# Sustainable fashion events in Brazil > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sustainable-fashion-events-in-brazil > Updated: 2026-08-30T22:42:21.000Z. Sources: 27. Developments: 5. In late July and August 2026, Brazil highlighted sustainable fashion through a series of high‑profile events. The Rio Ethical Fashion forum, held on 5‑6 August as part of Rio Innovation Week, marked its sixth edition and positioned sustainable fashion as a driver of technological and economic transformation. Panels explored consumer behavior, AI‑driven craftsmanship, circularity and business ethics, featuring designers, journalists and industry figures, with sponsorship from Sebrae and the Dutch Consulate. A week later, other regional showcases emphasized the same themes. At the Festival Gastronômico da Lagoa de Iriry in Rio das Ostras, Nova Dona Moda Circular debuted a circular‑fashion concept offering second‑hand clothing and accessories to promote reuse. Maranhão Fashion Week in São Luís underscored local authorial fashion and sustainability, highlighting the sector’s growth and employment figures. Vale Fashion in São José dos Campos presented a collection made from banana‑fiber sourced in the Vale do Ribeira, linking regional craft with eco‑friendly design and receiving support from Sebrae‑SP. Expanding on these themes, the São Paulo Climate Week 2026 featured discussions on the necessity of a sustainable transition across the entire productive chain. In late August, the focus shifted toward bioeconomy and technical craftsmanship. In Amazonas, the 4th edition of Amazon Poranga Fashion in Manaus highlighted the intersection of fashion and Amazonian identity. Designers Siodohi and Regina Ramos launched the ‘Gigantio’ collection, utilizing leather from sustainable pirarucu fish management. Developed with Fundação Amazônia Sustentável (FAS), the project employs blockchain technology to ensure material traceability. According to Wildney Mourão, FAS entrepreneurship program manager, the project aims to transform Amazonian sociobiodiversity into economic opportunities, generating income for local communities while promoting environmental conservation through innovation and creativity. ## Claims - Nova Dona Moda Circular participated in the Festival Gastronômico da Lagoa de Iriry in Rio das Ostras. (single source) - Nova Dona Moda Circular participated in the Festival Gastronômico da Lagoa de Iriry, presenting circular fashion concepts. (single source) - Keila Moreira is the founder of Nova Dona Moda Circular. (single source) - The 7th edition of Maranhão Fashion Week was launched on 31 May, focusing on authorial fashion and sustainability. (single source) - Maranhão's fashion sector comprises 848 companies and employs 1,958 formal workers, 61 % of whom are women. (single source) - In 2023, the Maranhão fashion sector generated revenue of R$ 107.8 million, a 48.4 % increase over the previous year. (single source) - Vale Fashion showcased the “As Bananas” collection by designer Julia Pantaleão made from banana fiber. (single source) - The collection involved artisans Dinalva Belisario Temerario, Maria Carmen Oliveira Lima and Magaly Antonia from Vale do Ribeira. (single source) - Sebrae‑SP supported the Vale Fashion event and brought a delegation of creative entrepreneurs from the Vale do Ribeira. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-30: Gigantio showcases sustainable pirarucu leather at Amazon Poranga Fashion The Gigantio collection debuted at Amazon Poranga Fashion, featuring sustainably managed pirarucu leather and blockchain traceability to support Amazonian bioeconomy and local communities. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gigantio-showcases-sustainable-pirarucu-leather-at-amazon-poranga-fashion-1 ### 2026-08-27: Amazon Poranga Fashion showcases regional sustainable design The Amazon Poranga Fashion event in Manaus showcases regional designers, featuring sustainable collections like ‘Gigantio’ which uses blockchain-tracked pirarucu leather to promote the Amazonian bioeconomy. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-designers-showcase-sustainable-fashion-and-technical-craftsmanship ### 2026-08-17: Brazilian fashion industry focuses on sustainability and retail evolution Brazilian fashion leaders are addressing sustainability, circularity, and industry transformations through initiatives like São Paulo Climate Week and the upcoming Movimento Moda 2026 event. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-fashion-industry-focuses-on-sustainability-and-retail-evolution ### 2026-07-29: Brazilian fashion events highlight sustainable, circular designs Brazilian fashion events in Rio das Ostras, São Luís and São José dos Campos showcased circular fashion, authorial designs and a banana‑fiber collection, highlighting sustainability and regional craft. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-fashion-events-spotlight-sustainable-and-circular-clothing ### 2026-07-21: Rio Ethical Fashion 2026 highlighted during Rio Innovation Week Rio Ethical Fashion 2026 was showcased at Rio Innovation Week (5‑6 Aug) in Rio de Janeiro, focusing on sustainable fashion, AI, and circularity with designers and industry leaders. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rio-ethical-fashion-2026-highlighted-during-rio-innovation-week --- Cite as: Sustainable fashion events in Brazil. 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