Sustainable fashion design arises as a crucial reaction to the industry's fashion necessity for environmental influence reduction and addressing sustainability challenges effectively. This study examines the nuanced dimensions of this pursuit and its influence on the industry's environmental performance. Through a mixed‐method research approach involving 268 designers and 159 participants included in the interview process (fashion experts, entrepreneurs, and business strategists), the investigation explored the efficacy of eco‐friendly practices in enhancing overall sustainability. The findings underscore significant improvements in environmental performance metrics for fashion companies embracing sustainable design practices, revealing a direct correlation between such practices and a reduction in carbon footprint. The study identifies key drivers prompting fashion businesses to invest in innovative sustainable design solutions, particularly in response to sustainability challenges and consumer demand for eco‐friendly products. Collaboration with eco‐conscious suppliers and transparent supply chain practices is pivotal for effectively addressing sustainability challenges. Besides, the research underscores the significance of incorporating principles of circular economy, including recycling and upcycling, to augment environmental performance within the fashion sector. By offering practical insights and theoretical reflections, our research enriches the discourse on sustainable fashion (SF), guiding industry stakeholders, policymakers, and researchers aiming for a sustainable and ethical future.

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设计的可持续性：使用混合方法分析的可持续时装设计实践和环境影响


可持续时装设计的出现是对时尚行业减少环境影响和有效应对可持续发展挑战的必要性的重要反应。本研究探讨了这种追求的细微差别及其对行业环境绩效的影响。通过采用混合方法研究方法，采访过程中涉及 268 名设计师和 159 名参与者（时尚专家、企业家和商业战略家），调查探讨了环保实践在增强整体可持续性方面的功效。研究结果强调了采用可持续设计实践的时装公司环境绩效指标的显着改善，揭示了此类实践与减少碳足迹之间的直接相关性。该研究确定了促使时尚企业投资创新可持续设计解决方案的关键驱动因素，特别是为了应对可持续发展挑战和消费者对环保产品的需求。与具有生态意识的供应商合作和透明的供应链实践对于有效应对可持续发展挑战至关重要。此外，该研究强调了纳入循环经济原则（包括回收和升级再造）对于提高时尚行业环境绩效的重要性。通过提供实践见解和理论反思，我们的研究丰富了可持续时尚 (SF) 的讨论，指导行业利益相关者、政策制定者和研究人员实现可持续和道德的未来。