Sustainable fashion terms are defined, such as circular fashion, emphasizing a closed-loop system utilizing finite resources for clothing that can be recycled and reused. Fast fashion is critiqued for its environmental damage and unethical practices, while the article explains concepts like deadstock, recycled and upcycled fashion, and zero waste, highlighting their roles in promoting sustainability.| E D G E
This study highlights the contributions of Black fashion creators, influencers, and events that have shaped fashion history. It showcases innovative talents from the Harlem Renaissance era to the vibrant period of the 1970s, emphasizing key figures, some unexpectedly, like activist and dressmaker Rosa Parks and landmark events such as "The Battle of Versailles", showcasing their undeniable impact on the evolution of the fashion industry.| E D G E
Fashion and art converge to showcase forward-thinking innovation within an urban context at Sheehan Gallery’s, "FACT: fashion + art construct tomorrow", on display from 28 January to 4 April 2025. Works from painter Erik ReeL and fashion designers Palani Bearghost, Alena Kalana, and Fabiola Soavelo, featuring over 50 fashion and art objects, invite a re-evaluation of how we think about the future, empowering personal agency for both the artist and the viewer.| E D G E
Palani Bearghost, a Native American artist, collaborates with Northern Cheyenne and Crow Nation students to create culturally significant fashion, emphasizing storytelling and heritage. Her brand N…| E D G E
Inspired by the contoured lines of Vietnamese rice fields and the iconic conical hat, Alena Kalana presents Ruộng lúa (Vietnamese for rice field). This collection captures cultural symbolism by blending modern fashion with elements celebrating Vietnam's agrarian roots and landscapes. Each piece resonates with the essence of the conical hat, telling a story of resilience and artistry that invites wearers to embrace Vietnamese culture while making a bold fashion statement.| E D G E
Fabiola Soavelo's collection, Unsettling Fihavanana, integrates storytelling and heritage through fashion, reflecting her Swiss-Malagasy background. The collection emphasizes concepts of unity and identity and critiques the fashion industry's focus on spectacle over substance. Soavelo aims to challenge perceptions of the body and memory, merging traditional craftsmanship with contemporary themes.| E D G E
