The team explained that the biggest trends in fashion and textile in recent years have dealt with sustainable fashion and circularity. Globally, the fashion industry produces 13 million tonnes of textile waste each year, approximately 95% of which is reusable or recyclable. Over 90% of the handloom industry operates in the ambience of sustainable concepts, frequently using natural raw materials and craftsmanship. “Contemporary global trends immensely appreciate crafts and artisan connections and encourage cross collaboration between sectors to make desirable craft-based innovations,” Dr. Gopura said. “Creative craft collaboration is a must for the handloom sector now,” Dr. Wickramasinghe shared, adding: “We are not loud enough about our artisanal activities.

Source: The Nation November 28, 2020 21:56 UTC