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Another pervasive issue in fashion is the lack of transparency within supply chains. This opacity inhibits brands from ensuring ethical practices throughout their production processes. Without robust auditing and traceability, consumers can struggle to identify truly ethical brands.
Alarming Consumption Rates
The consumption rates in fashion are staggering, with approximately 80 billion clothing items purchased each year—a 400% increase over the last twenty years. This model of "consume and discard" is unsustainable, contributing to overflowing landfills and ignoring the broader social and environmental consequences.