Veronica Bates Kassatly, an economist specializing in sustainable fashion, reveals the pitfalls of self-regulation in the industry. She discusses how the fashion world manipulates sustainability metrics, branding polyesters as eco-friendly while masking their true environmental impact. The conversation delves into the flaws in current methodologies, the interplay between fashion policies and global trade, and the urgent need for genuine sustainability measures. Veronica calls for an inclusive dialogue that prioritizes both environmental and social justice.