Apparel and accessories
November 6, 2020
Senior leaders now see sustainability as an opportunity for innovation and not a sacrifice. Image courtesy of Kering.
By Ellen Kelleher
Executives of major fashion brands are driving efforts to make the industry more sustainable, an area that was once the preserve of a young, environmentally conscious minority.
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