The second meeting of the Fashion Cities Coalition (FCC) took place on Oct. 27 in Milan, at KPMG's headquarters. Following the inaugural meeting in Paris, the initiative was handed over to Milan and the Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (CNMI), which worked alongside its members on FCC activities. The workshop brought together Italian stakeholders from academia, across the fashion value chain, from start-ups and from institutions, with methodological support from KPMG.

Key Speakers and Industry Leaders at the KPMG Workshop

The morning session featured contributions from Alessia Cappello, councillor for Economic Development, Fashion and Design; Carlo Capasa, chairman of the Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana; Isabelle Lefort, co-founder & executive director Paris Good Fashion; Gemma D'Auria, senior partner McKinsey & Company; Lorenzo Solimene and Alessandro Manzo, partners KPMG; Pascal Morand, executive president Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode, who delivered a video message; Federico Brugnoli, founder and ceo of Spin360; Rossella Munafò, head of Certilogo; and Giuliano Maddalena, ceo of SAFE SCPA - general contractor RE.CREA.

Global Urban Ecosystems Driving Textile Circularity

Launched by Paris Good Fashion on July 9 during the Paris Good Fashion Midsummer Camp, in collaboration with Global Fashion Agenda, the Fashion Cities Coalition (FCC) brings together leading representatives of the fashion industry from eight cities: Copenhagen, Cotonou, Dubai, London, Milan, New York, Paris and Singapore. It aims to accelerate the transition of the textile and fashion industry towards circular, regenerative, transparent and socially equitable models by 2030.

The Coalition is founded on the recognition that isolated initiatives are not sufficient and that cities, understood as integrated ecosystems bringing together brands, manufacturers, suppliers, institutions, researchers and NGOs, represent one of the most effective levels at which to mobilise the entire value chain and drive systemic impact.

Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana on Systemic Sustainability

"In addition to being a fashion capital, Milan must also become a capital of circularity, strengthening its role in the transition towards more sustainable and responsible production and consumption models," said Carlo Capasa, chairman of Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana. "Sustainability is a strategic driver of the future of fashion and a shared responsibility that requires the tangible commitment of all industry stakeholders. As the Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana, we have been working for years to support the industry's evolution through initiatives aimed at promoting product durability, harmonising standards, developing an effective European regulatory framework and safeguarding rights throughout the entire value chain. In this context, the Fashion Cities Coalition represents an important opportunity for international dialogue and collaboration, recognising that cities, through engagement between industry, institutions and younger generations, can play a decisive role in driving tangible, systemic change."

Made in Italy Best Practices and the Next Summit in Singapore

"Today's workshop in Milan, organised by CNMI with the support of KPMG, confirmed the importance of the Fashion Cities Coalition," commented Isabelle Lefort, co-founder & executive director of Paris Good Fashion. "This was reflected in the quality of the best practices shared, the reaffirmation of the strengths of Made in Italy, the work carried out on durability, and the active participation of leading stakeholders from across the Italian ecosystem. It is remarkable to see how, by joining forces, we can drive meaningful change and create a ripple effect. We look forward to reconvening in Singapore on 15 January for the third leg of this journey."

Photo From left: Alessia Capello, Gemma D’Auria, and Carlo Capasa; photo courtesy of CNMI