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Towards a Circular Fashion Future: A Textile Revalorization Model Combining Public and Expert Insights from Chile

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dc.contributor.authorPalma, Cristian D.
dc.contributor.authorCabello, Priscilla
dc.date.accessioned2026-10-06T20:38:43Z
dc.date.available2026-10-06T20:38:43Z
dc.date.issued2025
dc.description.abstractThe global textile industry has a significant environmental impact, driven by fast fashion and rising consumption, which leads to large amounts of waste. In Chile, this problem is especially visible, with thousands of tons of discarded clothing accumulating in open areas and landfills. This study explores how to design a practical textile revalorization system grounded in local reality. We used a qualitative mixed-methods approach, combining semi-structured interviews with six experts in textile circularity and an online survey completed by 328 people. Thematic analysis revealed low public awareness of textile recycling, limited consumer participation, and major structural barriers, including scarce infrastructure and unclear regulations. Experts emphasized the importance of coordinated action among government, industry, and grassroots recyclers, while survey respondents highlighted the need for education and easier recycling options. Based on these insights, we propose an integrated framework that combines education campaigns, better recycling systems, and formal recognition of informal recyclers’ work. While centered on Chile, the study offers ideas that could support textile circularity efforts in other countries facing similar challenges. By merging expert knowledge with everyday public perspectives, the approach helps design more realistic and socially grounded solutions for textile waste management. As with many exploratory frameworks, external validation remains a necessary step for future research to strengthen its robustness and applicability.
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dc.identifier.citationPalma, C. D., & Cabello-Avilez, P. (2025). Towards a Circular Fashion Future: A Textile Revalorization Model Combining Public and Expert Insights from Chile. Sustainability, 17(19), 8670. https://doi.org/10.3390/su17198670
dc.identifier.doihttps://doi.org/10.3390/su17198670
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/11447/11237
dc.language.isoen
dc.subjectSustainable fashion
dc.subjectTextile circularity
dc.subjectTextile revalorization
dc.subjectPublic perception
dc.subjectExpert insight
dc.titleTowards a Circular Fashion Future: A Textile Revalorization Model Combining Public and Expert Insights from Chile
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