Elif Iyibudar, Author at envoy

Runway Activism: Protests to Progress

Elif Iyibudar2 months ago09 mins

Runway has evolved into a space where fashion meets activism It was a hot summer day in 2019, I was standing outside the Prada headquarters in New York City, moments before the brand’s Cruise 2020 collection. While all the celebrities were flashing their smiles and making their entry, something else was getting the camera’s attention–…

Rethinking Fashion’s Footprint

Elif Iyibudar5 months ago010 mins

New Regulations Pave the Way for a Sustainable Future In recent years, it seems that almost every fashion brand has introduced a “sustainable” line, with products widely marketed as “eco-friendly” or “responsibly made.” Yet, the validity behind these claims is often unclear, leaving consumers questioning whether they reflect real impact or mere greenwashing, as many…