In terms of recycling and trying waste control, Will Textiles ever have their turn? The time might have come as Raskin pointed out, “the issue of textile waste has not gone away, and yet the awareness has picked up” pointing to the fact that it is now or never to take a stand.
“The first Re-Fashion week three years ago was just highlighting the thrift and reuse sector and produced exclusively by DonateNYC,” she said. “Last year, my organization got involved to really make it a cross-sector experience because we realized this isn’t a problem the government or private sector alone can solve.”
To make people aware about how lack of waste management is a big issue, a play for New York City’s waste network was arranged. As in years past, designers Heron Preston and Eileen Fisher, as well as Fashion Revolution are taking part.
“As one of the sustainability stylists I can assure you’re in for a treat,” said Gabriel Garmon. “We worked so hard to showcase how rewarding thrifting truly is and emphasized the importance of zero-to-little waste. The production of this year’s show is also amazing. I love the concept.”
