Found this interesting one. Puzzle Stool.
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Found this interesting one. Puzzle Stool.
Just wondering if there are any non fast fashion alternatives to Zumiez?
I am sharing interesting interviews about how entrepreneurs from around the world have faced the challenges posed by the impact of the Coronavirus crisis.
In this interview, we meet Shayonti Chatterji, the founder of Urban Medley, a Sustainable Fashion Brand that supports the Indian handicrafts and artisans by bringing it to conscious consumers of the global market. She shares what it was like to have started a business on the eve of the lockdown when neither the launch plan nor the marketing plan was prepared for the pandemic. In times when the suppliers from developing countries stopped being able to ship their products, and many bigger brands refused to pay them, Urban Medley continuously supports its suppliers in India despite the financial strain it adds to the business. Shayonti speaks about the decisions she had to make to adapt, modify, and move on; and how the lockdown showed that we were all connected, whether we wanted it or not.
#LockdownEconomy #SustainableDevelopementGoals #AlterContacts #SDGaction35868 #fashion #sustainablefashion
Has anyone heard of this brand and can give me a solid review? They’ve been marketed as sustainable without the high price tag, which is definitely on the lower end of the spectrum from what I can see. I read on their site that they’ve reduced most of their use of synthetic fabrics and switched to linen/lyocell. It’s a Singaporean brand so I haven’t seen a US base on them much, but they’ve popped up on my IG.
Setting goals can feel so overwhelming. During the pandemic, so many people have reached out to me about starting sustainable and ethical brands. I am fielding on average about 5 calls from startups per day. And, that is amazing that this movement is becoming so popular and that people want to participate in it.
But, the one thing I see every startup struggling with is feeling overwhelmed at the monumental task of starting a brand, and making sure everything is up to the highest sustainable and ethical standards. So, here is a free goal setting worksheet and guide.
My personal goal with virtue + vice is to continue to give as much free content from my 11 years in the fashion industry as possible in order to support small brands and startups that want to make a big change in the world.
Do you practice goal setting? What goals are you working on now?
https://shopvirtueandvice.com/blogs/news/self-accountability-smart-plan-goals
I became interested in Sustainable Fashion a few weeks ago after reading “The Conscious Closet”. I actually ended up writing a blog post about some of the stuff I read about: 5 Ways you can reduce your Closet’s Environmental Impact
Anyways, I’m interested in learning more about this topic from others as well. What are some great instagram accounts that talk about Sustainable Fashion that I should follow?
Thanks!
Hello!
I'm new to posting on reddit, I created this account to ask for your help and advice. So, apologies in advance if this isn't very smooth.
My situation; I have been wanting to start my own clothing line for many years and it's really important to me that it is sustainable and ethical. After getting really in control of my mental health for the first time in my adult life and a huge physical move, I am finally ready, confident and capable. I am sourcing all of my fabric from companies that can provide me with proof of certification (GOTS seems to be the most common). I am trying to use local small businesses, ensuring everything from the sketchbooks I use, the thread in my machine to the tissue paper inside my home-compostable packaging is sustainable. I have done a lot of research over the last 2 years but I know I have a lot more to do- I will never stop, my goal is to be an expert in my field.
A hugely important part of all of this for me is that I am transparent and honest. That means I'm happy to admit I'm not perfect, that I'm one person on my own right now and I don't have all the answers. I know I'll probably get something wrong but I am also terrified I will. This is where I'm asking for advice; exactly what do you want to see from a fledgling, independent, sustainable brand? What do you look for as concrete proof that a company is working with sustainability and fair pay as its core values? Greenwashing is becoming more and more of a problem as sustainable fashion picks up in popularity and I want to start strong, true and brutally honest.
I don't know if this is at all helpful but just in case; I'm location in Berlin, I plan to sell online and approach boutique stores at some point in the not so far future with long term view of owning my own flagship boutique bricks and mortar store.
