Picture this, you’re standing in your closet looking through your clothes. You have a date, an interview, a party, or an event you need to get to. You want to look your best, but none of your clothes scream “wear me!”. You decide that you need to go shopping, but your closet is already full. … Continue reading Why does H&M’s Textile Recycling Program Is Not All That Its Cracked-Up To Be?
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14 Organic baby clothing made in Canada
Are you pregnant and looking for eco-friendly and sustainable baby garments? Are you worried because of toxic chemicals that can get through to your baby's skin? Does your little angel have skin conditions or bad health? Or do you just want the best for your children and planet earth? Here is a list of amazing … Continue reading 14 Organic baby clothing made in Canada
Interview with Alexandra and Lindsay Lorusso, Founders of Nudnik
When noting that textile production contributes more to climate change than international aviation and shipping combined the fashion choices we make for ourselves and our children matter. Lucky for us, green entrepreneurs like twin sisters Lindsay and Alex Lorusso have come up with 'Future-Proof' kidswear made from pre-consumer textile waste that would otherwise pollute the … Continue reading Interview with Alexandra and Lindsay Lorusso, Founders of Nudnik
Why should we stop using cotton and start using hemp instead?
Have you ever bought clothes made of hemp? Has anyone told you about all the good things it does? Hemp, marijuana are plants that belong to the same family. But don't worry, you can buy clothes made from hemp. This isn't going to make you high because it has less than 0.3 percent THC in … Continue reading Why should we stop using cotton and start using hemp instead?
Rediscovering the Second-Hand Store
In my quest to adopt a greener lifestyle I’ve made a real effort to limit purchases, this is especially true of clothing. In a world of fast fashion and mass advertising of the latest trends, this is no easy feat for many. Despite the temptation, I haven't bought a lot of clothes in the last … Continue reading Rediscovering the Second-Hand Store
The Environmental Cost of Fast Fashion
The textile and clothing industry offers style and functionality. It sells dreams and provides a stage for self-expression. But the industry produces an environmental impact that is far from sustainable. Before talking about the environmental impact generated by this industry, we must know what fast fashion is. This term can be known as clothing that … Continue reading The Environmental Cost of Fast Fashion