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🌱♻️ Embrace Sustainability: Zero Waste Materials 🌍♻️ Join us in our commitment to a greener future! Today, we're diving into the world of zero-waste materials and how they're revolutionizing the way we think about fashion and sustainability. From recycled fabrics to upcycled materials, discover how innovative design techniques are reshaping the industry while reducing our environmental footprint. Together, let's build a more sustainable and stylish future! #SustainableFashion #ZeroWaste #EcoFriendlyFashion #CareerDevelopment #TechTrends #ProfessionalDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #RemoteWork #DigitalTransformation #Innovation #DiversityandInclusion #PersonalDevelopment

In the context of the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development: “Reinforcing the 2030 Agenda and eradicating poverty in times of multiple crises: the effective delivery of sustainable, resilient and innovative solutions” Hecho Por Nosotros animaná and Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs are delighted to invite you to participate to its side event “Crafting the Creative economy: Digital innovation, Culture and Regenerative value chains to advance the 2030 Agenda” The main themes that will be discussed are the following: ✅ Integrating ancestral knowledge and cutting-edge technology through collaboration with Indigenous communities to promote regenerative models for sustainable development. ✅ Celebrating the Year of the Camelid by highlighting and integrating the value chains of camelids in Argentina, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and globally. ✅ Creating a space for inclusive dialogue and knowledge-sharing among policy-makers, technology experts, and indigenous and creative communities. After the main panel discussion, the event will start with a panelist discussion followed by break out room sessions in which we will be developing horizontal conversations. We invite you to join Lab 6: "Sustainability of sourcing in luxury fashion”.This lab discussion will be led by: Utena Yamazaki, Aleksandra Mengüverdi, Maria Constanza Mosquera Mansilla and Ezekwem Enyinnaya 💡 The HxN Lab system in fashion is a research laboratory within HxN that challenges the current fashion system and seeks to change it for the better. We are focusing on "luxury fashion" this year. While fast fashion has received attention because of the issues it raises, the luxury industry has a lot of room to discuss and this is essential to bringing about a systemic change. In Lab 6, titled 'Sustainability of Sourcing in Luxury Fashion,' we will delve into the sourcing practices of luxury fashion. This includes examining the materials utilized, their origins, and proposing solutions aimed at enhancing sustainability and fostering systemic change within the fashion industry. Don't miss this opportunity to join the conversation! Be part of the discussion here: https://lnkd.in/d5mv7u86 Ashoka Ashoka Cono Sur Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs United Nations Radhika Shah

🌍✨ Calling All Climate Innovators in Fashion! ✨🌍 Dear Fashion Industry enthusiasts and Circular Economy pioneers, Are you ready to revolutionize fashion and take bold steps toward a more sustainable future? Our A-B-Circular Project Partner invites all Fashion Startups to apply for the Climate Action Accelerator at Impact Hub Berlin—applications close 19th January! 🚀 Cohort #1: Fashion Forward This hybrid 3-month accelerator programme empowers mission-driven startups in the fashion industry to scale their solutions and maximize their impact. From tailored coaching and peer learning to access to a robust network of industry experts and investors, this is your chance to grow your business and make a real difference for the planet. Why Focus on Fashion? The fashion industry accounts for: 🔴 10% of global carbon emissions 🔵 20% of industrial water pollution ⚫ 92 million tons of annual waste ⚪ 79 billion cubic meters of water use With such a significant environmental footprint, the fashion sector holds immense potential for transformative impact through innovation, circularity, and collaboration. Who Should Apply? 🌟 Early-stage startups with measurable climate impact 🌟 Solutions in sustainable materials, circular business models, waste management, digital fashion, and more 🌟 Teams ready to scale and drive meaningful change 📅 Programme Start Date: 3rd February 2025 💡 Are you ready to lead the change? Apply now! ➡️ Learn more & apply here https://lnkd.in/ekEwPr2J Let’s reshape the fashion industry, one sustainable step at a time. ♻️ #CircularEconomy #SustainableFashion #ClimateAction #ImpactHubBerlin #FashionInnovation #ABCircular VORN — The Berlin Fashion Hub HTW Startup Circular Berlin Fashion Revolution Germany e.V.

💡 Innovation vs. Strategy: What Really Drives Great Design? Let’s be honest—everyone wants their product or brand to be innovative. It’s the “next big thing,” the game-changer, the “wow” moment. But here’s the hard truth: innovation alone isn’t enough. Design innovation is the seed, full of potential. But without strategy—the soil, water, and sunlight—it never grows. And yet, how often do we see brands obsess over planting seeds while neglecting the conditions needed for them to thrive? Here’s the real question: Are we too focused on chasing bold ideas and forgetting the strategy that makes them happen? At the end of the day, it’s not just about being innovative—it’s about making innovation real, tangible, and impactful. If you’re looking to take your big idea and make it thrive, let’s talk. I specialize in helping brands turn innovative sparks into strategic successes. 👉 What do you think: Should design teams focus more on the spark or the soil? Let’s discuss! Jo'el Ellis Delmonte Foods Julie T. Nestlé Danielle Dahlgren Reckitt Ryan Parkinson Happy Egg Designsteins

