Global Wardrobe. Ethics of Cultural Borrowing

With the growing demand for authenticity and identity, the fashion industry is increasingly turning to cultural traditions. However, without a clear ethical framework, this process risks becoming a new form of exploitation. Experts will discuss how the modern industry can work with cultural heritage, maintaining a balance between inspiration and respect for traditions.

• How to distinguish homage from the exploitation of cultural symbols?
• Criteria for ethical borrowing: are there universal rules?
• Discussion of high-profile cases of recent years.
• Brands' responsibility to communities that are sources of inspiration.
• How does the historical context influence the perception of cultural borrowings?
• The right to cultural heritage: Who possesses it?
• How to ensure a fair distribution of profits when using traditional ornaments and techniques?
• Models of partnership with bearers of cultural traditions.
• Certification of cultural heritage: necessity or redundancy?
• How to preserve authenticity while adapting traditional elements for the international market?
• The role of educational institutions in shaping an ethical approach.