This September, Vivienne Westwood, a renowned designer brand, has taken a bold and unprecedented stance in support of the Global Climate Strike. The brand has announced the temporary closure of its offices and flagship stores in major cities around the world, including London, Paris, Milan, New York, and Los Angeles. This move allows Vivienne Westwood employees the opportunity to actively participate in the global movement demanding urgent action on climate change.
The decision to close headquarters in London and flagship stores in key fashion capitals such as Italy, France, and the US emphasizes Vivienne Westwood’s unwavering commitment to addressing the pressing issue of climate change. While the brand’s locations in China and Japan will remain operational, this significant action taken by Vivienne Westwood underscores the critical need for transformation within the fashion industry.
The Global Climate Strike, set to take place from September 20th to September 27th, is a global initiative focused on raising awareness about the necessity of transitioning away from fossil fuels. This event, timed to coincide with the upcoming UN Emergency Climate Summit in New York, seeks to highlight the urgent nature of the climate crisis and to demand concrete actions from world leaders.
In a recent press release, Vivienne Westwood reiterated the importance of climate change to the company, declaring that continuing with “business as usual” is no longer a viable option. By aligning with activists, NGOs, and other environmentally conscious organizations, the luxury brand is making a clear statement in favor of advocating for environmental sustainability and systemic change.
Joining Vivienne Westwood in support, Patagonia, a well-known outdoor brand, has also announced the closure of all stores and offices worldwide in solidarity with the Global Climate Strike. Moreover, employees from global corporations like Amazon are expected to take part in the strike. In a notable expression of solidarity, over 1,000 Amazon employees are likely to participate in the strike on September 20th.
As the fashion industry confronts its significant environmental footprint, Vivienne Westwood’s bold decision to close stores and offices emerges as a powerful statement urging the industry to prioritize sustainability and adopt environmentally conscious practices. By actively engaging in the movement for climate action, Vivienne Westwood is setting a precedent for others in the industry to follow suit and actively contribute towards a more environmentally sustainable future.
Learn more about the Global Climate Strike here: https://globalclimatestrike.net/
Discover Vivienne Westwood’s commitment to sustainability: https://www.viviennewestwood.com/en/sustainability-story/
