With its rich heritage and new wave of visionary companies, France has a leading role as a catalyzer for change in the current fashion sector. The long-standing status of Paris as the world’s leading fashion capital and traditional heritage of textile manufacturing in the Lille region make France an artistic fashion hub. Its globally acclaimed technical expertise in fashion and schools attracts students and designers from around the world. Iconic fashion houses can draw on a prestigious past and experience. That is how France has become an economic powerhouse that exports its products globally, driven by its reputation for high-quality products. There is political recognition of the need to support and transmit craftsmanship and expertise in fashion, as well as the need to become more sustainable. Therefore, many investment are made in advanced technological research, new business models and materials.
Background information about innovation and sustainability in France
