This research was made to determine how HZ University of Applied Sciences (further referred to as HZ) could change its catering options to be more sustainable and healthier while staying financially viable. Even though the catering has already implemented a number of sustainable measures, like sourcing …

Het doel van dit onderzoek is om te achterhalen hoe Yara het rangeer- en verlaadproces zodanig kan optimaliseren dat het aantal wagonbewegingen op het terrein met 30% vermindert, terwijl tegelijkertijd de toekomstige capaciteitsgroei gewaarborgd blijft. De centrale onderzoeksvraag luidt: “Hoe kan Yara …

De opleiding Ondernemerschap en Retail Management van de Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen streeft naar een hogere studentenopkomst bij onderwijseenheden. Naar aanleiding van deze wens is dit praktijkonderzoek uitgevoerd, waarin is onderzocht welke docenthandelingen als stimulerend worden ervaren voor …

This thesis explores the issue of overconsumption in the fashion industry and investigates how circular design and consumer education can encourage longer garment use. While awareness of sustainability has increased, many consumers still struggle to translate this into action. Through primary research—including …

This thesis explores the evolving relationship between social media and fashion identity in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic. Since public life was drastically restricted during the lockdowns, social media platforms emerged as critical spaces for self-expression, inspiration, and identity experimentation …

This research aims to evaluate the potential of using natural dyes to achieve black on cotton and viscose fabrics. The objective is to find a more sustainable alternative to traditional synthetic dyes for fashion designers. This is achieved through testing dye recipes, color visual and RGB value analysis, …

This research utilizes qualitative data to answer the question, “How can a care label encourage emotional connection for a consumer-garment relationship?”. The understanding of numerous emotionally durable design theories and the development of a care label have built the base for this research. The …

The Use of K-pop Idols as Trend Forecasting Tools This thesis explores how K-pop idols and their fan communities co-create fashion trends, and how brands can leverage this dynamic as a forecasting tool. As traditional trend cycles become outdated in the fast-paced digital age, K-pop offers a real-time, …

This research investigates how fashion brands can authentically engage Generation Z through co-creation practices that enable meaningful product customization. Survey results revealed that while 78% of respondents expressed strong interest in customization, only 24.4% had followed through with a purchase, …

This research investigates the potential for launching a maternity and children’s clothing rental service in the Czech Republic, where secondhand shopping is widely used but formal rental models are underdeveloped. The study explores whether rental could serve as a practical, sustainable, and financially …