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Happy Friday! In this week’s Digital Threads newsletter, I explore the realms of slow fashion and biomimicry, exploring their potential to accelerate circularity and sustainability within the fashion industry. 🌍✨🌏✨🌎 🌿 Is Biomimicry Our Answer? Discover how innovative textiles like mushroom leather and Piñatex are not only paving the way towards a waste-free and cruelty-free future but also how their success hinges on advancements in technology, agriculture transformation measures and improvements in supply chain transparency. 🌐 Met Gala Spotlight – "The Garden of Time": This year's Met Gala, inspired by the Costume Institute’s exhibition "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion", focuses on the theme of preservation. Will fashion’s most glamorous night spark crucial discussions about conserving Earth’s natural resources, or will the spotlight remain on the meticulous preservation of fragile, rare archival gowns? 🔗 Enhancing Supply Chain Visibility with Technology: How blockchain and AI are set to transform supply chains by enhancing transparency and optimizing resource use through smart, predictive analytics. I also expose the challenges of technological infrastructure, accessibility, and cost that currently hinder rapid progress. 📄 Digital Passports, Greenwashing, and The Higg Index: Uncover crucial details with digital product passports. Explore the Higg Index, tools meant to empower brands to quantitatively measure and enhance their sustainability practices. ♻️ Circular Economy: Tap into the circular economy model, which promises to unlock a staggering $700 billion opportunity by promoting the reuse and recycling of textiles. This transformative approach also aims to generate approximately 6 million new jobs by 2030. 🔍 Explore more in the article about how biomimicry, emerging technologies, and cross-sector collaborations are fueling the sustainable revolution in fashion. #SustainableFashion #EcoFashion #FashionInnovation #CircularEconomy #GreenTech #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #FutureOfFashion #DigitalTransformation #MetGala #SDGs #DigitalEconomy #Fashion #LuxuryFashion #InternationalLaborDay #UnitedNationsSDGs #MetGala

We are delighted to announce Ambriel Pouncy as a Fellow for the 2024-25 term at The Digital Economist's Center of Excellence on Human-centered Global Economy! Ambriel is the Global Head of Web3 Luxury Partnerships and Innovation at Intertrust and the Founder and Creative Director at Art Haus which is founded in 2016, a bi-coastal fashion showroom and brand development agency created to amplify the voices of underrepresented women designers. With a diverse industry background, and core expertise in the fashion industry, she has worked in the United States, Dubai, London, and Canada. Ambriel brings unique perspectives to the Fellowship program working at the intersection of Inclusion, Web 3 technologies and the luxury sector. Ambriel holds a Bachelors in Dramatic Arts from Spelman College and has studied at Yale University, London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London and Goldsmiths, University of London. As a fashion technology innovator, she is helping marketplace developers, creators, and brands understand the importance of safeguarding their intellectual property in the Web3 ecosystem., with a focus on establishing equitable and circular fashion ecosystems. At The Digital Economist, Ambriel's focus will be on the potential of blockchain and AI to drive supply chain transparency, accountability, and equitable labor markets. We eagerly anticipate the valuable contributions Ambriel will make! #DigitalEconomist #Fellowship #HumanCenteredEconomy #Web3 #LuxuryInnovation #FashionTechnology #InclusiveDesign #BlockchainFashion #AI #SupplyChainTransparency #EquitableFashion #CircularFashion #FashionShowroom #BrandDevelopment #WomenInDesign #CreativeDirector #Web3Luxury #FashionInnovation #LuxuryPartnerships #FashionIndustry #GlobalFashion #FashionLeadership #DramaticArts #SpelmanCollege #YaleUniversity #LondonCollegeOfFashion #Goldsmiths #UniversityOfTheArts #IntellectualProperty #Web3Ecosystem #FashionEcosystems #LaborMarketEquity #SustainabilityInFashion #TechInFashion #FashionTechLeaders #InnovativeFashion #FashionSupplyChain #BlockchainInFashion #ArtificialIntelligence #FashionTransparency #LuxurySector #FashionEntrepreneur #BiCoastalFashion #UnderrepresentedDesigners #FashionInclusion #FashionImpact #GlobalFashionInfluence #Web3Innovation #FashionAndTechnology #FashionBrandDevelopment #CreativeIndustryLeaders #LuxuryFashionInnovation #EthicalFashion #SustainableLuxuryFashion

🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌱 In this week's Digital Threads newsletter, I explore the vicuña wool industry and the majestic vicuñas. Wool is one of the only natural fibers that is renewable, yet the sourcing methods often raise concerns about human and animal welfare. Revered as the "cloth of gold," the rare vicuña wool holds immense cultural significance dating back to the Inca civilizations. Conservation efforts and economic dynamics that are associated with the shearing of vicuña wool directly impact the survival of the vicuñas and the livelihoods of the Lucanas communities nestled high in the Andes mountains. 🌿 Ultimate Luxury and Rarity: Explore why vicuña wool is considered the epitome of luxury and the challenges surrounding its production. 💼 Quiet Luxury, Monopoly, and Economic Dynamics: Uncover the economic consequences and ethical concerns of the vicuña wool market. 🌍 Is NFC Combined with Blockchain the Answer? Learn about the potential of technology in enhancing supply-chain transparency and sustainability in the industry. 🦙Preserving Vicuñas and Empowering Communities: Discover the initiatives aimed at ensuring the sustainable future of vicuñas while supporting the well-being of local indigenous communities. 🌍 🌎 🌏 #EarthDay #Sustainability #FashionRevolution #VicuñaWool #Luxury #Web3 #Fashion #DigitalEconomies #Tokenization #EthicalFashion #LuxuryEthics #IndigenousCommunities #AndeanHeritage #ConservationEfforts #SustainableLuxury #BlockchainInnovation #TransparencyMatters #CommunityEmpowerment #FashionSustainability #PreservingTraditions #HighAndes #CulturalHeritage #EcoFashion #FairTrade #FashionForward #ResponsibleSourcing #EcoConscious #NatureProtection #EthicalLiving #FashionIndustry #SustainableFuture #EarthDay

