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This chapter explores the reconfiguration of the textile and apparel value chain, from design and product development to consumer use and end-of-life strategies, by integrating circular design principles and regenerative strategies (R-strategies). It highlights the role of biomaterials and eco-engineering innovations in fostering sustainability while aligning with the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) framework. By setting regulatory requirements for product sustainability, circularity, and environmental performance, ESPR provides a foundation for industry-wide transformation. The chapter also emphasizes the participation of consumers and the shift in behavioral patterns, recognizing that user-centred design and consumer literacy on sustainability are crucial to closing the loop and enabling effective circular systems. In parallel, it explores how ecodesign aligns with emerging circular business models such as rental, leasing, take-back schemes, and upcycling at scale, all of which contribute to the extension of product life and the reduction of environmental impact. Furthermore, the chapter positions textile and fashion design not only as a creative discipline but also as a key driver of environmental, economic, political, and societal change. By embedding ecodesign within broader sustainability goals, the industry directly contributes to key Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), and SDG 13 (Climate Action). 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