Amplifying Heritage and Creativity at Afro Fashion Association

Amplifying Heritage and Creativity at Afro Fashion Association

Founded in Milan in 2015 by social entrepreneur Michelle Ngonmo, the Afro Fashion Association (AFA) works to elevate creatives of colour while addressing the racial inequalities prevalent throughout the Italian fashion industry. Observing the systemic blockades BIPOC designers face across Europe, Ngonmo established AFA as a platform to nurture talent and amplify underrepresented voices. Central…

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Inside America’s Fast Fashion Graveyard

Inside America’s Fast Fashion Graveyard

LAREDO, Texas –– Every day, thousands of trucks and railcars shuttle back and forth into and out of the Port of Laredo. Mostly, they’re bringing goods in from Mexico or overseas, from chemicals to packaged foods to auto parts, destined for factories, grocery stores and warehouses across the US. But there’s one product that’s more…

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SmartFabric

How the Fashion Business Is Being Reimagined Through IoT, AI, and Virtual Experiences

Illustration: A fashion product development team reviews a digital dashboard showing real-time fabric data, sustainability scores, and virtual try-on results. SmartFabric Fashion Is Transforming—And It’s Not Just About Style The global fashion industry is at a pivotal moment. The rise of e-commerce, shifting consumer values, and demand for sustainable practices have exposed cracks in traditional…

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