The Centre for Sustainable Fashion at London College of Fashion and Kering, the world leader in apparel and accessories, gets into five-year commitment to nurture young talent to support sustainable practices and innovation in the fashion industry.
Home to some of the world’s biggest luxury brands which include Gucci, Bottega Vinetta, Alexander Mcqueen and others, Kering and LCF share the belief that sustainability is instrumental to the fashion industry’s evolution. The CSF and Kering partnership will be made up of The Kering Talks, award for sustainable fashion and academic modules focused green fashion houses.
François-Henri Pinault, Kering Chairman and CEO, said: “I am very proud to be inaugurating this partnership with London College of Fashion, which has a long history of leadership and commitment to sustainability, a value also integral to Kering’s strategy. Our shared vision on the importance of empowering young talent, combined with our industry knowledge, will encourage the next generation of fashion professionals to place sustainability at the heart of their future careers. Our collaboration will help make sustainable fashion a business reality.”
