Industry Insights

Theory and the CFDA hosted the fourth session in the series at the brand's Meatpacking District store.

Experts discuss the current landscape of the sales and retail industry for independent designers.

The executives discuss practices for prioritizing healthy financial strategies while aligning marketing efforts with business goals.

Susan Scafidi of the Fashion Law Institute on how designers can get timely payments from retailers.

Policy brief and webinar featuring Senator Jeremy Cooney

In an era defined by conscious consumerism, how should brands communicate what they stand for…and do customers even care?

The panel discussion featured Sarah Davis of Fashionphile, Cynthia Power of Molte Volte, Saad Amer of Justice Environment, and Tiffany Briseno of Everyday Lords. CFDA's Sacha Brown moderated the conversation.

The Theory and CFDA-hosted discussion highlighted emphasized that sustainability goes beyond materials and processes; it requires focusing on awareness, compassion, and accountability.

The second Good Talks, developed in partnership with Theory and support from the United Nations Fashion & Lifestyle Network, explored scalable sustainability solutions and processes of actionability.

Launchmetrics CMO Alison Bringé on the importance of the Media Voice echo effect for brands to truly build buzz.

Episode 6 is a must watch plenary session featuring Creative Director and TIME Earth Watch Honoree Gabriela Hearst in conversation with Commonwealth Fusion Systems’ Director of Tokamak Operations, Alex Creely.

Episode 5 explores the landscape of sustainable fashion through the viewfinders of independently founded and women led brands.