Textile waste is a global issue and Australia is now #1 per capita for textiles consumption, surpassing even the US. What does this mean for the environment and the future of fashion? In today’s episode of the Power Of Women podcast, Di sits down with Tonia Bastyan, a fashion industry veteran and pioneer in sustainable design. Tonia’s impressive career has seen her serve as the Creative Director and Founder of fashion brands in both Australia and the UK. Now, she’s pivoted her focus to tackle one of the industry’s biggest challenges: textile waste. Join us as we discuss how Tonia’s innovative work on the front-end design framework will ensure garments can be repurposed. We discuss pioneering technology and practical solutions for reducing waste and creating a more sustainable fashion industry. Tune in for a conversation that could change the way you think about the clothes you wear!   KEY TOPICS: 00:00 - Introduction 07:33 – Fashion manufacturing has changed 11:45 – Consumerism a key culprit 14:40 – Ground breaking resource recovery 20:28 – Zero textile waste target 30:31 – Changing the supply chain WHO IS TONIA BASTYAN? Tonia heads up the design services division of BlockTexx, where her extensive knowledge of the fashion industry and garment production have enabled her to develop their front-end circular design framework for workwear and uniforms. Tonia brings 30+ yrs experience in design, textile & garment manufacturing and running her own brands in the UK and Australia. FIND TONIA BASTYAN AT: Tonia Bastyan LinkedIn Blocktexx CONNECT WITH DI GILLETT & POWER OF WOMEN: ·      LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/di-gillett-power-of-women/ ·      Instagram https://www.instagram.com/power_of_women_podcast/ ·      Website https://powerofwomen.com.au/contact/   Be the first to catch inspiring interviews, empowering stories, and thought-provoking content. Follow the podcast, share the episodes & hit that subscribe button so you never miss an episode. Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeuAx74qUBrHxaQPEnxRpTw?sub_confirmation=1 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Sound Design: Daryl Missen https://vinilo.com.au/ Filming: Chocolate Studios https://www.chocolatestudios.com.au/   DISCLAIMER https://powerofwomen.com.au/podcast-disclaimer/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.