Sustainability and Ethics in Design | The Dangers of Fashion | Costume Society of America

The Dangers of Fashion: Towards Ethical and Sustainable Solutions presents original perspectives on a wide range of topics from piracy and counterfeiting to modern slavery; from the effects of globalization on local industry to the peer pressure that governs contemporary ideals of beauty. In this 4-part webinar mini-series, the leading experts who authored this tome examine the ethical, social, and environmental dangers that the fashion industry historically and contemporarily grapples with. Moderated by Sara Marcketti and Elena Karpova, this episode focuses on ethical, social, and environmental dangers when designing and creating fashion. The panelists --Dr. Elizabeth “Missy” Bye, Dr. Susan Kaiser, and Dr. Jean Parsons--will examine contemporary perspectives on designer responsibility and considerations for ideation and creation of conscientious fashion products. The panelists will explore what big ideas and systemic changes might lead us to a sustainable future. Did you enjoy this video? Please consider supporting our mission and our free webinar series by clicking here to make a contribution: https://csoa.memberclicks.net/contributions.