Please, if there is a more suitable subreddit for me to post this in I would love any and all input. Thank you for reading this unnecessarily long post :)
I work at an Amour Vert retail location and due to the riots and pandemic business has been very bad. If anyone here is interested in learning about the brand or purchasing items you’ve seen on the site, please feel free to contact me by replying or following my Instagram @sustainablestyle.sm
I am so grateful to have a job right now and that the company is trying to make a difference but I fear that our location may be forced to close if we continue without sales. Green lovers unite. Thanks ya’ll for taking the time to read this.
I'm thinking about picking up a pair of shoes from them (https://www.panafrica-store.com/en/) and just wanted to know if anyone had experience with their quality and comfort.
Hey there! So I'm searching for a post-graduation program after I graduate this summer. Let me start by some context, so I'm an indian, studying fashion designing at a local university. I wish to do my post graduation abroad (duh)and have been going through a lot of programs offered , what I want is a curriculum which offers a lot of research towards sustainability but also enhances my creativity. When I started as a first year student all I wanted was to design but right at this point what I'm really gravitating towards is improvement and development. I want to make pretty and fabulous clothes but knowing that I am making a difference and they are not ruining the world we live in.so to conclude would really appreciate if you people could suggest such programs that is sustainability based but also design driven and cheap because I don't want to be broke after 2 year , spending my development years paying loans .
It seems that the sustainable fashion industry is very heavily dominated by women-owned businesses making women’s clothes (awesome that women-led businesses are becoming more prevalent), BUT I’m a guy that wants guy clothing.
Are there any sustainable fashion brands geared more towards men? I’m looking for basics (socks, underwear, t-shirts, pants) as well as jewelry. For extra info, my style favors durable, thicker fabrics. I like camping a lot and want to be able to wear them camping.
From what I’ve found so far, many of the brands look like something I could find at H&M (thin, cheaper looking/feeling fabrics, incredibly loud graphics)
Bonus points if they are a small brand in the U.S!
I’m not sure if this is allowed, and please remove if it is! I promise I’m not some bot or “influencer” from Coursera
I wanted to feel productive during quarantine, and I found a course on Coursera called “Sustainable Fashion”, and I was psyched. It’s way more business heavy than I thought, but still semi-easy to follow. I highly recommend it if you have the time! I learned way more than I thought I would from an online class
A ton of articles disprove this:
Here's a link to the article in question by USA Today
Hey guys!
First I would like to say that this is all done out of our own accord with zero budget.
We are organizing a webinar target at students about sustainability. I will take place tomorrow 8pm CET. (You can see the time for your timezone in the fb event)
We are lucky enough to have Nottingham Trent University's sustainability team give a talk on how we can all live more responsible and less wasteful lives.
The event will progress from discussing basic concepts of sustainability to understanding what has been done to create a greener future for students. The event will end with the opportunity for people to share their experiences and propose new projects that they can take back to university or the workplace.
Our team will provide feedback and guidance on your ideas and help push them forward. The open discussion is an important part of the event and we hope that you join us and engage with people from all over the world on sustainability issues facing us all. If you don't want to get involved in the chat that's cool as well, with the knowledge you'll gain we hope you can still feel confident enough to go and kickstart your sustainability legacy.
Here is the link to the facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/737688877079582
Hi, all. I make my own jewelry, but just recently have I become increasingly interested in sustainable fashion. I'm wondering if anyone here has some recommendations for resources that sell ethically sourced beads/gems/etc.
Also, forgive my ignorance, but is there a different between "fair trade" and "ethically sourced?" What should I be on the lookout for when reviewing company ethics?
FYI, I've posted this in r/jewelrymaking with no reccommendations so far.
I want to make a career change and I’m considering going back to school to get my masters in this field. Are there any members who have advice for people just starting out? Any helpful resources, specific schools/degrees or other miscellaneous info for an interested party? Thank you!
