What's next for the fashion industry

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What’s next for the fashion industry

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated a number of trends in the fashion industry, including a shift to digital, a renewed focus on fairness and social justice, and the emergence of a “less is more” mindset. As New York Fashion Week kicks off, catch up on top-of-mind issues for industry players as they prepare for a future plagued by uncertainty.

Five charts that set the tone as New York Fashion Week 2021 kicks off

As New York Fashion Week kicks off a new season of fashion weeks around the globe, these are the five themes to watch.

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Less is the new more: The state of fashion in 2021

In this interview, McKinsey senior partner Achim Berg discusses how consumers in 2021 want fewer things and more clarity—and why digital is the future of retail.

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‘Consumers are reconsidering what’s in their closet’: The state of fashion in 2021

In this interview, Tiger of Sweden CEO Linda Dauriz shares her views on design inspiration and digital innovation—and why consumers are embracing conscious consumerism.

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The State of Fashion 2021: In search of promise in perilous times

In 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic will accelerate industry trends, with shopping shifting to digital channels and consumers continuing to champion fairness and social justice.

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The future of fashion: Sustainable brands and ‘circular’ business models

There’s no denying that the fashion industry has been a major contributor to climate change and biodiversity loss—which means the industry’s sustainability efforts are critical to our planet’s health. In this edition, The Next Normal explores the coming decade in sustainable fashion.

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Fashion’s digital transformation: Now or never

Some apparel, fashion, and luxury companies won’t survive the current crisis; others will emerge better positioned for the future. Much will depend on their digital and analytics capabilities.

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A perspective for the luxury-goods industry during—and after—coronavirus

In these uncertain times, luxury-goods companies must take action to “navigate the now,” plan for the recovery, and shape the future.

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Fashion on climate

How the fashion industry can urgently act to reduce its greenhouse-gas emissions

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