What is Sustainable Fashion?
“Sustainable fashion” is a term used to describe clothing and accessories that are made with eco-friendly materials, are produced in an ethical way and have a positive impact on the environment. It differs from traditional fashion in that it doesn’t just focus on looking good but also considers how the product was made and what impact it will have after use. Sustainable fashion can be created using organic fibers such as cotton or hemp; recycled materials like plastic bottles; natural dyes instead of toxic chemicals; eco-friendly packaging (like biodegradable bags) for shipping orders out to customers–the list goes on!
Innovative Materials
- Bamboo.
Bamboo fabric is an eco-friendly alternative to cotton and other fabrics. It’s made from the stems of a fast-growing grass that’s naturally resistant to pests, disease and drought–and it absorbs carbon dioxide during its growth cycle. Because bamboo requires little water or fertilizer to grow, it’s also sustainable for the environment. Plus, it feels great on your skin!
- Organic Cotton
Organic cotton is grown without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers in order to protect soil quality while reducing pollution from runoff into local waterways (where many pesticides end up). While organic garments may cost more upfront than conventional ones do–they’re often priced higher because they’re more labor intensive–you’ll save money in the long run by not having to replace them as often due to wear-and-tear caused by harmful chemicals used during manufacturing processes like bleaching agents (which are typically found in most non-organic fabrics). When shopping for clothing made from organic materials like this one pictured above: look for labels indicating how much pesticide residue remains after washing; avoid synthetics such as rayon which can contain traces of formaldehyde during production; check out websites like Good Guide where consumers rate products based on their environmental impact before purchasing anything online so you know exactly what kind of impact each product will have once it reaches consumers’ homes.”
Sustainable Trends
- Slow fashion. This movement, which has been gaining traction in recent years, advocates for a more considered approach to buying clothing. Slow fashion encourages consumers to buy less and better quality garments that they can wear for longer periods of time. It also promotes ethical production practices and sustainable materials such as organic cotton and hemp fabric (which is naturally antibacterial).
- Upcycling. Another way to reduce your environmental footprint is by reusing old materials instead of buying new ones–this practice is known as upcycling. For example, you could take an old T-shirt with holes in it and turn it into a pillowcase or bag using fabric from another piece of clothing that no longer fits you well enough to wear but still has plenty of life left in its fibers! Another option would be repurposing discarded plastic bottles into sandals or bags made out of recycled soda cans! There are many ways we can use our creativity when thinking about how we can reuse our resources wisely instead – whether this means finding ways around disposable packaging altogether through zero waste design principles like those used by companies like Patagonia who have committed themselves entirely towards making products without any waste whatsoever; or simply changing how we think about clothing itself so that all clothes become “worn out” eventually (which means less need for replacements).
Sustainable Shopping
- Choosing sustainable brands
- Thrifting
- Shopping secondhand
- Supporting local designers
Tips for Sustainable Living
- Wash clothes less often.
- Repair clothes when possible.
- Donate clothes you don’t wear.
- Buy quality pieces that last and can be repaired or passed down to friends and family members in need of them, rather than buying new ones every time something breaks or gets old.
Sustainable Fashion Brands
- Patagonia
- Reformation
- Everlane
- People Tree
- Allbirds
Sustainable Fashion Resources
There are a number of resources you can use to learn more about sustainable fashion. Here are some of the best:
- Good On You is an app that helps you find ethical products and companies. It also has a database of over 1 million brands, so you can search by category or brand name and see if they’re doing good things for their workers, animals, and planet. The app even includes videos from experts in the field who will help answer any questions you might have about how to make better choices when shopping for clothes or beauty products.
- Fashion Revolution encourages people around the world to ask questions about how our clothes are made–and then share those answers with others through social media campaigns like #whomademyclothes? They also host events where participants can learn more about labor conditions in factories around the world (like this one).
- Eco Age focuses on environmental issues within fashion industries such as textiles production, recycling processes used by brands/retailers etc.. They provide information on various topics related with sustainability such as eco friendly fabrics used in apparel industry today; recycling methods used by various mills across globe etc..
As we enter the second decade of the 21st century, it’s clear that sustainable fashion is more than just a trend. It’s an imperative. The future of our planet depends on it.