I am trying to start slowly buying one piece of better clothing from ethical and sustainable brands at a time instead of buying a bunch of cheaper, shitty clothes.
Thing is, I've spent hours looking at sustainable fashion brands and find almost all I see to be very ugly imho. It all looks so boxy, shapeless, baggy, and bland. I've looked at dozens of brands. I can't be the only one who thinks this? I'm not trying to bash these great brands, and I also don't hate "basics"/capsule.
I'm thinking of trying to find good brands, but that are perhaps more common on resale sites from real people like poshmark and mercari. What brands should I try to find?
Shopping irl at thrift stores was always my go-to, but I don't want to do that now because of covid, and also, I want to start owning some really sturdy pieces.
I'm looking for some sustainable men's underwear. i would like to know what affordable places you prefer to get them if any.
I would just like any sugestions but if you want specific details: preferably bamboo based but anything of fair quality and low enviourmental impact is good. Affordable, I don't want to spend much more than 20 dollars on average per piece including shipping. I would like to have it delivered in the US, so anything manufactured on the north american continent to reduce shipping impact is prefered if possible.
I'm looking for a lot on a limited budget so I'm looking to way my options and go for whatever meets the most criteria in a reasonable price range, even if it doesn't meet all.
https://forms.gle/cADaSkfB6gdExH397
This survey is anonymous and your answers will not be shared with anyone, so please feel secure in giving your open and honest feedback.
This survey should take less than five minutes to complete.
Like many people all over the world, COVID quarantine meant more DIY in my life. The first big change was cooking for myself every night instead of eating out, the second was discovering new hobbies to fill my time. A DIY food-based dye had always been on my list of things to do, but until now I had never had time. So, I spent months collecting onion skins every night from dinner, made a dye, and was able to revamp an old duster I had in the back of my closet - taking it from stained and slobby to something I now get tons of compliments on. I didn't realize just how easy at home dying can be. If I had I would have started doing it sooner. Seriously if you can boil water, you can probably do this. I would totally recommend for anyone looking to upcycle their clothes and get more life out of them. Does anyone have any other natural dye recommendations that I should try next? I am thinking maybe avocado pits.
https://shopvirtueandvice.com/blogs/conscious-shopping/onion-skin-dye-easiest-diy-tutorial
These guys are not snorkeling around : )) they are actually an international charity and global diving team specialized in ghostgear cleanups. They literally clean up our oceans by diving and picking up trash (mostly fishnets). Helping to rescue and recover marine life! You can check them up here:
Collected fishnets and other plastic waste, are cut and dried. Ready to be delivered and regenerated into nylon yarn called ECONYL® nylon. Regenerated nylon process helps to reduce 80% of global warming impact compared with the nylon produced from oil!
Big brands, like Stella McCartney, Adidas and Speedo, Levi's or Breitling, have been used ECONYL® nylon and I could guess the main reason are the prices. The fabrics made from ECONYL® nylon not cheap, but they are simply EXPLOSIVE! Personally, I support it and totally agree with it, since a sustainable chain should follow a fair price for everybody.
I believe a sustainable fashion culture is based on a fair market, balanced by work recognition and the added value to the world. And that is balancing our behavior as consumers, supporting sustainable fashion brands. It’s impossible not to be more positive about how the world is changing when you see final products like this:
Cheers!
Hello everyone! Looking for some input on a topic that I am hoping to turn into my final master's project. If anyone is a woman between 45-65 years old people consider voicing your thoughts about representation of women 45-65 years old in the fashion industry. Thank you!
