Who Gets to Be a Fashion Activist?

When you think of the word “activist,” what comes to mind? It might conjure up images of placards, protests and petitions. These days, having a cause is a lucrative business, so much so that influencers and celebrities are embracing activism at a dizzying pace. As more fast-fashion brands look to join the sustainability conversation, they’re keen to enlist them as sustainability ambassadors, much to the chagrin of traditional fashion activists. It seems that every few months, a new fast fashion-influencer partnership riles up the sustainable fashion community. In March 2021, Irish presenter Laura Whitmore signed on as the ambassador for… Read Full Article