Our Annual Conference is Here, and You're Invited!
Join us April 21-22 in Portland, Oregon, or tune in virtually from anywhere (with WiFi) to explore the nuanced layers of sustainable fashion and learn new ways to address fashion's most pressing problems through holistic, multifaceted approaches that consider the global impact, cultural and regional barriers, and the trade-offs of different solutions.
Sustainability in fashion encompasses a wide range of environmental, social, and economic concerns, including overproduction, waste, reliance on fossil fuels, biodiversity loss, microplastic pollution, chemical use, and labor issues. However, due to the complexity of these concerns, sustainability is often oversimplified into “good” or “bad.”
The lack of a universally agreed-upon definition leads to differing opinions and solutions, and the prevalence of greenwashing results in overgeneralizations that hinder progress. To move the industry towards sustainability, it's crucial to approach sustainability in a nuanced and realistic manner, considering the environmental, social, and economic impact of different fibers, technologies, and systems.
A multifaceted approach is needed to address the fashion industry's role in the climate crisis, considering all factors contributing to sustainability. Engagement with sustainability issues can occur through corporate ESG strategies, government regulation, and personal consumer choices, and all of these perspectives should be considered to find solutions that result in collective progress and tangible results. The industry must embrace sustainability's complexities and gray areas to make meaningful progress toward a more sustainable future.
Get ready to dive into the complexities of sustainable fashion at the 7th annual Sustainable Fashion Forum Conference in Portland, Oregon. From April 21-22nd, join industry leaders, scientists, educators, activists, c-suite executives, and leading brands in exploring the nuanced layers at the intersection of fashion, ethics, sustainability, and business.
Gain a deeper understanding of the complex environmental, social, and economic challenges affecting the fashion industry and learn how to address their trade-offs through holistic, multifaceted approaches that consider the global impact and cultural and regional barriers.
Don't miss the opportunity to gain diverse perspectives and connect with individuals from various industries, providing you with new insights beyond the usual industry silos. Grab your early bird ticket by February 28th at 11:59pm PT before they sell out, and experience everything you’ve come to know and love from SFF in-person. Prefer to tune in from the comfort of your own living room? We’ve got you covered! Attend from anywhere (with WiFi) with a digital pass and access all programming starting May 1st.
Stay Updated
We look forward to welcoming everyone to Portland next April. The safety and well-being of our SFF community continues to be a top priority. We will work with local health authorities to ensure the necessary precautions and measures are in place for SFF23 (regarding COVID-19 and its variants) and keep you updated throughout the season.
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See you in April!
