Fashion sustainability operates within frameworks shaped by colonial histories, such as capitalism, racism, sexism, and specisism. This talk explores the decolonization of sustainable fashion through the lenses of ecofeminism and ecowomanism, which emphasizes the interconnectedness of environmental justice, gender equity, and cultural reclamation.

Drawing on both theory and practice, I will discuss how ecofeminism critiques patriarchal and capitalist structures that exploit women and nature, while ecowomanism amplifies the voices of Black, Indigenous, and women of color to highlight their communal and intergenerational approaches to sustainability. The presentation will critically examine mainstream sustainability narratives, expose their limitations, and propose actionable strategies for fostering ethical, inclusive, and culturally respectful fashion systems. Ultimately, I argue that sustainability must transcend technical solutions to become a transformative, decolonized practice—one that honors diverse knowledge systems and promotes global equity