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On August 23, 2019
By Amanda Cosco
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Save the Date: FashionTech Toronto September Edition

Hey Toronto, do you want the chance to join the ongoing conversation of how emerging technology is impacting the fashion industry in Canada and beyond? Then be sure to check out FashionTech Toronto. Taking place September 10th 6:00 - 8:30…

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On August 22, 2019
By Amanda Cosco
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Don’t Miss WEAR Conference in Toronto

Save the date! October 7th-8th in Toronto Fashion Takes Action presents WEAR—that stands for the World Ethical Apparel Roundtable. The theme this year is purpose meets progress, and a number of stakeholders will gather to discuss the rapid transformation of…

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On August 20, 2019
By Amanda Cosco
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Frank + Oak Hosts Event on Responsible Denim

It's not every day you get to discuss sustainability inside a shopping mall, but that's exactly what I found myself doing last week. On Thursday, Montreal-based menswear (and more recently womenswear) brand Frank + Oak hosted an experiential event and…

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On August 20, 2019
By Genevieve Wright
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The Academics, Nonprofits, and Brands Creating A Textile Revolution

Of all the innovations disrupting fashion, technical textiles have to be one of the most exciting. Very soon, there will come a day where our clothing will be our phone, our doctor, our coach, our armor, our shower (gross, possibly;…

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On August 14, 2019
By Genevieve Wright
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Nike Signs UN Fashion Charter on Climate Change, Throws Support Behind Sustainability

In 2018, Nike was valued at $28 billion USD. To give you some perspective, the sportswear industry, in its entirety at that time, was valued at $84.1 billion USD. With such an impressive market share, Nike is in a leadership position…

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On August 8, 2019
By Amanda Cosco
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IFA Paris Announces FashionTech Innovation Hub

While fall is traditionally known as fashion season, this September there will be more to see in Paris than just runway shows. The International Fashion Academy (IFA) has announced the opening of a fashion tech innovation lab based at its…

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On August 7, 2019
By Genevieve Wright
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Prada Boosts Future Outlook, Invests In In-House Startups

Not typically considered an industry of futurists, fashion’s leading companies have often lagged behind in the tech race. Now - and not a moment too soon - Prada is the second of traditional luxury retailers to sponsor an accelerator program,…

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On July 22, 2019
By Genevieve Wright
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ASOS Employs “Responsible” Shopping Filter: Gimmick or Good Move?

This spring, ASOS replaced its former “Eco Edit” —a small, curated page of more sustainable brand offerings— to what it's now calling the “Responsible Edit.” The latter is a significantly larger collection of 3700 products ranging from clothing to accessories,…

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On July 17, 2019
By Amanda Cosco
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Hong Kong Adventure | Talk on 3D Printing and the Future of Fashion

Recently, I was in Hong Kong to share my thoughts with the Hong Kong Productivity Council. The HKPC is a government organization tasked with promoting and assisting the HK business sector through the introduction of more efficient and updated business…