Black Friday sales in Britain jump 16.5% by value – Barclaycard
Barclaycard, which processes nearly one pound ($1.28) in every three pounds spent in the United Kingdom, said the volume of transactions on the annual discount day rose…
Read moreCMA investigates ASOS, Boohoo, Asda over green fashion claims
The body said Friday it’s launching investigations into the three big fashion names “scrutinising [their] eco-friendly and sustainability claims” regarding clothing, footwear, and accessories.How serious is the…
Read moreCanada Goose launches Humanature platform and unveils hyper sustainable parka
And in its drive to help keep the planet cold through what it terms a Sustainable Impact Strategy, the brand has developed its most sustainable parka ever. The…
Read moreG-7 plans to ban imports of Russian diamonds, Belgium says
The mechanism will consist of a direct ban on purchases, which would take effect on January 1, as well as indirect ban, which would kick in more…
Read moreFashion and the environment, an uncomfortable fit for McCartney
McCartney, known for her understated designs and refusal to use fur or leather in her work, said that while demand for garments and shows had soared thanks…
Read moreInternational Fur Federation claims animal cruelty video is a stunt
The global body has released a statement claiming a 2009 exposé was staged by animal rights activists in a move to destroy the reputation of the trade.The…
Read moreMatchesfashion creates Black Employees Forum as BLM movement drives change
In a public statement, CEO Ajay Kavan said the British luxury retailer has consulted with a number of black colleagues to hear their experiences, feedback and suggestions…
Read moreModest fashion the new growth driver for luxury labels
“We are witnessing a huge change in the attitudes of labels, which are increasingly marketing products targeted to consumers they barely considered in the past. A category…
Read morePlastic packaging to get the chop at Garnier maker L’Oreal
L’Oreal, which is also behind brands such as Maybelline and Lancome, added it would further cut back on emissions at offices and factories and improve the way…
Read moreShipping companies, retailers look to develop cleaner marine biofuel
International shipping accounts for 2.2% of global carbon dioxide emissions, according to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), more than aviation’s 2% share.The IMO, a United Nations agency,…
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