Sustainable Retail: Trends Powering the Shift
Environmental responsibility is not a trend. It’s the foundation of sustainable retail’s transformation. The rules are changing fast, and the smartest players are rewriting their playbooks in real time.
Environmental responsibility is not a trend. It’s the foundation of sustainable retail’s transformation. The rules are changing fast, and the smartest players are rewriting their playbooks in real time.
Fashion’s sustainability playbook is wearing thin in 2025. Consumers are no longer impressed by pretentious words—they want proof. And it’s time for brands to rethink their approach.
Sustainability is now a key driver of growth, profitability, and brand reputation. Businesses, especially in retail and fashion, are integrating it into operations and supply chains, ensuring efforts deliver real impact beyond marketing.
Fast fashion has thrived on speed, scale, and short-term wins. But the cracks are showing. Now, a proposed bill from the land of croissants and haute couture is aiming to shake things up and, finally, force some accountability. Merci, France!
Secondhand doesn't mean second best. What was once a niche market for bargain hunters and vintage enthusiasts has become a $367 billion industry that's only getting bigger. Because, in fashion, history (and a great outfit) always repeats itself.
A deep dive into the discussions that shaped this year’s exclusive event co-hosted with Wharton's Baker Retailing Center
What’s Driving Consumer Investment in Wellness
How to adapt to the shifts in consumer preferences and integrate these developments into real estate and broader urban planning strategies.
Integrating purpose into business practices presents a transformative approach to addressing complex challenges, promising net positive outcomes.
The prioritization of mixed-use developments, incorporating residential, commercial, leisure, and green spaces to foster vibrant, sustainable communities.