Pandemic to push sustainability in fashion sector

Significance

The crisis has also increased pressure on the sector to act more responsibly, socially and environmentally.

Impacts

• Fashion brands will gain a competitive advantage by responding to consumer pressure for more transparent production chains.
• As fashion firms integrate online and physical sale channels, their cybersecurity costs will rise.
• The push towards environmental sustainability will expand regenerative agriculture for essential raw materials such as cotton.
• Regenerative practices will gain traction in livestock farming for items using animal products, specifically leather.