Fashion

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Why is Hemp Better Than Cotton

Hemp and cotton are both natural plant fibers. But natural doesn't necessarily mean environmentally friendly and sustainable. The fashion industry uses cotton massively to make stylish clothing and accessories much... Read More
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The Coronavirus Crisis is Killing the Old Fashion Industry

The coronavirus crisis is accelerating change in the fashion industry. Apparel and footwear brands have to face consumers' demand for more sustainability and digitalization. Huge fast fashion stores like Zara... Read More
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How Often Should You Change Your Clothes

I used to change my outfit many times per day before I went from fast-fashion obsessed to following a slow approach to fashion. I now wash my clothes and buy... Read More
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Puma New Biodegradable Collection Design to Fade

The German athletic apparel and footwear brand PUMA is launching a new activewear collection called "Design to Fade" that is high-performance and biodegradable. The collection is conducted in collaboration with... Read More
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10 Ways to Tell It's Time to Donate Your Clothes

Whether you feel like you have too many clothes and want to declutter, or you are moving out to a new place, it's time to go through your clothes and... Read More
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Reformation Accused of Discrimination Donates $500,000 to Charity

At the beginning of June 2020, the sustainable women's clothing and accessories brand Reformation was accused of discrimination by a former employee, Elle Santiago. Elle has been working in an... Read More
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What is the Purpose of Upcycling Fashion

The fashion industry is one of the largest polluters globally. It produces massive amounts of waste, pollution, and carbon emissions every year. Upcycling fashion is one opportunity for fashion lovers... Read More
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Fashion Revolution Zambia for a Sustainable Fashion Industry

The Fashion Revolution Foundation is now equipped with a Zambian group of passionate innovators, entrepreneurs, media, and fashion experts from Zambia. The foundation is a nonprofit organization and registered charity... Read More
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70 Different Fashion Styles to Find Yours in 2024 (500+ Outfits Total)

This is the only fashion style list you'll ever need to find your own clothing style and look your best with clothes that suit you and express your unique personality!... Read More
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Fashion Must Become Sustainable Without Consumers Demand

Fashion is one of the most polluting industries in the world. It's responsible for excessive waste, pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions. Garment mass-production and consumption releases toxic chemicals, untreated wastewater,... Read More
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Diarrablu Sustainable Collection From Senegal

Diarrablu now offers sustainable fashion made in Senegal from leftover fabrics, organic cotton, lyocell, and cupro. The brand's environmentally friendly collection includes jumpsuits, dresses, and shoes. Diarra Bousso launched her... Read More
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Second-Hand Clothing is Much More Than a Sustainable Trend

Second-hand clothing may seem like the latest trend for sustainable fashion. But buying and selling old clothes isn't new, even if these eco-friendly practices have been rising in popularity recently.... Read More
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Ethletic Sustainable Sneakers Tip Factory Workers

Ethletic makes socially responsible and environmentally friendly sneakers with its garment factory workers in Pakistan in mind. The German brand partnered with Tip Me to allow its customer to directly... Read More
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Emilia George Makes Maternity Wear Cool With Sustainability

Emilia George makes sustainable maternity and nursing wear with natural and breathable materials. The brand designs its clothes to shine for all stages of motherhood: during and after pregnancy, at... Read More
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Vagabond Shoemakers Recycles Post-Consumer Shoes

The Swedish shoe brand Vagabond Shoemakers recycles used shoes to reduce waste thanks to innovations. You can bring your old shoes to your nearest Vagabond store for reuse or recycling.... Read More
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Open Letter to the Fashion Industry Calls for Change

The textile and apparel industry must become sustainable. A large group of leading fashion designers submitted an open letter to the fashion industry calling for rapid changes. The coronavirus crisis... Read More
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Open Letter to the Fashion Industry Calls for Change
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Zalora Partners With Vestiaire Collective

Fashion retailer Zalora just closed a partnership with Vestiaire Collective to offer used designer items on its online platform. The eCommerce giant announced the partnership in May 2020. Zalora is... Read More
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10 Sustainability Initiatives in the Fashion Industry in May 2020

COVID-19 is an unprecedented crisis that has a disastrous impact on the fashion industry. But key players are still making progress toward more sustainability in the fashion world. The fashion... Read More
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10 Sustainability Initiatives in the Fashion Industry in May 2020
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Fashion Week is Moving to Frankfurt

After Paris, London, Milan, and New York, Fashion Week used to take place in Berlin every year as well. Germany's main Fashion Week event is moving from Berlin to Frankfurt... Read More
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My Best Posts on Minimalism You Need to Read

Minimalism is a movement that strips everything down, going back to the essentials to achieve simplicity. Minimalist fashion promotes single materials, clean cuts, simple shapes, and classic silhouettes to rediscover... Read More
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How Big Should Your Wardrobe Be

  An oversized wardrobe is overwhelming and stressful. If you are a hoarder like me, you don't like to get rid of clothes. But sometimes, it's necessary to declutter for... Read More
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The Ultimate Sustainable Fashion Resources

Sustainability is the change needed in the fashion industry. It's currently gaining popularity among conscious consumers. And fashion companies are starting to adopt more sustainable practices when producing apparel and... Read More
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American Red Cross Clothing Donations

One of the best ways to be more sustainable with clothes is to donate clothing you don't wear anymore. The American Red Cross is an amazing place to donate used... Read More
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Pre-Owned Fashion Now Available at Walmart

Walmart just partnered with ThredUp to offer second-hand clothing on its website. It's a great step for more sustainability in the fashion industry. With its new pre-owned fashion category, Walmart... Read More
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The Advantages of Linen for Clothing

Cotton is still the most widely used fiber for clothing. It's cheap and mass-produced around the world. What about linen clothes? Linen fabric is much more expensive but has amazing... Read More
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