10 Free Online Sustainable Fashion Events To Attend February 2024
The following sustainable fashion events are ONLINE and FREE. Consider registering for any event you are interested in attending! It is always possible to take a notebook and pen to join the sustainable fashion movement. It is important to continuously learn about the issues and solutions with experts in the fashion industry. Please note that the times of all the events have been converted to MDT Mountain time.
Saturday, February 10th
6:00-8:00 AM MDT
Threads of Change: Unveiling Sustainable Fashion by Health is Wealth Collection UK
Join Threads of Change for an upcoming online event dedicated to sustainable fashion. You will be able to share your thoughts and insights on sustainability during this informal Zoom discussion. People from 20 to 40 years old that are passionate about making sustainable choices are especially invited.
Monday, February 12th
11:00 AM- 12:00 PM MDT
Biomaterials as the future in fashion and the circular economy by Recovo
Join this event that focuses on the role of biomaterials in the future of fashion and their connection to the circular economy. The aim is to guide fashion companies in embracing sustainable solutions by covering the latest innovations in biomaterials, providing insight into their significance and explaining how it contributes to creating a circular economy within the fashion industry.
Tuesday, February 13th
10:00-11:00 AM MDT
Fashion Design: A Dialogue on Inclusivity and Sustainability by ADC & The One Club
Join a discussion focused on inclusivity and sustainability in fashion design, where designers, stylists, and creatives explore these topics in a panel. Hosted by Izzy Camilleri, a Canadian fashion designer and ADC103 Apparel/Accessory/Footwear Design Jury President, she will delve into the creation of an ethical and equitable fashion landscape. Panelists include "the Braille Fashion Designer" Alexa Jovanovic, Advene co-founders Zi Xuan and Yijia Wang, textile expert and FIT adjunct professor Ellen Saville, and model, makeup artist, and activist Myles Sexton.
2:00 AM MDT - ONWARDS
3rd Sustainable Textile and Fashion Congress by iCongress
The 3rd Sustainable Textile and Fashion Congress (STFC) will hold Day 1 with sessions categorized by time zones. In Session 1A (09:30-11:00 GMT), chaired by Dr. Abu Sadat Muhammad Sayem, various speakers will present on sustainability in the textile industry. Dr. Michael Klode will discuss supply chain due diligence and sustainability in Bangladesh. Cristina Luján-Ornelas will present SATIN, a sustainability assessment tool for the textile industry, while Supawinee Charungkiattikul and Prof. Dr. Eakachat Joneurairatana will focus on the revival of Thailand's textile traditions. Session 1B (11:00-12:30 GMT), chaired by Prof. Dr. Bastian Quattelbaum, will feature presentations on sustainable consumer behavior and the impact of global clothing retailers' unfair practices on Bangladeshi suppliers during Covid-19. Additionally, Dr. Girija Jha will discuss laser processing of denim as a sustainable alternative. Session 1C (13:30-15:00 GMT), chaired by Dr. Mazed Islam, will include presentations on circular apparel, regulation for promoting a circular economy in fashion, climate change-related health and safety risks to workers in Sri Lankan apparel firms, and investigating the consumer behavior of Bangladeshi college students towards sustainable apparel labels.
Wednesday, February 14th
3rd Sustainable Textile and Fashion Congress by iCongress
The 3rd Sustainable Textile and Fashion Congress (STFC) will hold Day 2 with various sessions addressing various aspects of sustainability in the textile industry. In Session 2A (09:30-11:00 GMT), chaired by Dr. Rishad Rayyaan from the University of Leeds, Mariella Noto, Senior Implementation Manager of the Roadmap to Zero Programme, will discuss the transformative impact of collective action in the industry. Tulin Dzhengiz, Andra Riandita, and Anders Broström from Manchester Metropolitan University will also discuss the configurations of sustainability-oriented textile partnerships. Session 2B (11:00-12:30 GMT), chaired by Dr. Abu Sadat Muhammad Sayem of Manchester Metropolitan University, will include presentations on sustainable industrial design of textile structures for composites by Dr. Tsegaye Lemmi, Marcin Barburski, and Nawar Kadi. Hanieh Choopani, Dr. Anne-Marie Grundmeier, and Martina Glomb will explore the facilitation practices of implementing education for sustainable development in fashion design studies in Germany and Iran. Prof. Muhammad Mohsin from the University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore will also present on textile sustainability through agriculture waste recycling. Additionally, Hilde Heim and Julie Hodson will introduce FASHTRAX.org, a knowledge exchange platform for digitizing supply chain transparency.
