The aim is to create a closed-loop system where clothing items are designed, produced, used, and then recycled or repurposed in a way that minimizes waste and reduces the environmental impact of the fashion industry.
According to the definition of The European Parliament, this involves "sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing and recycling existing materials and products as long as possible.
"[1] As suggested by The European Commission report, circular fashion encompasses a range of practices and strategies such as designing clothes for longevity, using sustainable materials, implementing recycling programs, and promoting secondhand markets.
Garments used in circular fashion are designed for longevity and durability with eco-friendly materials to encourage longer lifespans and methods that minimize waste and environmental impact.
[2] Pioneering work and terminology on circular fashion, reached the mainstream through a 2017 report by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation titled "A New Textile Economy: Redesigning Fashion's Future".