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Transformers Foundation: New Nonprofit for More Sustainability

Sustainability is vital for the future of the fashion industry, the planet, the people, and animals living on it. Especially in the denim segment with the help of the brand... Read More
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FREE Seminars during Sustainable Fashion Days

Join the interesting free digital seminars (SwedTALK) about sustainable fashion on May 26th 2020 on Zoom. Meet leading representatives from the fashion industry, both from Sweden and from Hong Kong,... Read More
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Sustainable Fashion Dublin Promotes Upcycling Clothes at Home

Meet podcast producer Taz Kelleher and freelance journalist Geraldine Carton from Sustainable Fashion Dublin. They are have been posting recently on their Instagram page about upcycling clothes at home. Especially... Read More
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Ethical Fashion Talks: New Online Series for Vegan Fashion

Ethical Fashion Talks launches as an online platform to discuss vegan fashion. Since Vegan Fashion Week has been postponed to October 2020, this new series will continue to spread its... Read More
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How to Discard Old Clothes Responsibly - EASY Guide for Beginners

The fashion industry has a catastrophic impact on the environment. The way we produce and consume clothing today isn't sustainable or ethical. Post-industrial and post-consumer textile wastes are piling up... Read More
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Why is Upcycling Clothing Important for the Environment

If you are decluttering your closet or moving out to a new place, you may wonder what to do with pieces of clothing you don't wear anymore. Donating, selling, recycling... Read More
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How Often Should I Go Through My Clothes

If you are a hoarder like me, you don't like going through your clothes. You'd rather keep everything. But having an encumbered closet can be overwhelming and stressful. How do... Read More
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What To Do With Clothes You Don't Want

Whether we are moving out to a new place or decluttering our closet, getting rid of unwanted clothes is one of the best ways to simplify our life. But we... Read More
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Letting Go of Clothes That Are Too Small

I don't like to get rid of anything, especially clothes. I'm a hoarder that keeps most of his clothes. Even when some pieces get too small, they tend to stay... Read More
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What is Eco-friendly Fashion and Why it is Important

Eco-friendly fashion matters today more than ever before. Conscious consumers are asking for more sustainable products globally, including clothing. It's not just a trend, it's part of the fashion revolution.... Read More
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Is it Better to Donate or Sell Clothes?

Decluttering our closet feels great. By getting rid of the clothes we don't wear anymore, we can gain more time, space, and money to invest in what matters the most... Read More
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Where is jute from?

Jute is an amazing eco-friendly fabric. It's widely used in a variety of applications, including for clothing. It's a natural fiber and a great alternative to cotton, linen, or hemp.... Read More
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Social and Environmental Benefits of Upcycling Clothing

Social and Environmental Benefits of Upcycling Clothing

Upcycling is a growing business. Particularly in fashion, brands, designers, and consumers are now expressing a regained interest for upcycled clothing. It has many social and environmental benefits. The process... Read More
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How Long Do You Keep Clothes?

The rise of fast fashion over the last 20 years made clothing a disposable commodity. Most people don't keep clothes for long. They buy new ones regularly to renew their... Read More
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Is Hemp Better Than Linen?

Hemp and linen are both great choices for eco-friendly and sustainable fabrics. They are often used in the fashion industry to make beautiful and stylish garments that also protect the... Read More
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What is Green Fashion?

The green movement is booming all around the world, especially in the apparel and textile industry. Conscious consumers are asking for more environmentally friendly and socially responsible products, including beautiful,... Read More
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Is Organza Eco-Friendly?

Ethical and sustainable fashion is on the rise and for good reasons. It's much more than a trend. More conscious consumers are asking for eco-friendly fashion products, looking at the... Read More
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Why is Upcycling Clothing Better than Recycling

People are getting more interested in upcycling clothing. Recycling is more commonly know and often practiced by fashion consumers. It's a great way to be more sustainable with clothes. What... Read More
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How Old Do Clothes Have to Be to Be Vintage?

How Old Do Clothes Have to Be to Be Vintage?

The second-hand clothing market is growing quickly. More and more people are buying old and vintage clothing as well as shopping in resale shops. Purchasing used clothes is becoming fashionable... Read More
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Is Jute Sustainable?

Jute is a natural fiber used in many applications. It's making its way particularly in the fashion industry where designers and brands slowly adopt jute for their collections. Jute is... Read More
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Is it OK to Wear Second-Hand Clothes?

Second-hand clothing is getting trendy once again. More people now buy and sell clothes in thrift stores, vintage shops, and online resale marketplaces. Wearing second-hand clothes is an amazing way... Read More
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Is it Better to Donate to Goodwill or Salvation Army?

Whether you are decluttering your home or moving, donating your unwanted items to Goodwill or Salvation Army is a great option. It not only protects the planet by reducing pollution... Read More
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Why is Silk Expensive?

Silk is a luxury fabric in the fashion world. It's considered one of the finest fiber globally. It's made from natural cocoon protein fibers spun by silkworms before becoming moths.... Read More
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I'm a Hoarder. How Do I Begin to Clean?

I'm a hoarder. I know the feeling of having too much stuff. It can be overwhelming and stressful. When it's time to clean and get rid of stuff, how do... Read More
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How to Get Rid of Clothes And Not Feel Bad

Having too many clothes is a very common problem. You know it's time to get rid of some of them when your closet is full but you have nothing to... Read More
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