Theguardian iconTheguardianJun 23, 2026

Adidas, Uniqlo and Calvin Klein ads in UK banned over ‘recycled’ clothing claims

UK regulator has increased its scrutiny of fashion retailers over potentially misleading environmental statements Ads for Calvin Klein, Adidas and Uniqlo promoting "recycled" clothing and shoes have been banned by the UK watchdog after the advertisers were unable to prove their green claims.

Adidas, Uniqlo and Calvin Klein ads in UK banned over ‘recycled’ clothing claims

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UK regulator has increased its scrutiny of fashion retailers over potentially misleading environmental statements Ads for Calvin Klein, Adidas and Uniqlo promoting "recycled" clothing and shoes have been banned by the UK watchdog after the advertisers were unable to prove their green claims.

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