Are Next-Gen Material Startups Really Deprioritizing Fashion? This Vogue Business article suggests that next-gen material startups are moving away from fashion. While it’s true that some startups may shift focus, the real conversation should be about scalability challenges — not the industry itself. Fashion is a massive industry where sustainability can have significant impact, but the barriers to scaling bio-based materials, whether in fashion or any other sector, are largely the same. From securing supply chain consistency to ensuring performance at scale, the roadblocks we face are universal across industries. Stating that fashion doesn’t provide the volume of demand to significantly increase novel material production capacity is incorrect. The harsh reality is that many emerging materials are perceived as inferior in comparison to incumbent materials, starting with performance. Shifting to industries like automotive with higher standards will only slow down adoption. Rather than shifting focus, the key is to understand these barriers and work to overcome them. Innovators, manufacturers, and industry leaders need to collaborate on solving the scalability issue, not just for fashion, but for all sectors seeking sustainable solutions. At Evoco, we aim to meet our brand partners where they are in the sustainability journey, not where we would want them to be. With scalable, performance-based technology and transparent sustainability metrics that allow us to address our customers' needs in multiple industries. #Sustainability #BioBasedMaterials #FashionInnovation #NextGenMaterials #CircularEconomy #Scalability #Collaboration https://lnkd.in/grpSP5_B

We march backwards into the future. Why does innovation so rarely succeed? You know the kind of innovation I'm talking about, the kind of leaps forward that make people nervous. There's obvs a gazillion reasons, but the biggest is because we judge the leaps of innovation through our most recent past. As the acerbic Marshall McLuhan said "We look at the present through a rear-view mirror. We march backwards into the future. Suburbia lives imaginatively in Bonanza land" What does that mean for Underdogs? Research from the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute looked 83k new product launches over an 8 year period. They showed 80% of new products had failed within 2 years. And a big chunk of those new products are versions of existing products, from large brands. So your odds of success are close to zero; yep even you with your Retro inspired outdoor clothing brand recycled from Bamboo and Papaya Extract. So what can you change today to improve your chances? Innovation is sexy, but nostalgia is powerful. Pull at the public’s nostalgic heart strings and your mad invention might just succeed. Looking backwards is the key to innovation. Underdog brands, need Underdog thinking

📖 Innovation in Modern Notebook Design✨ Notebook producers are increasingly reinventing themselves to meet the demands of a modern and conscious public. Innovation in design is fundamental, and some trends are standing out: 🌱 Sustainability: Notebooks made with sustainable paper and biodegradable covers not only attract environmentally conscious consumers, but also show social responsibility. 🔧 Durability: Investing in robust bindings and covers that protect against wear and tear is essential to ensure that the product remains attractive for longer. 💡 Innovative Layouts: Creative designs, such as tear-off pages, spaces for digital notes and integration with applications, attract an audience looking for functionality and technology. Invest in these trends to create modern notebooks that not only meet consumer expectations, but also stand out in the market! 🌟📝

Finland has seen significant investments in fiber technology in recent years. Despite this, there remains a noticeable lack of direct investment in consumer fashion brands, an area ripe for growth and capable of elevating Finland's position in the global fashion industry. Fashion X VC Funding event, coinciding with Arctic15, aims to spotlight this gap by emphasizing the urgent need for venture capital in these brands.💸 During the event we will hear a panel discussion about the role of venture capital investment in Finnish consumer or fashion brands. Panelists are Angel Investor Björn Engström from BITE Studios & Sätila of Sweden, Partner Elina Holkko from Lifeline Ventures, CEO Onni Ikonen from Pispala Clothing, CEO Petteri Kiuru from Wølmark Finland, Investor Evie Kivi from Maki VC and, Partner Lauri Kokkila from Inventure VC. Discussion is moderated by Konrad Olsson, Editor-in-Chief & Founder from Scandinavian MIND.🙌 📆 When & where 📍June 7th, 2–4 pm 📍Cable Factory (Kaapelitehdas) This event is part of Finnish Textile & Fashion’s project Digital Disruption in the Fashion Industry. Finnish Textile & Fashion project is funded by the European Union – NextGenerationEU. Read more and sign up before May 30th.👇

Innovation and creativity thrive in the hands of those who see beyond the ordinary, transforming discarded materials into new and imaginative creations. This approach not only breathes new life into what others consider waste but also exemplifies a sustainable and visionary mindset. Imagine an owner, surrounded by piles of old and scrapped materials—metal pieces, worn-out fabric, broken wood, and forgotten treasures of yesterday. Instead of seeing these items as useless, they become the raw materials for a journey of innovation. Each piece is carefully examined, its potential unlocked through creativity and skill. The process begins with a vision—a mental blueprint of what could be. Old metal scraps are welded and shaped into sculptures that defy convention, blending form and function in surprising ways. Worn-out fabric finds new purpose as vibrant patchwork designs, creating eclectic tapestries that tell stories of resilience and reinvention. Even broken wood is meticulously crafted into furniture that whispers tales of history while embracing modern aesthetics. The owner's workshop becomes a sanctuary of transformation, where creativity flourishes and craftsmanship reigns supreme. Here, the boundaries between art and utility blur, as each piece crafted from reclaimed materials becomes a testament to human ingenuity and environmental stewardship. Beyond mere recycling, this process is an ode to resourcefulness—an affirmation that innovation knows no bounds when guided by imagination. It challenges conventional notions of value and beauty, proving that true creativity lies in the ability to see potential where others see only discard. Moreover, the impact extends far beyond the workshop walls. Each creation becomes a conversation starter, prompting reflections on sustainability and the power of individual action. It inspires others to rethink their own consumption habits and embrace the possibilities of upcycling and repurposing. In conclusion, innovation and creativity at their best are exemplified by the transformation of old and scrapped materials into new and imaginative items. This process not only celebrates human creativity but also champions sustainability and environmental responsibility. It reminds us that in every discarded piece lies an opportunity for reinvention—a chance to create something beautiful, meaningful, and enduring out of what was once considered lost.