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Fashion Vocabulary is an independent, living lexicographic archive of fashion terminology, spanning historical, cultural, industrial, and emerging technological systems. It stabilises language within a rapidly evolving field — preserving established knowledge while clarifying and curating the meaning of emerging terms in contemporary practice. Through a structured, expert-reviewed database, Fashion Vocabulary provides not only precise, context-rich definitions, but also guided access to the most relevant information — enabling users to quickly locate, interpret, and apply knowledge within their work
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Climate Finance
In fashion, climate finance refers to the mobilization of financial resources to support initiatives that mitigate the environmental impacts of the fashion industry, fostering sustainable practices, and reducing the sector’s carbon footprint.