YES, Zappos is one of the companies that comes closest to being able to be classified as a “sustainable company”. They committed to social responsibility and supporting its local community. Their socially responsible philosophy is what makes the company truly unique. The company believes that sustainability is crucial to their business and the planet. The …
If you go to Reformation’s website, the company brags; Being naked is the #1 most sustainable option. We’re #2. Brilliant marketing and actually it isn’t greenwashing. I’m not saying they are #2, but they are the real deal, a brand that is definitely more sustainable. So short answer – yes! Reformation is a more sustainable …
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.
It’s National Handbag Day: The Guide to Sustainable Handbags.
here are some tips for being more sustainable when buying or collecting handbags:
Okay, let’s just get this out of the way: One of my goals in life is to destroy Shein’s business model. Not out of spite but because it’s built on a foundation of environmental wreckage, worker exploitation, and clothes that barely survive a spin cycle. Oh — and did I mention the toxic chemicals? According …
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Okay, so I didn’t plan on becoming an alpaca person, but after a day at Black Barn Alpacas farm in Maryland, I’m hooked. Honestly, I’m not sure if I want one… or an entire herd. We met a baby alpaca that was just two hours old, already walking—and even occasionally running—around like a tiny, fleece-wrapped …
Spoiler alert: Maybe. But it’s going to take more than just fancy science. Let’s start with a little bit of hope — and some serious textile wizardry. Turning Old Textiles into New Fibers A team of scientists at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, led by textile chemical engineer Yiqi Yang, developed a first-of-its-kind chemical recycling system …
Once upon a time, Forever 21 was the ultimate fast fashion empire—trendy, affordable, and absolutely everywhere. You could roll into one of their way-too-bright stores, grab a $10 dress that kind of looked like something straight off a designer runway, and feel like you just hacked fashion. But now? Forever 21 is on its last …
Forever 21’s Collapse Signals a Turning Point for Fast Fashion—What Comes Next? Read More »
Red carpets have long been synonymous with opulence and extravagance, often showcasing outfits worn once and then forgotten. However, this year, sustainability took center stage as celebrities embraced vintage, archival, and reworn fashion, proving that glamour and eco-consciousness can go hand in hand. The Environmental Toll of Fashion The fashion industry has a significant environmental …
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, …
STOP shopping at SHEIN for all your clothing needs, especially during the high-demand times of rush and formals.
Sustainable fabrics have little-to-no impact on the environment. It’s fabric that is natural, recycled or biodegradable. In order for the fabric to be truly sustainable the entire production process from sourcing to sale to extending the lifespan through recycling should be considered. Such as: What Types of Fabrics are Sustainable? There are basically two types …
Remix Market looks like one of those cute little boutiques you’d find on your beach vacation or in a touristy town like Charleston or Savannah. But it’s actually a secondhand store in Warrenton, Virginia. When you first walk in, honestly you’ll be shocked to find out all the little treasures in this store were someone …
What is Microblading? Microblading is a semi-permanent tattoo for your eyebrows that gives the illusion of real hair, and thus thicker, fuller brows. I recently went to get my eyebrows microbladed at BeautyBoss in Westfield Montgomery Mall. This was such a fun experience. I can’t wait to tell you guys all about. When I first …
The famous “Sex and the City” star, Sarah Jessica Parker is not only thrifting in real life, but her character, Carrie Bradshaw, is wearing second hand clothes in the SITC reboot, “Just Like That…”.
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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