{"id":9814,"date":"2019-08-19T17:56:13","date_gmt":"2019-08-19T17:56:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.munichfabricstart.com\/nachhaltigkeit-ist-kein-trend-sondern-ein-muss\/"},"modified":"2026-10-05T15:06:20","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T15:06:20","slug":"sustainability-is-not-just-a-trend-but-a-must","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.munichfabricstart.com\/en\/sustainability-is-not-just-a-trend-but-a-must\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cSustainability Is Not a Trend but a MUST\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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At Munich Fabric Start, we are constantly evolving and expanding our offering to meet the demands of the fashion industry. As a whole, the fashion industry is experiencing the effects from increasingly consumer led trends and habits. We are undergoing a shift from fast fashion to slower, sustainable and more responsible manufacturing, transparent supply chains as well as inherently greener brands, products and materials.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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\u00bbSustainability is more than just a trend. We are convinced that the industry will fundamentally change in the coming years from within and as a result of this topic.\u00ab<\/p>\n

Jo Baumgartner, Trend Researcher at Munich Fabric Start<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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ReSource<\/strong>
With ReSource<\/a>, Munich Fabric Start has established an advanced sourcing platform that demonstrates new dimensions of sustainability for innovative and future-oriented production processes. It has defined a forum, initiated and supported by experts that provides real solutions, provides information on the latest standards through seminars and lectures, even bringing together potential cooperation partners.
Find the complete ReSource range online to source your eco fabrics and trims 24\/7. This unique platform facilitates the sourcing of responsible and clean fabrics and accessories from around the world.
Check out the full list of events happening at ReSource here.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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Trend Forum<\/strong>
In our Trend Forums we explore the theme of sustainability with “FORWARD ETHICS” the clothing brand concepts which represent the demand for transparency and caters to the more conscious and informed consumer. Fundamentally it explores the transparency in the production and supply chain, all the way from the seed used by farmers making natural dyes to production and distribution. Keynote speakers, panel discussions and round tables discussions will shed more light on this ongoing transformation as well as provide food for thought and insights into the future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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\u00bbConsumer behavior has changed a lot and with it, so too has the market. The consumer is more informed than ever before. The consumer is more conscious and critical, demanding transparency in the production and supply chain.\u00ab<\/p>\n

Jo Baumgartner, Trend Researcher at Munich Fabric Start<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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Events
The event program on offer at Munich Fabric Start is a reflection on the issues, strategies and common themes the industry as a collective are facing right now. With many of our seminars, panel discussions and keynote talks led by the theme of sustainability, we are equipping our visitors with the necessary tools and know-how to grow their brand and business successfully during these times. In particular you should be sure not to miss these two highlights:<\/p>\n

SusTECHability – HOW TRENDS & TECHNOLOGY INFLUENCE SUSTAINABILITY IN FASHION<\/strong>
Lifestyle & Design. Sustainable Resources & Circular Processes. Big Data & Artificial Intelligence. Topics that were completely separate in the past influence each other and become the melting pot of the future of fashion.<\/p>\n

Li Edelkoort | Founder and President of
the Parisian trend forecasting agency Trend Union
Michael Stanley-Jones | Co-Secretary, UN Alliance for Sustainable Fashion
– United Nations Environment Programme
Tricia Carey | Director Global Business Development Denim at Lenzing Fibers
Natasha Franck | CEO & Founder EON Group Holdings Inc.
Erik Bang | Innovation Lead H&M Foundation
Muchaneta Kapfunde | Founding Editor-in-Chief FashNerd.com
Moderation: Jana Kern & Alex Vogt | KERN. Consulting
Tuesday, 3rd September 2019 at 11.30am, KEYHOUSE Hall 5<\/strong>
HIDE ME<\/p>\n

HIDE ME
RESHAPING THE FASHION INDUSTRY FOR GOOD<\/strong>
From slow fashion to mainstream business, materials to education, sustainability is a vast and complex issue that has raised many questions on how we can reshape the fashion industry for good.<\/p>\n

Muchaneta Kapfunde, Founding Editor-in-Chief FashNerd.com, interviews these 4 ladies:
Charney Magri | Co-Director: Catwalk to Creation and Partner: Do Epic Good
Olivia Pinnock | Fashion Journalist, Lecturer and Founder of The Fashion Debates
Abigail Morris | Founder and CEO of Compare Ethics
Rosanne van der Meer | Founder The Girl and The Machine & N.I.O.
Wednesday, 4th September 2019 at 10.30am, KEYHOUSE Hall 5<\/strong><\/p>\n

Keyhouse<\/strong>
Our think tank for the fusion of fashion, innovation and technology with seminars, panels, presentations and guided tours, Keyhouse presents the latest innovations for smart textiles, sustainable developments and innovative production methods. The lecture area in Keyhouse will host a series of talks, presentations and discussions centered around the theme of sustainability.<\/p>\n

Sustainable Innovations<\/strong>
Presented in Hall 5 at Keyhouse, Sustainable Innovations exists somewhere between poetry and problem solving. Showcasing inspirational applications of revolutionary innovations ranging from 3D printing, to human capital, to circular solutions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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\u00bb\u2018With this edition we show several projects that provide concrete examples of what the successful interplay between poetry and problem solving can look like.\u2019\u00ab<\/p>\n

Simon Angel, Curator of Sustainable Innovations<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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Exhibitor Developments and Sample Areas<\/strong>
Samples submitted to our ReSource area will be showcased throughout the show in various convienient locations, including in the walkways of the MOC building, a selection of samples will be presented at Keyhouse to compliment the sustainable innovations area as well as dotted throughout the trend forum. Of course ReSource fabrics, labelling and additional products will be on display in the dedicated ReSource area in Hall K4.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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As you can see, sustainability and its related areas are broadly and comprehensively represented. MUNICH FABRIC START became committed at a very early stage and initiated strong forums which are continuously expanding.<\/p>\n

You\u2019re invited to attend MUNICH FABRIC START<\/strong>, where more than 1000 suppliers will present more than 1800 collections for Fabrics and Additionals for Autumn.Winter 20\/21.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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