Over the last few decades there has been a major shift in the materials chosen by manufacturers, designers and consumers alike. Whereas natural fibres dominated the scene fifty years ago,…
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I’m sure you often come across various certifications and labels on products you purchase. Some of these certifications are markers that represent the social, ethical and environmental impact of the product. These…
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If we closely scrutinise the environmental and ethical impact of fashion as a whole, we can see what a shocking picture it is. How can you tell ethical clothing brands from…
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This is one of my favourite posts every year! We are really proud to launch the ‘Eco Designer of The Future Award 2017’ student sponsorship competition. Calling all Fashion, Textiles, Interior…
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With Black Friday & Cyber Monday – the largest shopping days in the calendar – having just just been and gone, it really got me thinking about the “behind the…
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In a newly released initiative, four trusted ethical and eco-friendly labelling councils have collaborated to spearhead a campaign called Labelwise. These include Fairtrade South Africa, Fair Trade Tourism (FTT), Marine…
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Just a quick reminder that this season’s wholesale eco fabric deadline is Friday 25th November. Please don’t miss the opportunity to purchase your fabrics for production and take advantage of reduced shipping…
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As you may have heard, sustainable footwear is really picking up speed. In a recent blog post I looked at some different brands and initiatives focusing on recycled, and even…
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Recycled footwear doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. This exciting and cutting-edge alternative blends eco-friendly principles with those of style and fashion. Right now, lots of designers are directing their…
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Who doesn’t love a good old cup of tea? I certainly do. It’s the answer to a lot of problems, but I never thought it might be a biodegradable sustainable…
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