The retail landscape is changing. Fast. When it comes to designing new fashion, apparel and textile products – trends, price and style are no longer enough. Forward-thinking businesses are now prioritising circularity, too.
Circular design helps employees build future-ready skills, ensures products are doing less damage to the environment and puts businesses ahead of emerging eco-design policies worldwide.
Course overview
WRAP’s Textiles Design for Circularity Training equips teams with the tools and know-how to design circular collections – collections that are better because they last longer, make less waste, use less water and lower carbon emissions.
Developed by leading textiles experts, the course blends theory with practical application. Participants will learn the fundamentals of the circular economy, explore WRAP’s Circular Design Pillars, and apply the teachings directly to their product ranges – delivering products that meet customer expectations and policy mandates.
What’s included
Three expert-led modules delivered by our team of experts
Support developing an action plan and trackable circular design targets
Continued access to all of the course resources
A course completion certificate and supporting assets
Module breakdown
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Module 1
Introduction to Circular Design and How Change Happens
Before you can design better products, it's essential to understand why change is needed. -
Module 2
Understanding and Implementing the 4 Pillars of Circular Design
Now you have the basics down, it’s time to move from theory to application. -
Module 3, Masterclass 1
Setting Targets for Circular Design
Set yourself up for long-term success by setting circular design targets. -
Module 3, Masterclass 2
Communicating Circularity
Bring your customers and senior stakeholders on the journey with you.
Upcoming course dates
January 2026 cohort (all modules included):
- Module 1 & 2 | 14 January - All day
- Module 3, Masterclass 1 | 21 January - 10-11:30am GMT
- Module 3, Masterclass 2 | 28 January - 10-11:30am GMT
March 2026 cohort (all modules included):
- Module 1 & 2 | 4 March - All day
- Module 3, Masterclass 1 | 11 March - 10-11:30am GMT
- Module 3, Masterclass 2 | 18 March - 10-11:30am GMT
For pricing details or to find out about our bespoke options for teams of 5+, enquire today.
Why get involved?
Policy imperatives
Stay ahead of upcoming legislation, including eco-design requirements, extended producer responsibility, and benefit from modulated fees, where applicable.
Upskill teams
Support teams across the business to level up their understanding of circular design and build confidence and consistency in approach.
Customer communications
Talk credibly and compliantly to consumers about circular products and inspire them to make better purchasing decisions.
Environmental savings
Reap the environmental benefits of bringing lower impact products to the market and demonstrate tangible progress towards ESG targets.
Impact in numbers
10 brands have taken part in circular design training or workshops with us*
100% of the textile businesses we work with are implementing circular design actions*
100% of the textile businesses we work with are successfully reducing the per tonne impact of textiles they produce and sell*
<50% of the textile businesses we work with have used our teaching to develop circular design strategies*
*Data is based on businesses we work with through the UK Textiles Pact.
Hear from course alumni
“Coming into the training, we were at the start of our sustainability journey. We came away from the course with a clear view on what we currently do well, what isn't relevant for our business, what actions we can take in the short-medium term to improve, and a framework for continuous reviewing.
Since the course we have been developing our strategy in particular on improve fibres and reducing impact in production.”
Gráinne McIvor, Sustainability Manager at Homestore and More
Who’s the course for?
WRAP’s Textiles Design for Circularity Training is for fashion and textiles professionals across all backgrounds and roles.
Whether you design products, market them, or set the strategy for the business, this course will empower you to integrate circular design in your work – no matter your starting point.
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Designers and product developers
You are the guardians of every product decision. From how long a garment lasts to whether it can be passed on or recycled, your choices shape its entire life. This course will expand your skills, build your confidence, and empower you to design products you can be proud of.
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Communicators and marketers
Marketing drives the bottom line. By understanding circular design, you’ll be able to tell the right stories, stay clear of greenwashing, and help your business achieve commercial targets while building long-term brand value and customer affinity.
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Senior leaders
Your choices steer the direction of the business. Discover how circular design can reduce risk, unlock cost efficiencies, and build long-term resilience against material shortages and incoming policy shifts. Come away with a strong case for directing budget and resources towards strategies that drive both growth and positive impact for your business.
Take your next steps
For pricing details or to find out about our bespoke options for teams of 5+, enquire today.