Module #1 Introduction to Sustainable Fashion Defining sustainable fashion, its importance, and the impact of the fashion industry on the environment
Module #2 Understanding the Fashion Industrys Environmental Footprint Examining the environmental impact of the fashion industry, from production to consumption
Module #3 The Business Case for Sustainable Fashion Exploring the financial benefits of sustainable fashion and its impact on brand reputation
Module #4 Designing for Sustainability:Principles and Strategies Introducing design principles and strategies for sustainable fashion, including circular design and zero waste
Module #5 Material Selection for Sustainability Evaluating the environmental impact of different materials, from natural fibers to synthetic alternatives
Module #6 Sustainable Textile Production:Organic, Recycled, and Upcycled Delving into sustainable textile production methods, including organic farming, recycling, and upcycling
Module #7 Coloring and Finishing:Sustainable Practices for Fashion Exploring environmentally friendly coloring and finishing techniques, including natural dyes and chemical-free treatments
Module #8 The Role of Technology in Sustainable Fashion Investigating the impact of technology on sustainable fashion, from digital printing to innovative materials
Module #9 Designing for Circularity:Closed-Loop Systems and Recycling Examining design strategies for circularity, including designing for recyclability and reuse
Module #10 Zero-Waste Design:Principles and Techniques Introducing zero-waste design principles and techniques, including pattern cutting and fabric manipulation
Module #11 Slow Fashion:The Alternative to Fast Fashion Exploring the principles and benefits of slow fashion, including quality over quantity and timeless design
Module #12 The Role of the Consumer in Sustainable Fashion Discussing the impact of consumer behavior on sustainable fashion, including care, repair, and sharing
Module #13 Circular Business Models for Fashion Investigating circular business models, including product-as-a-service and sharing economies
Module #14 Sustainable Fashion Communication and Marketing Exploring effective communication and marketing strategies for sustainable fashion brands
Module #15 Measuring Sustainability in Fashion:Tools and Indicators Introducing tools and indicators for measuring sustainability in fashion, including life cycle assessment and carbon footprinting
Module #16 Supply Chain Management for Sustainable Fashion Examining sustainable supply chain management practices, including transparency, traceability, and fair labor
Module #17 Innovative Materials and Technologies for Sustainable Fashion Exploring cutting-edge materials and technologies, including lab-grown materials and 3D printing
Module #18 Upcycling and Repurposing in Fashion Design Introducing upcycling and repurposing techniques for creative fashion design
Module #19 Fashion and the Circular Economy:Policy and Regulation Examining policy and regulatory frameworks supporting the circular economy in fashion
Module #20 Collaborations and Partnerships for Sustainable Fashion Discussing the importance of collaborations and partnerships in driving sustainable fashion forward
Module #21 Education and Training for Sustainable Fashion Professionals Exploring the role of education and training in developing sustainable fashion professionals
Module #22 Case Studies in Sustainable Fashion:Brands and Designers Analyzing successful sustainable fashion brands and designers, including their strategies and practices
Module #23 Sustainable Fashion in the Global South:Challenges and Opportunities Examining the specific challenges and opportunities of sustainable fashion in the Global South
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Sustainable Fashion Design career
