Unpacking complex issues related to environmental, economic, and cultural sustainability in the Indian textile industry. INDIAscussion follows the textile supply chain through Gujarat... more
Becky Hutner, director of Fashion Reimagined, talks about her new documentary following UK designer Amy Powney, on her mission to... more
China dominates the global textile market, responsible for over half of the world’s fabrics. If Kutch is the centre of... more
Textiles are the second most polluting industry worldwide. Yet, responsibility for sustainability is bandied about between consumers, businesses, not-for-profits, and... more
India is one of the world’s top cotton exporters, its domestic agricultural industry dependent on cotton production. However, cotton is... more
Community-based artisanship has a powerful local and international impact. For instance, commercialising crafts for international markets not only enables traditions... more
Over four million Indian families work in textiles, across a diverse spectrum of crafts, weaves, and patterns. However, these traditional... more
Rising commercial demand for a variety of colours, fibres, fabrics, and styles – and fast – is contributing to environmental... more
China dominates the global textile market, responsible for over half of the world’s fabrics. If Kutch is the centre of Gujarati and... more