Fashion's Dark Side exposes the unethical practices plaguing the fashion industry, revealing how the relentless pursuit of low production costs fuels sweatshops, forced labor, and worker exploitation within the global supply chain. The book underscores the urgent need for transparency and accountability.
For example, globalization has allowed companies to move production to countries with weaker labor laws, leading to widespread exploitation. The book argues that prioritizing profit over people and planet is unsustainable.
The book systematically progresses, beginning with an introduction to "fast fashion" and its detrimental impacts. It then delves into sweatshop labor, detailing harsh conditions and low wages, before examining forced labor in raw material production like cotton. It concludes with potential solutions, such as supply chain transparency and conscious consumerism.
Consumers, business professionals, and policymakers alike will find valuable insights in this holistic approach, which doesn't just highlight problems but offers actionable strategies for a more responsible and sustainable garment industry.