You know the type I mean. Got loads of good sustainable and ethical brands for basics but for the sexier stuff I have no idea where to go. Anyone got ideas?? (UK based is ideal)
Is buying from fast fashion okay if you only do it once every year or two. I've only recently been trying to understand how I can participate in sustainable fashion and I keep clothes for a long period of time (2yrs+) or just until they are unwearable counts as sustainable fashion. and final question is reusing/repurposing parts of clothes to make other clothes or whatever count as well?
hi everyone! I just heard about this super cool fashion brand called Almost There. They are all about sustainability and body positivity, made in LA. [Almost There ](www.instagram.com/shopalmostthere) Their clothing is made with Hemp, Organic Cotton, and Deadstock. Also, they have partnered with One Tree Planted and for every dress purchase, a tree is planted ππππ this a cool brand to support if you are trying to find sustainable & inclusive brands to shop from.
Hey All,
I have a project that I'm excited to put in front of you.
As an introduction, I'm due to launch a new angle to help curb the fast fashion problem we face as a planet with a team of creatives based out of Manchester Uk. Looking to start a revolution in fashion by printing onto old tees with new designs. We're testing our unconventional circular fashion model and would love to get feedback from the community on the idea..
We do have a test site that explains the concept in more detail but the crux of our business model is above.
Thanks
Sam
I’ve seen roller skates becoming really big and trendy right now, I’m not sure if I’m going to get them or not, but if I did does anybody know a sustainable place? Or would I have to buy some shoes from a sustainable shop and make them myself for that? Thank you!
Hello,
I hope everyone is okay with me posting this here!
Let me introduce myself, I am a masters level student from Glasgow. I am currently undertaking my research thesis. My research consists of exploring consumers' perceived barriers for clothing rental companies setting up a business in Scotland.
You may already be aware of companies such as Hire Street, My Wardrobe HQ or Rent the Runway for example, who currently provide these services.
I have attached a short survey with some further details. If this is something you think may interest you and you are keen to get involved, at the end of the survey you will be invited to take part in a short focus group at a later date. All I ask is that you are currently living in Scotland.
Please feel free to share this with anyone you think this may be of interest to.
Many thanks
Hi reddit!
Me (19F) and my friend (19F)are trying to start a sustainable clothing brand we would love to have some of your input!
Here is the link: https://forms.gle/mqbwwdhQKra1yAHn6 It would take about 5 minutes to complete. The data collected will stay anonymous and won't be shared with anyone else.
This is our first time trying to start a brand so we would appreciate any tips/advice! Also, we would love to discuss what you are looking for in a sustainable brand in the form below!
Thank you so much!!!
Alicia
I am really disappointed by the ethical and sustainable fashion communities' silence on SHEINS swastika necklace.
Sorry, but I’m not sorry, I find it just a touch hypocritical that members of the community will go on campaigns to have companies that use the word kimono put out of business because it is “violent” (which, by the way, to date, calling a garment a kimono has never lead to any sort of bloodshed), yet they won't say a word when swastikas (which actively represent millions of deaths – 11 million to be exact) are being not only sold but actively advertised on Jewish peoples feeds.
Where is the support?
This article covers everything, from the appropriation of the swastika by Nazis, to antidotals of times in China explaining what Jewish people are, to interactions with ethical fashion supporters who don't count anti-semitism as racism.
Since it is summer we wanted to share the list of sustainable swimwear labels we've compiled. Let us know if there are any brands missing!
https://www.cohia.co/post/the-ultimate-list-of-sustainable-ethical-swimwear
Hi all,
we have recently launched the first version of Earthly and would love to get your feedback onboard.
Check it out: https://www.joinearthly.org/
Our extension replaces your blank new tab with a sleeker tab that features imagery of the planet, tips and call-to-actions on how to reduce one's footprint or support environmental initiatives. It is supported by non-intrusive ads which make our mission possible.
Every 10 tabs we offset 1kg of CO2e via Gold Standard.
We are currently supporting:
Look forward to your feedback!
I've been making cotton and silk mask with a nonwoven polypropylene liner. These mask are hand washable and reusable. I've been thinking about making something all natural. Would you consider a mask of multiple layers of silk and cotton eco-friendly and safe to wear? Why or why not?
