SFT has teamed up with lululemon to launch the first structure academic-industry partnership. Launched alongside the relaunched of lululemon’s "Like New" programme in Hong Kong, the collaboration connects circular activewear education with real-world industry practice through three initiatives running until November 2026.
- RE:FORM – a circular design competition where students are reimagining end-of-life lululemon garments with guidance from industry mentors.
- Like New Campus Voices - a student-led initiative that promotes circularity and responsible consumption across the university community.
- Move Like New - experiential wellness activities on campus that connect mindful living with circular fashion.
Prof. Chloe Ki said the collaboration connects circular fashion education with industry practice and offers meaningful learning opportunities for students. “The collaboration is more than an educational experience — it represents a meaningful academic–industry model that strengthens knowledge exchange and demonstrates how partnerships can foster a more circular ecosystem.”
The partnership reflects SFT’s commitment to advancing sustainability, innovation and academic–industry collaboration in fashion education, while helping to prepare the next generation of sustainable fashion leaders.
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