Harlem's Fashion Row is hosting its third annual Sustainability Forum, sponsored by H&M

Harlem Fashion Row (HFR) is gearing up to host its third Annual Sustainability Forum on Monday, April 22, 2024.

As consumers continue to demand more environmentally friendly clothing, many fashion brands are already making the shift to integrating sustainable practices and products in their businesses to reduce their carbon footprint.

Harlem's Fashion Row is offering a lifeline to designers of color looking to build a sustainable fashion business through this exciting in-person Sustainability Forum.

The Sustainability Forum is a partnership between Harlem's Fashion Row and H&M that educates and empowers designers about sustainable practices to foster change within the fashion industry.

The event will take place at the NeueHouse in Madison Square from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Attendees will gain valuable insights and practical tools on sustainable practices within the fashion industry, spanning from designers to retail brands.

They will discover firsthand how industry leaders like H&M, Macy's, Calvin Klein, Black Oak Collective, and Victoria's Secret have effectively incorporated sustainability into their business models, serving as inspirational case studies for implementing eco-friendly strategies.

By spotlighting these designers and retail brands, HFR aims to inspire and empower others within the industry to prioritize sustainability.

Several notable fashion speakers will be at the forum to share their expertise, including Lauren Riezman, Head of Communications at H&M Americas; Sarah Nesbit, 2024 Re/Make Ambassador and Founder of BlackOak Collective; Sherieka Smallwood-Morgan, Director of Retail Strategy at Macy's; Dominique Drakeford, Founder of Melanin and Sustainable Style; and Rohit Burman, Vice President of Sustainability and Inclusion at Calvin Klein.

Additionally, this year's Sustainability Forum will feature a keynote address by renowned fashion designer Heron Preston.

Preston, known for his innovative approach to fashion and commitment to sustainability, will share insights and experiences from his journey in integrating sustainable practices into his brand.