Meet the incredible Ambriel Pouncy. She is the Luxury Innovator at Art Haus Agency. With several years in Web3 fashion, she has made significant contributions in the space! 🥂 Join us tomorrow for an insightful AMA session. Set your reminders! https://lnkd.in/eskuAXDt #FashionAMA #SheisNear #WomeninTech

AMA Alert! ✨ Set your reminder to join our AMA to explore the professional and creative journeys of Web3 fashion leaders -Ambriel Pouncy, Nico Fara , Rhoda Onuoha and hosted by Sharufa Rashied-Walker: This Friday, April 12 Time: 10 am EDT Don't miss this opportunity to: -Learn from women leading on the edge of Web3. -Explore how Fashion is adopting Web3 -Get inspired! Join us on X for this exciting AMA! #SheisNear #WomeninWeb3

Wishing everyone who celebrates a joyous Easter! May all of us, whether we observe the holiday or not, find space to embrace gratitude and harmony in this new season. As we move further into spring, let's welcome renewal, expansion, and more love into our world. 🌏🌍🌏 #HappyEaster #AfricanDiasporaEaster #CelebrateAllPeople #Inclusion #Diversity Music Credit: Mohbad | Blessing

📣 Digital Threads Newsletter: AI Singularity and the Future of Luxury Fashion: Opportunities and Challenges 🎩👗🤖   This week, I explore the captivating concept of AI singularity and its potential to reshape the landscape of the luxury fashion industry. From revolutionizing the design process and optimizing supply chains, to personalizing customer experiences and championing sustainability, AI is undeniably charting a bold course in the realm of luxury fashion. Yet, as we traverse this frontier, we also grapple with its potential challenges. What's inside: 🔹Generative AI Experience: Late last night, for the first time in my career, I put generative AI design skills to the test. I embarked on the creation of 'Lumina Nova', a futuristic couture wedding collection, using AI tools MidJourney and Stable Diffusion. 🔹AI as a Creative Tool: AI and CAD are transforming the design process, enabling swift conversion from text to 3D CAD models, fostering innovative design iterations. 🔹Supply Chain Optimization: AI singularity could revolutionize the luxury fashion supply chain, from sourcing materials to manufacturing, distribution, and quality control but it also has risks. 🔹Personalization & Customer Experiences: With AI's help, luxury fashion brands can deliver highly personalized experiences, from tailored recommendations to virtual try-ons, boosting customer convenience and brand loyalty. 🔹Ethical AI & Sustainability: Embracing AI could promote ethical practices, detect labor exploitation, and contribute to sustainability efforts by reducing waste and promoting circular economy practices.    #DigitalThreads #FashionTech #ArtificialIntelligence #LuxuryFashion #Sustainability #AISingularity #GenerativeAI #AIinFashion #EthicalAI #FashionInnovation #SupplyChainOptimization #Personalization #AI #GenerativeAI #CAD #CustomerExperience #CADDesign #CircularEconomy #AIEthics #FutureOfFashion #AIandSustainability #FashionDesignTech #AIDesignTools #AIinSupplyChain #AIinLuxuryFashion #VirtualTryOns #CircularFashion

Drawing inspiration from the vibrant spirit of South Africa, the Lumina Nova Collection redefines bridal couture with its daring creativity and flawless craftsmanship. Each look, meticulously crafted to perfection, embodies the essence of a modern-day fairy tale. With exquisite details, luxurious fabrics, and impeccable tailoring, Ambriel Pouncy's designs transcend traditional conventions, pushing the boundaries of what a bridal collection can be. As the Lumina Nova Collection graces the catwalks, it unveils a tapestry of emotions—romance, empowerment, and a celebration of individuality. Every step taken by the models exudes confidence and grace, leaving the audience breathless and yearning for more. This is more than just a fashion show. It is a transformative experience that invites you to dream, to imagine, and to embrace the beauty of love and self-expression. The Lumina Nova Collection showcased at Cape Town AI Fashion Week, Shanghai AI Fashion Week, and Milan AI Fashion Week is a testament to the power of fashion, where bridal couture becomes a symbol of empowerment and a reflection of personal identity. Join us as we embark on this extraordinary journey, where the Lumina Nova Collection sets the stage ablaze, leaving an indelible mark on the world of bridal fashion. Experience the magic, witness the fusion of cultures, and be inspired to embrace your unique style as you walk down the aisle on your special day. https://lnkd.in/g4z8ii6q #DigitalThreads #FashionTech #ArtificialIntelligence #LuxuryFashion #Sustainability #AISingularity #GenerativeAI #AIinFashion #EthicalAI #FashionInnovation #SupplyChainOptimization #Personalization #CustomerExperience #CADDesign #CircularEconomy #AIEthics #FutureOfFashion #AIandSustainability #FashionDesignTech #AIDesignTools #AIinSupplyChain #AIinLuxuryFashion #VirtualTryOns