAF Warns US Tariffs Damage Global Apparel Supply Chains

The International Apparel Federation (IAF) represents the apparel manufacturing sector across over 40 countries, encompassing a vast global industry with hundreds of thousands of companies and millions of workers. Apparel and textiles are among the most globalized sectors, historically serving as a cornerstone for industrial growth worldwide.

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