Circular Economy and Sustainability in Fashion Products: A Bibliometric Review of the Literature

Abstract

The objective is to analyze the growth and evolution of research on circular economy practices in sustainable fashion across Asia, emphasizing descriptive trends and shifts over time. It aims to identify influential authors, journals, and collaborative networks shaping the field, while exploring conceptual and intellectual networks to uncover research gaps and emerging areas for future academic and industry advancements. The study employed bibliometric analysis using publications sourced from the Scopus database, covering 65 scholarly documents between 2016 and 2024. Data analysis was conducted using Biblioshiny (R), focusing on conceptual structures, research clusters, and emerging topics. The methodology included keyword-based searches and filtering by geographic relevance to Asian countries. This study emphasizes collaborative efforts among policymakers, industry leaders, and academia to integrate circular economy practices into fashion, fostering sustainable consumption, reducing waste, and driving eco-conscious choices to mitigate environmental harm effectively.