As our climate, ecological and social crises converge, urgent action is needed to maximize our chances of survival. A new commercial approach is possible but it requires a systemic shift, with companies learning to operate as part of a wider ‘ecosystem’, allowing fashion to restore what it has taken and redesign itself to operate within planetary boundaries.

On 21 Feb 2024 we joined Headington School in Oxford for the first ever SFW Hub in an education setting. This was an exciting step in the development of SFW activities and in reaching younger audiences.

Did you know that 60% of all garments produced today contain polyester? Polyester is a synthetic fabric, derived from fossil fuels like petroleum, which has a negative impact on both human health and environmental health…

'Bravo will inspire you to repair, recycle and give old items a new lease of life' Stylist

Aja Barber wants change. In the 'learning' first half of the book, she will expose you to the endemic injustices in our consumer industries and the uncomfortable history of the textile industry; one which brokered slavery, racism and today's wealth inequality.

According to NOAA 2023 was officially the hottest year on record globally! With it being the second-hottest year in the UK according to the Met Office. Along with the historic heat, 2023 also saw the Antarctic sea ice coverage dropped to a record low.

‘‘The idea that fashion is grown and comes from a farm always surprises people as we are so disconnected from where the things we wear come from. So, this wonderful project and book, executed with great charm and creativity, is an important message.’’ Anya Hindmarch

There is a major disconnect between what we wear and our knowledge of its impact on land, air, water, labor, and human health.

No one will be shocked to hear that Boohoo has been putting 'Made in UK' labels on clothing actually manufactured overseas.

For three years running, SFW has run our #MendItMay digital campaign across May, inviting people across the UK to take action and mend one item of clothing to save it from landfill. New for 2024 is our in-person repair demos and skills learning, aimed at school age children and parents.

As local Bristolians, it is so exciting for us to see some sustainable options throughout the Bristol Shopping Quarter.

Our founder Amelia writes up a little review of the magical film The Nettle Dress. Showing in four venues as part of SFW 2023.

We take a moment to chat to our Hub partner in Manchester about the fashion industry, consumption and circularity.

Introducing our hub partners in Frome: Everyone Needs Pockets! The Everyone Needs Pockets Textile Reuse Network is an inclusive group of enterprises and individuals whose focus and priority is about addressing clothing and textile reuse, recycling and regeneration.

Introducing our third international Hub partners in Brooklyn, New York and Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Leading the Brooklyn hub are Rick Davis and Bridgett Artiste, the founders of Sustainable Fashion Week USA.

Introducing our second international Hub, based in Bangalore. SFW Hub: India is delivered by two friends, Priyanka and Laghna. We’re so excited to see what they’ll be putting together for September.

Introducing our first international Hub! We’re so excited to be partnering with Elizabeth Omeri of Denani Designs, who will deliver the SFW Hub: Papua New Guinea.

Second hand shopping and thrifted clothing has become a huge trend that not only benefits people and planet. Join our friend Sophie Saint as she explores why it’s the best option…

Our concept and theme for SFW 2023 is the ‘Rewear Revolution’. Save the date, sign up to participate and be part of it.

Our Plymouth Hub will be designed and delivered by Abigail, who takes creative entrepreneurs from idea to launch, helping build brands they can be proud of. She supports both existing fashion brands in becoming sustainable and works with purpose driven fashion startups. Accelerating growth from design to development.