Tag: Green Fashion
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4 things that sustainable, ethical brands have in common
Learn how to detect if a brand truly lives up to its green promise -- or if it's all greenwashing.
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Raven & Crow makes its comfortable, stylish pajamas in Los Angeles
With their deep pockets, elasticized closures, and soft sustainable fabric, you won't want to take these off.
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Modern Meadow's lab-grown leather will debut this fall
Growing leather in a lab resolves animal issues, but what about the environmental effects of tanning?
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Today is National Second-Hand Wardrobe Day!
In honor of this obscure holiday, Verena Erin of The Green Closet offers great suggestions on how to shop efficiently and wisely at your local thrift store.
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Avoid PFCs with eco-friendly outdoor gear and DIY techniques
While these chemicals continue to be the norm in the camping and mountaineering industries, there are some good alternatives.
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Why you should be a proud 'Outfit Repeater'
Stand up to the excessive waste and damage caused by fast fashion by wearing and loving the clothes you already own.
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Loch sunglasses are made of 500-year-old timbers from the Great Lakes
This Canadian eyewear company is showcasing sustainable fashion as its best.
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Allbirds' woolen running shoe is said to be most comfortable in the world
Wool is an ideal material for footwear, with its odor-reducing and moisture-wicking properties, so why hasn't it caught on?
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10 companies making ethical and eco-friendly swimsuits
From recycled yarns to fair-trade sewing to reclaimed fabrics, these swimsuits will make you feel good, both inside and out.
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3 innovative fabrics that could revolutionize fashion
Moving away from resource-intensive cotton and plastic-shedding polyester is feasible with these fascinating, eco-friendly alternatives.
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Sarah Jessica Parker buys only second-hand clothes for her son
Even a fashionista like Parker worries about clothing's effect on the planet and the importance of paying a fair price for quality.
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With Boro, you can rent fancy clothes from strangers
This Toronto-based company brings the sharing economy to fashion.
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Which fabrics are most sustainable?
Learn about a fabric's production and disposal in order to make an informed choice while shopping.
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Norton Point makes stylish sunglasses from recycled ocean plastic
This company proves that plastic waste can be a valuable resource.
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Why you should look for Fairtrade cotton
A new study explores the social and environmental costs of cotton production, and how Fairtrade certification can mitigate these.
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Patagonia's Clean Color collection features plant-based dyes
In a radical move away from synthetic dyes, the Clean Color line features soft earth tones made from food waste, silkworm excrement, and dried beetles.
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Apparel brands need to be more transparent about where clothes come from
A new report called 'Follow the Thread' assesses the willingness of 72 companies to publish important supply chain information.
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10 casual shoes and sandals for vegans
This is fashion with compassion -- beautiful footwear that causes no harm to animals and minimal damage to the planet.
