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Week 8 Feelings of lecture by Pip Jenkins, Design Director, JOHN SMEDLEY


Pip Jenkins, who works as artistic director at John Smedly, provided a lot of information about the knitwear industry in this lecture. Knitwear is favored for its comfort, applicability and aesthetics. Its softness, elasticity and breathability make it ideal for everyday wear, suitable for all weather conditions, and able to meet diverse needs from casual to formal occasions. In addition, the design innovation and technological advancement of knitwear have ensured its important position in the fashion industry. Knitted clothing is not only practical, but also shows personality and fashion sense, so it is widely welcomed.

In terms of sustainability, the textile and apparel industry is under increasing pressure. With the improvement of environmental awareness, people pay more and more attention to the environmental impact of clothing production and consumption. Sustainable fashion is becoming increasingly important, including the use of renewable resources, waste reduction, and the promotion of reuse and recycling of clothing. Knitted clothing also has its unique advantages in terms of sustainability, reflected in the use of natural resources in the production process, reducing pollution emissions, durability and recyclability of products.

Therefore, the textile and apparel industry needs to continuously strive to adopt more sustainable production and consumption patterns in order to reduce the negative impact on the environment and promote the sustainable development of the industry. As an important part of the industry, knitwear should actively participate in the construction of sustainable fashion and contribute to the future development.

I believe that informed and responsible consumer behavior is essential to extend the useful life of wool textiles. By adopting recommended care practices and supporting the reuse and recycling of wool clothing, we are able to significantly extend its useful life and reduce its adverse impact on the environment.

When considering the sustainability of knitwear, we must recognize that improvements in the design, production and consumption processes are essential to reduce the negative environmental impact of the garment industry. For example, choosing durable materials, adopting production methods that reduce water and energy consumption, and encouraging consumers to adopt environmentally friendly care habits are all key steps in achieving the goal of sustainable fashion.

Knitting sustainability plays an important role in the current fashion industry, as it involves multiple aspects such as environmental protection, social responsibility and economic development. Here are my thoughts on the sustainable development of knitting:

Resource utilization and environmental protection: The sustainable development of knitting requires more attention to the effective use of resources and environmental protection. The use of renewable raw materials, such as organic cotton and sustainable wool, can reduce the overexploitation and pollution of natural resources.

Production process improvement: Improving the production process and adopting more environmentally friendly and energy-saving production technologies can reduce the pollution of energy consumption and emissions and reduce the negative impact on the environment.

Product quality and durability: Promoting the production of high-quality and durable knitted products can not only extend the service life of the product, reduce the waste of resources, but also improve consumer satisfaction with the product.

Circular economy model: Encouraging circular economy model, by reusing and recycling waste knitting products and materials, can reduce the demand for original resources, reduce waste emissions, and achieve effective recycling of resources.

Consumer education and awareness: Strengthening consumers' awareness and education on the sustainable development of knitting and cultivating their environmental awareness and sustainable consumption behavior can promote the development of the industry in a more sustainable direction.

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