Genuinely curious - one of the easiest ways to be more sustainable in your fashion consumption is to alter your existing garments. Why don't more people do it?
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Genuinely curious - one of the easiest ways to be more sustainable in your fashion consumption is to alter your existing garments. Why don't more people do it?
I've been trying to shop more sustainably for years now, but I constantly come across the same issue: I'm petite (5ft2) and thin and dress mainly in simple basics.
I find it virtually impossible to find basics that are designed for small girls, and that is not a 'business casual' vibe with a bunch of cutesy prints and tailored cuts. Unfortunately, I have to keep going back to brands that I don't want to support simply because they actually cater to my size.
Does anyone have any niche sustainable brands that fit small girls and make cute basics?
Hey guys! Curious to know your thoughts on sustainability-forward packaging.
I'm currently looking at EcoEnclose and Better Packaging Co. and would love to hear if anyone has personal experience with either.
I've seen several instances of people complaining about paper mailers not being water-resistant, so I'm aware of that challenge, though I haven't had any issues receiving damaged paper packages myself. I know Kotn uses EcoEnclose recycled paper apparel mailers and found them to be pretty sturdy. I'm also wondering how much of a problem water-resistance is, if you also have water-resistant inner packaging around the clothing itself? IMO, the biggest benefit of these recycled paper mailers is the ease of proper disposal, as they are curbside recyclable for the consumer.
Better Packaging Co. has home compostable mailers that look and feel like poly bags, are sturdy and water resistant, but I'm not sure how practical it actually is for the average consumer to properly dispose of? I worry that most people will toss it in the trash, and even compostable things will not decompose properly in a covered landfill. These also have a 10-month shelf-life.
On the other hand, EcoEnclose has recycled poly mailers that are recyclable with thin film plastics (as in, not curbside recyclable, requires store drop off in most places). Additionally, they offer a take-back program where consumers can mail their poly bags alongside ANY #2 or 4 thin film plastics they may have back to EcoEnclose to be recycled. I'm not sure how many consumers would actually go out of their way to ensure the bag gets properly recycled.
So, whats your opinion? As a small business owner or as a consumer? Which type of packaging would you rather receive?
I just got the essential crew from Kotn, and I'm having an unexpected problem. It seems like no matter what bra I wear under it, it's VERY visible through the fabric. I've never seen a t-shirt with fabric so thin! It isn't too small on me (in fact quite loose), so the cause isn't the fabric being tight. I know it's going to shrink in the wash and get slightly stiffer, but it's so noticeable I'm not sure that will fix it.
Does anyone else have this problem? Do you have to wear a slip top under this shirt (if that's the case, that's very disappointing)? I'm confused because when I look up pictures of the shirt it seems thicker, and I couldn't find other posts of people having the same issue with this shirt/brand.
Brand new to the sub. I love the feel of my Altras (so much so that I bought a second pair). Unfortunately, one is wearing out in the front toe, so I was looking for my next pair to be made by a company who treat their employees ethically and are made with recycled/renewable materials. Any suggestions? The main features I like about my Altras are the "foot shaped" toe box and the cushioning that takes it out of minimalist or barefoot category. Zero or small drop is preferred as well. I have been doing research but my head is starting to swim a bit!
TIA!
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I’m on the hunt for sustainable, ethically sourced shoes that are actually decent for running in. I’m more of a casual runner and do some HIIT style workouts so preferably something I can use for those purposes. I thought allbirds might be the ones but since read real reviews that they’re not great. Any suggestions please?? Thank you.
Hey dudes & dudettes!
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If this interests you, you can download it here:
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Wanted to share news in the fashion industry I saw from the past week. New York is working on act to hold clothing brands more accountable for their negative environmental impacts. https://thehill.com/policy/equilibrium-sustainability/594894-jane-fonda-leonardo-dicaprio-among-backers-of-ny-fashion
In an attempt to make our clothing completely biodegradable, I'm looking for an alternative to polyester thread for stitching clothes. Please comment if anyone has any leads or suggestions.
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Hello everyone,
I understand that self-promotion is usually frowned upon and I do not want to look like that is my only goal in this post. I have recently uploaded a comprehensive video on the basics of sustainable fashion on my YouTube channel Planet Zero. I believe that this content could be of use to people who wish to understand the issues in place today while also learning how to avoid greenwashing and be a wiser consumer of clothing. If anyone is interested in watching, here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0LjNigYHHQ . I hope this information can help educate a wider audience and influence people to shop more sustainably in the future. Thank you all :)
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Hi guys, I've just launched a new sustainable clothing brand with a Scottish photography twist. It's called Falling Leaf Clothing and I quit my job last year to create it to offer affordable, eco-friendly, ethical fashion without the linen, florals and boredom! I'd love it if you could take a look and let me know what you think.
