Sneaker culture has historically been all about the flex, the drop, and the hype, but consumer awareness of environmental issues has placed the industry in the spotlight. As demand for iconic shoes continues apace, do sneakerheads actually want a more sustainable industry?

The small luxury brand has been praised for its exquisite knitwear and sustainability-focused approach. As people demand more transparency from their favorite luxury brands, Gabriela Hearst’s approach shows how businesses can better integrate ethical creation into their products.

Swiss running brand On has launched a pair of sneakers that are 100% recyclable and available only through a subscription-based model. While the fashion world is steadily warming up to the idea of upcycling and recycling, this initiative fully embraces a closed-loop system to tackle waste.

Demands for transparency from the fashion industry are widespread, with people demanding that brands foster ethical practices right through to their supply chains. The Pakistan Accord helps this cause become legally binding, aligning with the values of shoppers as well as protecting workers.