Thursday, February 15th
2:00-3:00 PM MDT
Colonial Legacies in Fashion Supply Chains - An intro by Beyond Sustaina-Bullshit with Lavinia
Join this two-hour workshop that will confront historical injustices and persistent patterns within the fashion industry by shedding light on the absence of post-coloniality in global fashion. It will also strip away the glossy facade surrounding the industry and expose the deep-seated colonial legacies. The workshop will examine economic disparities inherent in the fashion world and the colonial structures between affluent fashion capitals and the communities shouldering the burden of production. The goal is to question and reassess the fashion industry's role in perpetuating colonial legacies and discourage comfort zones to reconsider the industry. Join if you want to rethink, reimagine and resist entrenched colonial narratives within the fashion sector.
Tuesday, February 20th
11:00-12:00 MDT
Demystifying Depop: A look into Fashion Technology by BYP Network
Join this panel to explore the realm of fashion technology and to get an insider's perspective on Depop's commitment to celebrating individuality and connections among like-minded fashion tech enthusiasts.The panel will feature experts from HR, Operations, Tech, and Community Experience, that will share their personal journeys in their roles and the impact they have made. Join if you are interested in connecting with industry professionals and learning how to navigate a successful career in fashion technology.
Wednesday, February 21st
2:00-3:00 PM MDT
Webinar: Global Threads: Sustainable Fashion Across Borders by Fashion Mingle
This webinar will feature industry experts and thought leaders that will discuss pivotal themes influencing the trajectory of eco-conscious fashion businesses. You will learn about sustainable product development and supply chain management, product ideation and strategies for a successful product launch, and how to delve into private label sustainable apparel design approaches. This webinar is perfect for individuals seeking to enhance their understanding and proficiency in navigating the complexities of eco-conscious fashion businesses.
Wednesday, February 28th
8:00-9:00 AM MDT
Fashion Tech Applied Webinar #2: Marketing Beyond Physical Realities by Beyond Form
Attend the second webinar in the Fashion Tech Applied book launch series, where co-authors Peter Jeun Ho Tsang and Von N. Ruzive, along with guest speakers (TBC), will explore technologies that transcend physical constraints in fashion marketing, including AR, digital fashion, and digital showrooms. It will explore the technologies shaping immersive and engaging fashion marketing experiences beyond traditional limitations. You will also learn creative ways to hack different parts of the fashion value chain, gain inspiration for implementing new technologies for both customers and designers, and stay forward-thinking by understanding the current state and future direction of the fashion industry. Consider joining if you want to redefine how the industry approaches products and interactions through the adoption of advanced technologies for a more dynamic and efficient fashion landscape.
9:00-10:30 AM MDT
Module 1: CRITISIZE Reductionist Approaches to Sustainability in Fashion by Beyond Sustaina-Bullshit with Lavinia
This workshop aims to foster inclusive relationships and impactful sustainability efforts within the fashion and textile supply chain. It will encourage us to identify potential collaborators, navigate power dynamics, and adopt a decolonizing approach to foster a collaborative environment. It will also scrutinize the limitations of reductionist sustainability approaches and the intricacies and unintended consequences associated with isolated sustainability initiatives in the fashion industry. This workshop will provide a critical examination of greenwashing narratives prevalent in sustainable fashion and distinguish genuine sustainability from mere marketing strategies. Efforts are part of a larger crash course, "From Passive to Active Sustainability," designed for fashion sustainability professionals to encourage unconventional thinking, to push boundaries, to embrace discomfort, and reevaluate prevailing notions in sustainable fashion. Join if you want to rethink, reimagine and resist prevailing norms in the pursuit of sustainable fashion practices.
10:00-11:00 AM MDT
Throwing Shade on Paris, 19th-Century Capital of Fashion by The Research Forum
This virtual event will delve into the significance of 19th-century Paris as a symbol of modernity, and how fashion is an instrumental element in public discourse, scientific thought, and cultural production. It will explain how fashion in this era served as a soft power tool, countering British economic dominance through its cultural influence and justifying the colonial order. This discussion will be led by Nigel Lezama, an associate professor of fashion studies and inclusion at the School of Fashion at Toronto Metropolitan University, and will explore the historical and cultural significance of 19th-century Parisian fashion. Consider joining if you want to analyze how Paris fashion constructed an exclusive and exclusionary world that led to marginalization in the fashion industry. By demystifying Paris fashion, we will have a broader understanding of fashion's boundaries.