The fabric of the future could be created in a lab, made to disintegrate faster without leaching dangerous chemicals into the earth as it breaks down. A small but growing group of innovators are trying to stop the wastefulness and pollution right at the source, by developing a new way to produce fabric. Making material, …
Is SHEIN Sustainable? No, SHEIN is not sustainable – matter of fact they are accused of having completely unsustainable business practices due to their negative environmental impact, questionable labor practices and lack of transparency. SHEIN is the largest fast fashion company in the world, making thousands of new clothing items every single day. Shein either causes or at the very least enables hyperconsumerism. Consumers today buy 5 times more clothing than they did in the 1980s.
Let’s set the scene: You’re graduating. You’ve worked hard, aced (or survived) exams, and now you’re ready to strut across that stage, cap perched jauntily on your head, gown billowing behind you like a superhero’s cape. But after the ceremony? That cap and gown are heading straight to the back of your closet—or worse, the …
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Funky pants are the holy grail of all 2021 trends. When I say funky, I mean one-of-a-kind, original, CRAZY. Pants that you literally could wear nothing else and the outfit would be complete just because of the pants, although I probably don’t recommend doing that. I’m talking about statement pants. I’m talking argyle, clover, basketweave, …
Unraveling the Threads: The Dark Side of Fast Fashion Exposed in the Brandy Hellville Documentary Lexy Silverstein, Sustainable Fashion Advocate
You would think it would be. Cotton is a natural fabric that’s biodegradable, it’s a renewable resource, and it’s soft, breathable and comfortable. That all sounds awesome right? Not so fast. While cotton is a naturally occurring fiber, in order for us to turn it into something we can use for clothing or other products, …
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I had been thinking about the word “sustainable” myself and after reading articles about Mara Hoffman, it’s got me nodding in agreement. “Sustainable Fashion” – it’s a term we toss around like a hot potato, but honestly, it’s starting to feel a bit… stale. Nothing is totally sustainable. It’s like chasing a rainbow that keeps moving – you can run towards it, but you can’t quite reach it. Not yet, anyway.
Since Black people make up 15% of the US population, The Fifteen Percent Pledge is asking retailers to pledge at least 15% of their shelf-space to Black-owned businesses.
Sustainable Fashion: How to be fashionable and not impact the environment.
New Trend: Fashionistas are Buying Quality and Repairing instead of Replacing The repair industry is booming. That’s a great thing for the sustainable fashion movement. More and more consumers are turning to their local tailor for a quick fix rather than throwing out their clothes that have seen better days. It’s no longer considered an …
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Thrift Bundles: Let Me Thrift for You. Or Style Your Thrifted Items
The Pollution Titans First up, let’s talk about the #1 — fossil fuels. No shocker here, right? This sector is the Godzilla of pollution, belching out a whopping 40.5 gigatons of CO2 in 2022 alone. Despite the clear knowledge of its impact, breaking up with coal, oil, and gas seems harder than ending a toxic …
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In a twist that could only be described as ironic, I, a vocal advocate for sustainable fashion, received an email from SHEIN, the fast fashion giant, asking “me” to collaborate with them. The email read:
“Good day! We at SHEIN are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest clothing brand, and we couldn’t help but notice your exceptional style and passion for fashion. After carefully reviewing your profile, we believe you possess the qualifications for an exciting collaboration with us.”
What the what????
What’s PACT’s Sustainability Plan?
Well, according to the sustainability experts over at Good On You and The Sustainable Review, Pact is doing pretty well. On the sustainability report card, they score a 3 out of 5 for the planet, a 4 out of 5 for people, and another 3 out of 5 for animals.
All FIDM students and anyone in the fashion industry should be appalled at this partnership and protest it by signing this petition, calling on FIDM to end the SHEIN partnership and to partner with a sustainable fashion brand. FIDM and SHEIN announced a partnership for a new scholarship program and curriculum for students called SHEIN …
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In the world of fast fashion, few brands have risen as rapidly as SHEIN. With its trendy designs and affordable prices, it’s no wonder the brand has captured the hearts of many. But for sustainable fashion advocate Lexy Silverstein, there’s a darker side to this success story.
The Fast Fashion Phenomenon
Fast fashion, characterized by rapid production cycles and cheap materials, has revolutionized the fashion industry. Brands like SHEIN have mastered this model, churning out new designs at lightning speed. But at what cost? Lexy argues that the environmental and ethical price tags attached to these garments are far too high.