I love j-fashion and a lot of colourful bright clothing, and I'm plus sized. I stopped buying from the big fast fashion brands a long time ago, but I don't think a lot of my current clothes come from truly sustainable sources. It's disheartening to find brands I like then discovering they don't have my size. Thrifting cute clothes in my size can be pretty difficult as well.
Please recommend some kawaii, sustainable fashion brands that have sizes bigger than 2x please!
Interviewed a cool sustainable silk brand, but I know that not everyone feels the same way. So, I'd like to learn more about why people do and do not consider silk to be sustainable.
Does anyone know if the glue on iron on patches is vegan or is it typically case by case?
Please take a few minutes to complete my survey - thank you!!
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I've been trying to shop more sustainably and with greater thought into the life time of my clothing. Lately I've been to find pants for myself that fall in line with my values but I am having trouble finding pants that run larger than a size 40. I'm a size 46/48 depending on the brand of Jean I buy.
I'm Josh looking for some options that people have run across. Price isn't an issue at this point so any option of welcome. I'm open to all options.
Any help is greatly appreciated.
@boohoo I re-wrote your statement for you. . https://www.instagram.com/p/CCbN4uXHulV/?igshid=bdsjfsdxuou6
Hi ladies! I'm in the early stages of creating a destination-inspired sustainable clothing line and I'd love your inputs on womenswear and dresses π
I'd be so grateful if you can take this survey below and vote on my initial design sketches so we can create something you love! THANK YOU! π
I’ve turned to online shopping during the pandemic (as I’m sure many of us have). Gone are the days of rooting through the racks at Uptown Cheapskate and Goodwill.
It’s been MONTHS since I’ve bought a new article of clothing, which is a very long time for me.
Its overwhelming to look through the enormous and seemingly never ending inventories of companies like ThredUP and the Real Real. Not to mention, ThredUP’s website really needs a makeover (does anyone else agree that all of the clothes advertised look wrinkly and faded?? Is it just the lighting?)
I’ve also tried Poshmark and Depop but it seems like most people are reselling brand new items at full price. WHERE ARE ALL OF THE PRE-LOVED ITEMS??
I think what I’m looking for is a smaller-time seller of secondhand items. One example is the online store at cultblonde.com , but her sizing is limited and is generally too small for me.
Do any of you know of small secondhand online stores? Preferably in the US because international shipping seems like a mess with COVID.
THANK YOU AND HAPPY THRIFTING <3
The title says it all. Ideally, second hand.
I am trying to find a sustainable option for a suit in Canada with no luck. Does anyone know a sustainable men's formal wear brand? I'm in Vancouver where it's typically easy to find sustainable fashion, but I haven't had any luck. I checked with luxury resale stores here too, but nothing was my size. I checked luxury retailers (Nordstrom, Holt Renfrew, Hudson's Bay, Indochino) and all of the typical brands that I order from with no luck. The closest I could find was a jacket from Simons (https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/jackets/semi-slim-fit/organic-cotton-and-linen-jacket-london-fit-semi-slim--7106-83260?catId=bh-6731&colourId=41), but I was hoping for a factory certification and would like matching pants. Thank you!
InStyle just featured The Fashion Advocate in the TOP FIVE ONLINE STORES GLOBALLY for ethical and sustainable fashion! Booyah!
“Shopping sustainably is no longer a trend, but rather a necessity for many when trying to find the perfect addition to a wardrobe. Luckily, the fashion industry has begun making serious changes to the way it produces and manufactures clothing - putting some major environmental, ethical, and sustainable values first when it comes to new collections and designs.
Equally as lucky, many of the online shops that stock those brands know all too well that consumers are more conscious than ever, which is why many of fashion's biggest online sites have founded conscious edits to help cater to the growing demand. Now shoppers can select from curated edits based on values - from charitable endeavors, the use of eco-friendly materials, fair production, and animal-friendly practices - allowing us to think less and trust the shopping experience.
