About Smart Fashion
Smart Fashion is where science, style, and sustainability meet.
The fashion industry is undergoing a radical shift. As environmental concerns rise and technology evolves, it is no longer enough for clothing to look good, it must also do good. At Smart Fashion, we explore how innovation, data, and material science are reshaping the way we design, produce, and think about what we wear.
From smart textiles that adjust to your body to 4D-printed fabrics that reduce waste, our articles unpack the breakthroughs driving a more ethical, efficient, and circular fashion ecosystem. Whether you are a curious consumer, a student, or a change maker in the industry, this platform is here to inform, inspire, and spark action.
Our Impact
At Smart Fashion, ideas do not stop at the page; they move into the world. We believe sustainability means combining innovation with action, and our work reflects that balance.
Through community clothing drives, we have diverted nearly a ton of clothing from landfills, over 2,000 pounds of garments given a second life. These donations have primarily supported the young Hispanic community, from immigrant families in New York to children in Argentina and Colombia. Each piece extends the life of clothing, reduces waste, and strengthens the circular fashion movement we believe in.
Our work does not just inform conscious consumers, it also educates the next generation. In 2024, Smart Fashion’s article “Linear vs Circular Economy: The Future of Fashion and Beyond” was selected by the Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association (OCSTA) for inclusion in the official Ontario secondary school course “Understanding Fashion (HNC4C)”. This recognition affirms our role as a trusted source in sustainable fashion education, shaping how students learn about the future of fashion and circularity.
Alongside these drives, our Second-Hand Store celebrates the value of circular fashion and shows how preloved style can be both sustainable and inspiring. By connecting research, community action, and creative storytelling, Smart Fashion bridges the gap between knowledge and real-world solutions.
Meet the Founder
Hi, I’m Sophia Kohler, founder, writer, and passionate researcher behind Smart Fashion.
I started this platform to merge two things I care deeply about: environmental responsibility and the future of design. What began as a personal curiosity quickly evolved into a broader mission, to share insights at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and textiles in an accessible and engaging way.
This past summer, I completed a pre-college program in Fibers and Textiles at Cornell University, where I studied everything from yarn construction to textile finishing. I am currently a research fellow at the Talaria Summer Institute, working under Professor Izabela Ciesielska-Wrobel at the University of Rhode Island. Our project, “The Impact of Fiber Structure on Microfiber Release During Domestic Washing,” examines how fabric properties contribute to microplastic pollution, an issue I care deeply about.
I am also a member of the Junior Academy of the New York Academy of Sciences, where I connect with STEM mentors and peers who share my passion for building sustainable solutions.
As a student, writer, and advocate, I believe that fashion should be more than beautiful, it should be smart, transparent, and regenerative. That’s the future I want to help build.
Join the Movement
Smart Fashion isn’t just a blog, it’s a growing community of people who believe that better fashion is possible. If you’re passionate about sustainability, innovation, or simply love learning about what’s next in fashion, you’re in the right place.
Let’s rethink fashion, one thread at a time.
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