I know a lot of people find sustainable clothing too expensive so hopefully I've pitched the pricing at a more achievable level, and of course the more I sell the lower I can push my pricing! There's always room for improvement so let me know if you spot any opportunities and feel free to ask a bunch of questions :)
Hello! I am looking into certification courses for sustainability reporting in the fashion industry. I am leaning towards GRI reporting, but understand the TCFD, SASB, and others are relevant to the industry. I intend to work in the UK/Europe, and later on in my career intend to move back to North America. Does anyone know which may be most relevant or "respected" for this industry?
For context, I have an MBA in luxury business management but no specific educational background or qualifications in sustainability other than case competitions and consultancy projects from my MBA and online courses from Future Learn and Coursera in sustainability in fashion. I know the basics but would like to improve my reporting knowledge and show some qualification. My previous work experience is in communications and project management, and I hope to align it with sustainability reporting going forward.
Any idea where you can get seamless undies sustainably? Huge mf bonus if it doesn’t have elastic around the leg holes that tries to replicate a tourniquet on your thighs.
I just got an order delivered from Everlane, who uses just paper for packaging. when i lived on the west coast this was fine. a package would show up ripped but my clothing was always fine. now, i live in ohio and my packages sit outside in the snow (thanks for never ringing the doorbell, delivery man). the snow seeps into the package making my clothes wet.
There's gotta be a better way to be sustainable while still taking into account the fact that not everyone has california weather all the time?? does anyone else have this issue with companies trying their hand at sustainable packaging? like i want the environment to thrive but i also don't want to spend $100s on clothing that will show up wet bcuz it's only shipped in paper. i had this same thing happen with & Other Stories, too.
When I did my & Other Stories return, I packaged everything back up in the paper bag like they recommend and took it to my local UPS store. They told me it would rip once it got to the hub and told me to buy a poly shipping bag. Like. It feels like these companies are a bit out of touch with 1. the customers that don't live on the west coast 2. the shipping companies/practices that don't always lend themselves to paper packaging.
I'm at my wits end here haha.
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I’m having a heck of a time finding a bra with padding. My go-to for years has been buying the Soma Enbliss Wireless bras secondhand on Poshmark, but I’d much prefer supporting a sustainable small business. Any recs appreciated! Added a link below to the Soma bra for reference. TIA!!
Does anyone have any tips to brands similar in style to Everlane (but ideally more ethical)? I like their things but paying the tax and duties when ordering stuff to the EU is pain...
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Hi everyone,
For a project, we are looking for people to interview that love both fashion and the planet.
We would really appreciate your time and help :)
Thank you in advance.
I know this might be a stretch but I'm looking for a swimwear brand that's ethical/sustainable but also affordable, I've been trying to find some brands but none are in my price range and I really can't spend $50+ on one bikini right now, but shopping ethically is something that's super important to me. If anyone knows are brands please let me know
Custom/Bespoke swimwear ethically handmade from recycled ocean plastic
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Out of the 40 sessions, at least 3 are of particular interest to purpose-driven brands.
NAMBI-KAI, a sustainable slow fashion brand based in chennai, India. Our garments are made from hand woven fabrics using natural dyes. The brand's Tamil name translate to the hope and trust we have for the future of handmade products. It also holds our love for hand-painted textiles and other sustainable crafts. We also give a new look to crafts and support local artisans and weavers to help them sustain the crafts and practices that have been there for generations.
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I enjoy dressing up and doing cosplays. It’s something I’ve enjoyed doing for years with my friends but I would always just put something together as a “casual cosplay” as long as it looked similar to the character. But lately I’ve been wanting to have costumes to wear that are accurate. This isn’t a one time thing where I’ll never wear it again because I’ll definitely wear it whenever. But all of what I can find are most definitely fast fashion. I try to thrift whenever I can and limit how many clothes I purchase at once. But when it comes to costumes, you really can’t find anything that’s ethically made or at a thrift shop. I feel really guilty when I think about giving into fast fashion brands because I care a lot about being an ethical customer and about the garment workers. So I guess my question is should I leave it and give up on cosplaying even if I’ve wanted this dress for so long or should I just give into it because I know I’ll wear it a lot? I know it’s stupid to ask but I really want it and it’s not something I can sew up myself. I feel like buying it would be neglecting the garment workers though. I’m really on the edge here so if you could help that’d be great.
