The Unseen Casualties of the Iran Crisis: Fast Fashion's Fragile Supply Chain The unfolding crisis in Iran has far reaching consequences that extend beyond oil prices and faltering economies.
One lesser known effect is the precarious state of fast fashion's global supply chain, which relies heavily on petroleum dependent polyester production.
A recent surge in demand for sustainable materials has sparked hopes for lasting change within the industry. However, this newfound awareness may be too little, too late.