Today is Earth Day, and instead of simply celebrating it with a cheerful message, I want to bring your attention to the challenges our planet is facing right now. It’s easy to say “Happy Earth Day,” but it’s much harder to acknowledge how deeply our daily choices — including the clothes we buy — affect the world we live in. That’s why I want to share the manifesto written by @janessaleone, which perfectly expresses how the fashion industry must evolve if we want real change.

The manifesto begins with a powerful idea: there is nothing left to sustain. Our planet is no longer in a state where “sustainability” is enough. We have already gone far beyond the point where maintaining the current situation is a solution. Instead, we must regenerate. We must repair what has been damaged, restore what has been neglected, and allow natural systems to return to the balance they once had. The message is clear — we cannot keep interrupting the ecosystems that give us life.

Another important point is the disconnect between brands, people, and the land that produces the fibers we use. The manifesto calls for the end of that disconnect. Fashion cannot continue to exist as if it has no responsibility to the planet and communities involved in the creation of its products. Transparency, accountability, and synergy are the only way forward. If we want a better future, brands need to clean up their act and stop pretending that a “sustainable” label is enough.

This is a reminder that fashion holds tremendous power. It influences culture, trends, and even the way we see ourselves. But it also shapes the world we leave behind. We cannot keep valuing aesthetics without valuing the environment that makes them possible. The vision we should strive for is a future where fashion becomes a force for good — where beautiful, timeless pieces are created with intention, care, and respect for the planet.

On this Earth Day, let’s think beyond “sustainability.” Let’s think about regeneration, responsibility, and the role we all play. Our choices matter more than we often realize.