The State of Circularity in the UK Fashion Industry

Measuring the State of Circularity in the UK Fashion Industry

Introduction

Executive Summary

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Part 2

Part 3

Conclusion

Part 1

The following circular initiatives were investigated and will be referenced throughout the report.

Respondents by market

CBMs

Luxury

o Repair: Fixing or refurbishing damaged or worn-out items to extend their lifespan and prevent them from being discarded. o Rental: Temporary use or leasing of items by consumers instead of purchasing them outright. Includes both pay per item and subscription models. o Resale: Selling pre-owned or second-hand fashion items to new consumers. Includes organisations own re-sale platforms or use of other platforms or marketplaces to enable individuals to buy and sell used apparel. o Remake: Involves altering existing garments or materials into new products to extend their lifespan and reduce waste. o Takebacks: Includes the process of taking back used or unwanted fashion items from customers for re-sale, repurposing, re-cycling or responsible disposable.

Premium

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Value

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Respondents by business model

Respondents by annual revenue

Bricks and mortar

More than £1bn

Predominantly bricks and mortar

£501m-£1bn

£101m-£500m

Product Design

Predominantly online

£26m-£100m

o Circular design: The process of creating fashion products with sustainability and circularity principles in mind, considering factors such as material selection, durability, recyclability, and end-of-life options.

Online only

£6m-£25m

Other

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