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Lexy Silverstein

Lexy Silverstein at the Grand Canyon

Mara Hoffman: Redefining the Fashion Industry’s Approach to Sustainability

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.

Lexy Silverstein Advocates Against Fast Fashion Giant SHEIN

SHEIN’s Offer to a Sustainable Fashion Advocate. Oh The Irony

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????

Sage Hill School’s Reimagined Fashion Upcycling Club

Sage Hill’s Reimagined Fashion Show: A Celebration of Sustainable Style

As I stepped into Sage Hill School’s Black Box theater, I was immediately struck by the energy and creativity that filled the room. I was there as a guest speaker for the school’s Reimagined Fashion Upcycling Club’s second annual fashion show, “Deja Vu Through the Decades.” The excitement was palpable, and as a sustainable fashion …

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Lexy Silverstein

The High-Flying Controversy: Taylor Swift, Private Jets, and the Real Climate Change Culprits 

In the world of celebrities, actions and lifestyles are magnified, often becoming the subject of public scrutiny and, at times, the ire of environmental activists. The latest to come under the lens is Taylor Swift, whose private jet usage has soared into a heated debate. The criticism hinges on her jet’s carbon emissions – reportedly …

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Sustainable Fashion Advocate Lexy Silverstein

3D Printing Could Revolutionize the Fashion Industry 

Being surrounded by runway glitz and glam of the recent fashion weeks, you can’t help but wonder about the dark side of fashion—the fast fashion frenzy that’s devouring our planet. We’ve all fallen victim to the lure of trendy, cheap clothes, but at what cost? It’s a critical question that’s been hanging over the industry …

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FIDM Should END Partnership with SHEIN, a Global Fast Fashion Company

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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Lexy Silverstein Sustainable Fashion Advocate

SHEIN’s Global Ambitions: A Fast Fashion Empire’s Expansion and Its Environmental Footprint

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.

Chuks Collins’ ‘Nné’: A Runway Show in Sustainable and Empowering Fashion

Chuks Collins‘ ‘Nné’ collection at New York Fashion Week was more than a display of fashion; it was a bold statement about the future of sustainable, empowering design. The show captured the audience’s attention with its vibrant celebration of culture, sustainability, and social change. Each piece in the collection embodied Collins’ deep connection to his …

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Breaking New Ground: How France's Bold Move Against Fast Fashion Could Spark Global Change

How France’s Bold Move Against Fast Fashion Could Spark Global Change

France Throws the First Punch Imagine a world where your latest fashion find is created by brands with an environmental consciousness. Well, France isn’t just imagining it; they’re making it happen. In a move that’s got everyone talking, France’s lower parliament just decided to slap fines on fast fashion companies, up to €10 (nearly $11) …

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Congress Takes a Cue from Europe to Tackle Fashion’s Sustainability Crisis

It’s about time! After years of watching Europe, especially fashion-forward France, make strides in sustainable fashion, Congress is finally jumping on the bandwagon. European leaders have been busy bees, rolling out legislation that nudges fashion brands towards greener practices and encourages consumers to shop more sustainably. Across the pond, such regulatory dreams have seemed far-fetched …

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Lexy Silverstein, Sustainable Fashion Advocate

Thriftmas 2024: The Trend That’s Wrapping Up Waste (and Saving the Planet)

If it feels like everyone and their mother is jumping on the Thriftmas bandwagon this year… well, it’s because they are. And honestly? I love to see it. Whether it’s Pinterest boards overflowing with thrifted finds, TikTok creators flexing their secondhand hauls, or Instagram posts captioned with #Thriftmas, one thing is clear: sustainability is having …

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