I saw a winter jacket today in a store and it said it was insulated with recycled plastic bottles. Would such a jacket be warm in winter? It seems unlikely to me?
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Hi everyone, I'm doing some research for my class in University and would love to know if you use sustainable storage options, or wish that there were more options in the market?
As a fashion industry professional with global ties within several sustainable communities, it's time to be informed and clear where we are in this space. I'm here to answer any questions on the subject of sustainability & the future of fashion. I'm here to join the conversation -- selling anything. #AMA
Hello!
I have created and launched my own small bikini business that is sustainably made with recycled materials! I’ve put so much work and love into my first launch and it would mean the world for you to check it out and support a locally woman owned business๐๐ฆ
I'm creating an Instagram account that uses economics to explain what makes fast fashion (well, consumption in general) unsustainable.
I would love your feedback on the images!
Do they make sense, am I missing something, anything specific throwing you off?
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Hi Everyone!
I am looking for women of all body types to try out the PS Collective. I'm tired of brands telling us what our size is and not catering to our bodies and I'm trying to change that. The current system of buying clothes, as you know is wasteful and doesn't take into account our individual needs. The PS Collective is a marketplace that uses technology to curate a shopping experience unique to each shopper. The marketplace is made up of independent, sustainable designers who are either made-to-order or small-batch. We launch in beta on the 22nd within the United States and you can sign up for the waitlist here. We are looking for 100 women in the US to share insights on the site that will help us to perfect the user experience for all women moving forward and bring on more brands that answer your needs. I have included more info below in case you want to learn more.
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Using AI and two pictures from the user as well as a style assessment taken to understand your likes and dislikes we select the best clothing from our independent designers to offer to you as part of a personalized closet. We are a marketplace made up of independent designers across the World, but predominately in the US. We are looking to have petite, plus-size, and other niche clothing options as well as bespoke designers who create the clothing based on your individual measurements. We are working together to try to better the fashion experience for all Women as the fashion industry only caters to the few. The service will not be free, it is $60 a month HOWEVER it will be free for the first 3 months for those who sign up for the beta trial. I am not asking for people to buy anything (although that would be awesome!) I'm asking for honest feedback to be able to offer a service that is in line with your needs. We are not trying to grow right out of the gate, I am truly just asking for sustainable fashion lovers who want a better experience.
PS if you have any independent, sustainable brands you like post them below! We will look to expand the website after we test with the current number of designers.
Are you interested in how to build and manage a sustainable brand? On Thursday 17th February Christina Lampert AKA the Sustennial will be hosting a free workshop walking us through the life cycle stages that typically introduce the most environmental impact and deliver ways to reduce impact in those areas. Christina will also share her first-educator advantage strategy which is a key marketing opportunity for any sustainable brand.
Sign up here if you are interested, would be great to have you there ๐
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**CAN YOU HELP THE CLOTHING / FASHION INDUSTRY TO BE MORE SUSTAINABLE?**
Every year 92 million tons of clothing ends up in landfill. If the fashion industry is going to become more sustainable it is important to understand how people feel about different methods of buying, using and disposing of clothes.
I am a 4th year Business Management student at The University of Edinburgh and I would be very grateful if you could spare some time to participate in a short survey. If you are over 18, please click the link below which will take you to the brief, anonymous survey.
Thank you so much!
https://edinburgh.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9HmB3B1BqWh6Aom
As the title says, I’m new to this sub and looking for a list of brands that folks recommend. Is there a pinned list of sustainable brands available?
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I have a Pinterest board of clothing I'm in love with and finally decided to look into getting a few pieces. The problem is, just about everything I'm actually interested in leads to Aliexpress or an obvious Aliexpress reseller. From what I know, everything there is stolen designs, so I was wondering if anyone knew how to find the original seller? And how to tell the difference between an actual original store and a well designed resell site?
Do you think making digital fashion more widely available will cut down fast fashion consumption? Will it become mainstream?
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Three weeks ago BoF posted an article on how the majority of fashion designers are backing out of fashion week due to the rise of omicron. Its been more than two years since the rise of the Covid-19 pandemic and at the beginning of its third year, things are still not looking up in the catwalk scenes of fashion. And what will happen if another variant occurs in the subsequent year to follow? Is digital fashion week and crypto fashion week going to rise to the occasion for major fashion brands? If so, why is it so bad?
Just wondered what you guys thought about this campaign I saw yesterday - https://fashion-responsibility.fiveofus.com/#/
It is basically a visual interactive page that demonstrates just how much fashion contributes to landfills each year by comparing it to famous landmarks.
Thought I would share it here.