The fashion and textile industry is one of the most dynamic and influential sectors in the global economy. It contributes significantly to employment, trade, creativity, and cultural development. However, the rapid growth of fashion consumption has also created serious environmental and social concerns, including excessive resource consumption, textile waste, water pollution, chemical usage, carbon emissions, and unsustainable production practices. These challenges have increased the need for a transition towards environmentally responsible and socially sustainable approaches in fashion and textiles. Eco-Friendly Fashion and Sustainable Textile Practices has been developed to provide a comprehensive understanding of sustainable approaches across the fashion and textile value chain. The book introduces the fundamental concepts of eco-friendly fashion and explores sustainable textile materials, environmentally responsible production methods, natural dyes, waste management, recycling, circular fashion, ethical practices, sustainable supply chains, and technological innovations. The book is organized into eleven chapters, progressing from the basic concepts of eco- friendly fashion to emerging trends and future possibilities. It examines the environmental impact of conventional textile production and presents practical approaches for reducing resource consumption and waste. Special attention is given to sustainable fibres, cleaner production technologies, natural colouring methods, textile recycling, upcycling, and circular economy principles. In addition to environmental sustainability, the book recognizes the importance of social and economic responsibility within the fashion industry. Topics such as ethical fashion, labour rights, fair wages, occupational safety, transparency, traceability, and responsible supply chain management are discussed to provide a broader perspective on sustainability. Technological developments are also transforming the way sustainable fashion is designed, manufactured, distributed, and consumed. The book therefore highlights the growing role of digital technologies, artificial intelligence, smart manufacturing, digital textile printing, and innovative textile materials in creating more sustainable fashion systems. This book is intended to serve as a useful reference for students, researchers, academicians, fashion designers, textile professionals, industry practitioners, and anyone interested in sustainable fashion and textile development. It aims not only to explain existing sustainable practices but also to encourage critical thinking, innovation, and responsible decision-making within the industry. The future of fashion depends on the ability to balance creativity, economic development, environmental protection, and social responsibility. By promoting awareness and practical knowledge of sustainable practices, this book seeks to contribute to the development of a more responsible, circular, and environmentally conscious fashion and textile industry. Author Details: Mr. K. Kavithasan Assistant Professor, Department of Costume Design and Fashion Dr SNS Rajalakshmi College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore Mr. Babu D Assistant Professor School of Design, Presidency University, Bengaluru Dr. C.Manimekala HoD & Assistant Professor, Department of Costume Design and Fashion, VLB Janakiammal College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore,
