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New RMIT University research suggests environmental awareness alone may not stop people buying ultra-fast fashion, with price and convenience trumping sustainability concerns for shoppers.

RMIT researchers have crafted a wildfire jacket prototype from mycelium leather, testing whether fungi‑based materials could help shape the next generation of protective clothing.

Most women in a new RMIT University study wore shoe sizes that differed from the size indicated by their foot length, highlighting the limitations of conventional sizing systems in accounting for differences in foot width and shape.

A sustainable furniture system using digital fabrication techniques and repurposed furniture waste has won Best in Category for Student Design at the Victorian Premier’s Design Awards alongside over twenty RMIT-affiliated projects recognised at this year’s awards.

RMIT returns to Melbourne Design Week 2026 as NGV’s ‘Futures Partner’, reaffirming the University’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of design practitioners, thinkers and leaders.

Indigenous RMIT alum Grace Lillian Lee’s striking woven creations have captured the attention of the fashion world.

Over the past week alone, three legacy Australian retail brands announced permanent closures: Glue Store, Barbecues Galore, and Lincraft. An RMIT expert explains that these were not failing businesses that lost relevance overnight, but reflect a wider shift in the mid-market retail sector.

RMIT has partnered with Australian premium sheepskin footwear brand EVERAU to announce the winners of its 2026 Student Design Award for Sheepskin Shoemaking. 

Indigenous RMIT alum Grace Lillian Lee’s striking woven creations have captured the attention of the fashion world.

Kirby Hanrahan always knew she wanted to work in fashion. This was her journey from coursework to catwalk.

To celebrate International Women’s Day, four inspirational alumni share their top tips for starting a business as a woman.