ABSTRACT
Fashion and textile products evolve through several processes that involve the conversion of fibre to yarn, yarn to fabric and fabric to garment. During these processes, there is numerous evidence from the past that fashion and textile producers are not paying much attention to sustainable practices in the manufacturing and supply chain. With the growing global interest in sustainability and increased consumer awareness, fashion and textile industries have taken initiatives to offer sustainable solutions in their production lines. There are several approaches taken by the stakeholders in fashion production, from fibre production and garment manufacturing to even supply chain management to fulfil sustainability requirements. Fashion items produced using sustainable practices can contribute to environmental, social and economic well-being, leading to a green Earth in the future. This chapter presents the data and findings collected from relevant review and research articles relating to sustainable fashion and textile production that are available in selected databases. This chapter reviews the recent trends in sustainable fashion and textile production in various stages of fibre, yarn, fabric and garment manufacturing. Furthermore, the roles played by various governing bodies, manufacturers and retailers, including consumers, for producing “sustainable fashion and textiles” are also discussed. The role of lean manufacturing and supply chain to achieve sustainability in fashion and textile industries is also discussed.
