Forever 21 files for bankruptcy again as fast fashion hits new breaking point: 'Nothing has stopped it'

Forever 21 files for bankruptcy again as fast fashion hits new breaking point: 'Nothing has stopped it'

Forever 21, the signature clothing store of millennials' youth, filed for bankruptcy for the second time in the past decade. The chain was best known for being the go-to place in the mall to buy knockoffs of high-end trends for $20 or less, and it may be gone for good. What's happening? Fast fashion retailer Forever 21 filed for bankruptcy again, meaning its physical stores had closing sales. While it may seem like a sign of the times, the fall …

CSUN: Popularity of Fast Fashion Declining as People Become Sustainability-Conscious

Consumers are becoming more conscious of how the clothes they are purchasing are produced due to rising costs and environmental concerns, a shift that may push some to look for alternatives.

Primark has launched an innovative programme in Spain to promote circular fashion, which includes free clothing repair workshops and the installation of textile collection points in its establishments. A strategy that seeks consumers to take an active role in prolonging the life cycle of their garments and thus contribute to a more conscious and sustainable consumption model.