Apparel and accessories
April 18, 2025
The Paris-based company is building on its “Think First, Buy Second” message with more AI-generated visual representations of textile waste. Image courtesy of Vestiaire Collective
By Amirah Keaton
French luxury resale platform Vestiaire Collective continues to confront fast fashion, delivering a reality check as Earth Day approaches.
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