Sustainability and Social Change in Fashion: With Studio

By Lacie Thorne and Leslie Davis Burns

Sustainability and Social Change in Fashion, Second Edition, dives into the critical intersections of fashion, sustainability, and access. Students are guided through central themes such as the environmental impact of fashion and the role of innovation in a circular economy to better understand how the fashion industry can lead in sustainability and change. The second edition includes interviews with leaders in global sustainability efforts across the corporate and legislative spaces as well as updated case studies, call to action activities, and further suggested reading. With additional examples of industry practices and expanded discussions of access, belonging, and fairness in fashion, students gain a fresh perspective on sustainability practices in fashion.

New to this Edition:
- A new chapter on Sustainability Systems and Legislation, an in-depth explanation of the multifaceted approaches and regulatory frameworks shaping sustainability within the fashion industry
- Updated content including new sections on circular economy, textile recycling, regulation of ultra-fast fashion retailers, social justice movements, diversity considerations, and PLM systems
- A new streamlined chapter, The Environmental Impact of Fashion Products, contains contents from condensed chapter 3 and 4, Product Life Cycle and Longevity of Use, to create a unified examination of production impact and responsible design strategies.
- More global perspective with case studies focused on multinational sustainability efforts and challenges

Studio Features:
- Study smarter with self-quizzes, updated with new keywords and concepts from the second edition
- Review updated concepts with interactive flashcards
- Go deeper with video interviews and demonstrations as well as webinars with experts in the field

Instructor Resources:
- Instructor's Guide provides suggestions for using the text in the classroom and planning the course with sample syllabi, a test bank, and supplemental assignments
- Reflective journaling prompts to encourage students to think deeply about their learning experiences and make connections between theory and practices
- PowerPoint(R) presentations include color images from the book and provide a framework for lecture and discussion

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FZCX526W
• ISBN13: 9798765136300
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Fairchild Books
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.5" x 11.0"