As the new post-pandemic normal settles in and people adapt to a context of uncertainty, constant adversities, and pessimism, we are moving away from a moment in which consumers expected brands to rise up to society's challenges and into one when they’re demanding genuine allyship from businesses.

A global rise in veganism isn’t just impacting food producers and restaurants – the desire for animal-free products is also filtering into fashion. Sneaker brand Rombaut is combining high-end aesthetics with ethical activism, catering to people who want their purchases to reflect their values.

‘Fast fashion’ retailer C&A has launched a line of ‘Cradle to Cradle Certified’ t-shirts that turn into compost after 11 weeks. Amid rising consumer concerns about climate change, is the initiative enough to convince conscious shoppers that the brand is committed to fix the broken fashion industry?

Fashion plays a major role in young people’s lives, providing a way to express their identity. It’s particularly important for Gen Zers though, for whom style choices are determined by myriad factors. What’s moulding their approach to apparel, and how are they pushing fashion boundaries?

Clean air is becoming scarcer as cities densify; over 80% of urbanites are exposed to air quality levels in excess of WHO limits. With city-dwellers worldwide seeking protection from particulates, face masks have become a common sight – and Airinum is adding a touch of style to this accessory.