For fashion to fight racism, it must look inward:
Author:Stephanie SaltzmanPublish date:Jun 5, 2020These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Friday.While the beauty industry has been patting itself on the back for becoming more inclusive over the last few years, the events of the past week have shed light on broader issues of discrimination and racism that are still prevalent.
As transparency becomes more important to the industry, staying one step ahead on safety and sustainability will be crucial for the future of fashion businesses, writes Rachel Cernasky for Vogue Business. {Vogue Business}"When the dust settles, who will people side with: the companies that were vocal in their support, or the ones who were complicit through silence?" asks Janelle Okwodu in a piece about the role fashion can play in fighting racism for Vogue.
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