The fast-paced nature of today's society is influencing the fast fashion industry, but sustainability is quickly becoming a global focus due to environmental impacts and interest groups. In view of the multifaceted impact of the collision between the fast fashion industry and sustainability, this report focuses on the internationally renowned fast fashion brand ZARA to carry out research on the business, design, and economics of the fashion industry and sustainable development.

Meilin Mu. Sustainability in Business and Design of ZARA. The Frontiers of Society, Science and Technology (2024), Vol. 6, Issue 4: 73-78. https://doi.org/10.25236/FSST.2024.060411.

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