Does anyone have experience shopping at Rat Boi? I've seen their name mentioned on this sub a few times but I don't see any certifications on their website and none of their clothing is actually 100% cotton.
Get on up that soapbox and let us have it. Be civil and mind the rules.
A recurring thread for talking about things related to sustainable fashion. Be nice.
I want to get into knitting/sewing. Is buying yarn/fabric from somewhere like FABSCRAP enough? If not, what else should I be doing?
Edit: I don't want to buy standard (new?) stuff. I want to buy recycled or biodegradable materials, with emphasis on the former. That's my gut instinct, at least.
Personally, I’d rather spend more on a few well-made pieces than keep replacing cheaper clothes every year.
If a jacket, trousers or even a good shirt could genuinely hold its shape, colour and quality for 5–10 years, I think paying a premium makes sense.
The difficult part is knowing which brands are actually selling better quality and which are simply charging more for the label.
Would you pay ₹15k–₹20k for one piece that lasts years, or buy several cheaper alternatives instead?
Because the most sustainable clothing is what already exists, show off your thrifted pieces here!
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There are so many brands calling themselves sustainable in the alternative space right now, but honestly, a lot of them don’t feel any different from fast fashion once you actually get the clothes. The tag says ethical, but the fabric feels the same and the stitching starts pilling after three wears.
I’m looking for alternative clothing brands where the quality is actually better. Not just ethically made, but something you can feel when you hold it. Better fabrics, more thoughtful construction, stuff that feels like it’s built to last.
Does that actually exist in the goth/alt space?
Hey all, looking for suggestions of ethical & sustainable options for workout leggings that are available in physical stores in Europe or the US. Looking for a fabric that's nice and sturdy so it will stay opaque during squats and not immediately get destroyed by thigh chafing. With pockets. Bike shorts length if they're shorts, 7/8 or "short" sizing available if they're full length because I'm not tall :)
My go-to used to be Patagonia's Maipo tights and shorts, but (a) some horrible customer service experiences and (b) my most recent purchases seeming to be of lower quality make me want to try other options when my next few pairs give out. I find it difficult to discover new brands using resources like goodonyou since very few of the ones listed are available in physical retail stores. And almost no sustainable brands have any presence in my country, so gotta be something that I can try on and buy in-person next time that I'm in a better-supplied country.
Thank you!
