In her latest book, Safia Minney makes a case for regenerative systems that leave some of the supply chain's most horrific attributes behind.
The fashion industry is currently "one of absurdity," London fashionTo build its wealth, it has created inherent "sacrifice zones" — areas made to be disposable in the interest of economic gain. For example, companies increase profit margins by underpaying garment workers and allowing for poor working conditions. That's what lead to catastrophes like the 2013Low prices should be a red flag to consumers on the ethics of the product they're purchasing.
Though we may not see an end to capitalism anytime soon, Minney is hopeful, thanks to the work of activists and advocates within the industry. "There's some really exciting legislation coming through in terms of modern slavery," she tells Fashionista. "I think the Remake Report also gives some really clear indications as to what kind of transparency civil society is now expecting. There are lots of different levers pushing for change.
"The next evolution of fashion design," she wrote, "will be triggered by talented individuals reaching even greater heights of creativity and systems thinking, while reducing their ecological footprint and increasing their social impact. Anything less will go out of fashion for good."
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