Apparel December 2019 | Page 38

FEATURE MATTERS OF SUSTAINABILITY Today, more and more brands are integrating sustainability into their business processes. Meera Warrier looks closely into this phenomenon. In the last few years, sustainable and ethical fashion has become increasingly popular among consumers the world over. With climate change playing an integral part of all conversations today—and many of us seeing its impact on our daily lives—it is no longer a theoretical concept. In order to cater to this set of buyers, who choose to live a life of responsible consumption, the apparel industry has witnessed a gradual shift in the mindsets of existing, major players as well as small, mushrooming businesses that keep ethics and sustainability at the core of their operations and philosophy. This article delves into the way brands are interpreting and incorporating sustainability in their processes today. 36 I APPAREL I December 2019