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Author name: Lexy Silverstein

most clothing labeled as compostable is not safe or realistic to compost at home and fashion doesn’t always make that clear.

Can You Really Compost Clothing at Home? What Sustainable Fashion Brands Aren’t Telling You

What Fashion Isn’t Telling You Yet You’ve probably seen the videos: a brand representative digging a hole in their backyard, burying a T-shirt, and promising it’ll decompose into nothing. Six months later, they dig it up and it’s gone. Proof, right? Not quite. Sustainable fashion TikTok and Instagram are full of these claims right now. […]

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Green Your Pet’s Wardrobe: The Environmental Cost of Dressing Up Your Dog

I love a dog in a sweater as much as the next person. My Yorkie, Scarlett, has a drawer dedicated to her wardrobe. But here’s the thing nobody talks about when we’re scrolling through Instagram feeds of pets in tiny outfits…pet fashion has the exact same sustainability problems as human fashion. Same synthetic materials, same

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Thrifting: Should People Who Can Afford Retail Prices Thrift?

Is the Gentrification of Thrifting Bad? There’s a big debate these days about whether or not the popularity or “gentrification” of thrifting is bad. Many people on social media and even in the media have three basic criticisms for influencers who are thrifting: Thrifters Can Be Shamed If They Are Not Low-Income “With an increase

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Lexy Silverstein, Sustainable Fashion Advocate

Are the Most Iconic Jeans on Earth Sustainable?

I’m talking about Levi’s, a denim brand that’s nearly 170 years old with the single most recognizable garment of clothing in the world. But the big question… Is Levi’s Sustainable? Short answer, no. Longer answer, they’re working on it. I’ve been following this brand for a while. Sustainability is definitely not a new topic for

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Aldo Sollazzo and Lexy Silverstein talk about sustainable fashion solutions

This Fabric Actually Absorbs CO2 From the Air — Meet the Material Innovation Changing Sustainable Fashion

Imagine you’re sitting on a public bench in Barcelona. Normal enough. Except that bench is quietly pulling CO2 out of the air around you. Or you’re looking at a building going up in Dubai — 45,000 square meters of it — and the paint on its exterior is actively absorbing pollutants from the air. Or

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Lexy Silverstein, Clean Fashion Advocate

Is Uniqlo Sustainable? The Real Truth Behind the Company

They’re putting in the effort, no doubt, but there’s MUCH room for improvement. So short answer – no! But let me dive into the important details. How Uniqlo Started? Uniqlo was founded in 1949 in Hiroshima, Japan, and in recent years has evolved into a global brand. The company is renowned for its commitment to high-quality,

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Before sustainable fashion was a trend, one researcher asked harder questions. Here's why Kate Fletcher's work still matters — and what it means for how you shop today.

Who Invented Sustainable Fashion? Meet Kate Fletcher — The Researcher Who Changed Everything

There’s a version of sustainable fashion history that gets told a lot. It involves Instagram aesthetics, capsule wardrobes, celebrities with tote bags. It’s clean, it’s marketable, and it skips over the person who actually did the foundational intellectual work before any of that existed. Her name is Kate Fletcher. And if you haven’t heard of

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Thrift LA: Your Guide to Second-hand & Vintage Stores

Thrifting in Los Angeles is an adventure waiting to happen. Each neighborhood offers a unique shopping experience, from trendy vintage finds in Silver Lake to high-end consignment treasures in West Hollywood. Whether you’re a seasoned thrifter or a curious beginner, this guide will take you through the best spots in different areas of LA, helping

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