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Hessian Fabric: Is Burlap Sustainable (& Stylish)?
You can wear the material used for sacks of potatoes without LOOKING like one! Are burlap, jute, and hessian fabric sustainable, though? Let’s see.
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You can wear the material used for sacks of potatoes without LOOKING like one! Are burlap, jute, and hessian fabric sustainable, though? Let’s see.
Yep, greenwashing has a cousin. Here's what greenhushing means in fashion and what you can do about it as a consumer
Why is Merino wool so special? And is it more or less ethical than normal wool? Let’s find out! We’ll also show you how to take care of it properly.
Shein’s average consumer ISN’T a student or minimum wage worker on a budget, and they ARE aware of their environmental impact. So, we’re done excusing them.
“But babies & kids grow out of them so quickly!” You CAN dress them in non-toxic ethical children clothing without breaking the bank. Here’s what to focus on.
On Project Cece, you can find products with stories of craftsmanship and positive impact behind them. But behind each brand, there’s also the story of a founder. Someone who was bold enough to decide to take action on the problems they see in the world. Someone who put themselves out there and tackled all the insecurities and risks that come with starting a brand.So today, we’re lifting the curtains and taking a look behind the scenes. Who are the people behind the brands you love? In this first interview, we’re talking to Heike.Heike is the passionate founder behind Wellicious, the Cradle to Cradle Certified yoga brand we love!
Ethical clothing, sustainability… Ugh, so many similar terms! So, what is slow fashion in practice? And why do we need this alternative to fast fashion?
Empty promises, “planet-friendly”, sustainable collections… If you spot these greenwashing red flags, it means those brands are trying to trick you!
Vegan leather is always better for the planet, right? Well, not really. So, here are the pros & cons of popular eco-friendly vegan leather alternatives.
Afghanistan hides sweatshops and is experiencing a humanitarian crisis. Does it mean you should boycott made-in-Afghanistan clothes? We don’t think so.
What and who’s behind the clothes you wear? How does each phase impact the planet? Discover how the fashion industry works in practice, stage by stage.
Unfortunately, even years after the Rana Plaza disaster, sweatshops are still common in Bangladesh. Here’s why it’s not all black and white, though.
Do you feel like you just can’t stop buying new clothes? Here’s why the psychology of fast fashion is keeping you trapped (and how to break free).
Surely, if a garment was “made in Italy”, it was produced ethically? Not necessarily. In fact… it might have not been MADE in Italy to begin with!
It’s silky, but it’s not silk. It comes from the cotton plant, but it’s not cotton. So, what IS cupro fabric? Discover its eco-friendly pros and cons.
Influencers are making fast fashion even faster! Here’s why—and how you can break free from their influence to feel better & make more ethical clothing choices.
“Just do it”... except when it comes to being transparent and guaranteeing living wages! Let’s find out if Nike is as ethical as it seems.
Yes, ethical clothes tend to have higher price tags. But does that make sustainable fashion elitist? Well, there’s something else you should consider.
Sustainability has emerged as one of the most important concepts in different fields, and fashion is not exempted. Today, people want to know where and how their clothes are made and more importantly, they want sustainable fashion. People want to know where their clothes are made and under what conditions. This is where blockchain comes in. The blockchain technology is transforming many industries with the help of openness, safety, and speed.
If you donate clothes to make up for your hauls, the chances are… they end up in Africa! Discover how textile waste colonialism works and how you can help.
You stopped shopping there after realising how unethical it is? That’s a great start, but you might be supporting brands that are even WORSE than Primark!
One thing about us: we don’t gatekeep. So when Creative Fabrica reached out with an exciting update for DIY-ers and small business owners, we wanted to share it with you too.Besides also being based in Amsterdam, Creative Fabrica is a treasure trove for digital assets. Through their platform, you can find everything you need to make a success out of your next project; from fonts to graphics and even crafting templates.Recently, they launched Creative Fabrica Studio. This new online design tool is looking to make it even easier to bring your vision to life, both your professional and personal crafts!
How did fast fashion start? And most importantly: what do its past and present tell us about its future? Find out in our simple history of fast fashion.
Fast fashion is designed to make you feel good at first but keep you unhappy in the long run. Don’t believe us? See if any of these sound familiar…
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