In response to growing consumer demand for greater transparency from the fashion industry, Puma has launched #KnowYourStuff, an educational content series which delves into one of today’s most debated fashion topics – leather vs vegan leather – and the environmental impact of both.
Created in collaboration with Aishwarya Sharma, one of Puma’s ‘Voices’ and Global Goals Ambassador, #KnowYourStuff translates the complexities and progressions around the use of leather and its alternatives. Available to view on Puma YouTube and Aishwarya’s Instagram platform from today, the seven episode story will roll out over the next two weeks.
“By openly discussing the complexities of the materials used in our products, like leather and its alternatives, we hope to foster a more informed and balanced conversation about sustainable clothing and footwear choices, which is essential for driving positive change,” said Anne-Laure Descours, chief sourcing officer at Puma. “The #KnowYourStuff series is a testament to our commitment of transparency and our promise made during our Conference of the People event to include the next generation as part of these important discussions.”
#KnowYourStuff forms part of Puma’s commitment and actions for greater transparency in sustainability, in which Aishwarya is one of four Voices of a ‘Re:Generation’ enlisted by Puma to help translate sustainability in a way that engages the next generation.
“My goal with #KnowYourStuff is to educate and empower my audience and young people worldwide,” said Aishwarya Sharma. “Sustainability can be complex and the leather topic is embedded with sensitive themes, so I’ve taken care in making sure this is approached in an open and transparent way that inspires people to become informed about the materials they choose to wear.”