After all, Australians are leading the way in eco-conscious shopping with the search for sustainable clothing up by a staggering 110%, according to findings by global fashion search platform Lyst.
Below, we've rounded up the largest online fashion retailers who have curated edits online, so you can shop easy knowing the brands and pieces that are making the effort to create a more sustainable and eco-conscious world.”
Check it out: https://www.instylemag.com.au/online-shopping-sites-with-sustainability-edits
Or shop directly: https://thefashionadvocate.com/
Anybody know of or want to make a discord group to trade and sell/buy used clothes? I feel like it is a good way to give old clothing another life and buy sustainable clothes.
Looking for a website to buy an ethically made and environmentally conscious bikini. All the websites I’ve found seem to only have full coverage one pieces and tankinis. Anything a lil sluttier?
What’s the overall opinion on using bleach to customise clothes?
Hey folks, looking for brands that play a big role in saving pollinator population like bees and butterflies etc.
Looking for very transparent brands that are also ethically sourced preferably.
Thanks!
Hey Everyone,
In January my boyfriend and I drove out to Portugal to start up a vegan/sustainable and ethical footwear brand TRASH PLANET. We were sick of being greenwashed by other brands and couldn’t find any sustainable and Vegan footwear options that suited our style. We felt like the only way to honestly and sustainably set up the business was to move as close to our manufacturer (in Portugal) and work one on one with them so we could oversee every process of setting up the supply chain etc. We released our first style ‘Franco’ last month on our website https://www.trashplanet.co.uk/ . Franco sits at 75.5% recycled, made from fabrics such as canvas from recycled ocean plastic, lining made from recycled plastic bottles and corn waste, biodegradable insoles made from wood fibres and soles made from 70% recycled rubber waste from the fashion industry. We have actually only just managed to return from Portugal due to Covid-19, our 3 month business trip turned into a 6 month ordeal - so I am currently in 14 day self-isolation as i’m writing this.
From the beginning we always knew we wanted to create a style of footwear that would work really well with artist collaborations so we could also create limited styles in aid of different charities and organisations we felt really passionately about. We launched our first artist collaboration online last week, in aid of two charities supporting Black communities. We teamed up with three awesome independent artists who have created their own take on our newest trainer style ‘Billie’. Each artist has chosen a charity to support and we are selling raffle tickets to win the trainers for £10, of which all the proceeds will be donated to the charities selected by the artists. The charities selected are Black Minds Matter UK and a fundraiser to build an African Caribbean Culture venue in Bristol. If you’d like to support these charities and be in with the chance of winning one of the custom made collaboration shoes - you can donate and read more here - https://www.trashplanet.co.uk/collections/trash-planet-artist-collaboration
I’d love to hear your thoughts. And any support is greatly appreciated! We have tried to be fully transparent on our website and you can read all about our ethics, fabrics and other projects we are supporting such as reforesting a rainforest in Madagascar on the website too. You can also find out more about Trash Planet on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trashplanetofficial/
Thank you,
Holly x
I just purchased my first items off of a sustainable fashion website. And I am so glad I did:) I know it’s not much, I just feel proud because I am surrounded by fast fashion.
I know theyre vegan - but does anyone know the current state of vans environmental policy and labour standards?
Hi guys!
Recently launched my sustainable brand with a friend @satinandlinen !!!
Anyone has suggestion on sustainable packaging practices?
Thank you!
Does anyone have any recommendations?
Check out Slow Fashion Season 2020 by the amazing collaction.org!
Conscious Choices:
https://www.collaction.org/crowdactions/slow-fashion-season-2020/174
Besides thrift stores****
I’m trying to purchases some basics (t-shirts, tanks, pants) in nude, white, brown, and black. Anyone know of any brands that aren’t for the super rich only ? ππ
I’m 19 but I like to dress somewhat modestly. I like to look put together, and wear simple things that are flattering but good quality. More of a minimalist style.