Local Fiber Production: Growing Your Clothes Closer to Home
I’m wearing dead sheep right now. Well, technically a cardigan made from the wool of Shetland sheep that grazed less than thirty miles from my flat, processed at a mill…
The Fast Fashion Trap: Breaking Free from Disposable Clothing Culture
I have a confession that would probably get my environmental writer card revoked if my colleagues ever found out: there’s a cardboard box in my closet filled with unworn clothes…
The 10 Best Ethical Clothing Brands That Are Actually Worth Your Money
# The Ethical Fashion Ranking: Where Good Intentions Meet Reality “Right, so we finally sat down and properly ranked these ethical fashion brands and approaches. Took longer than it should…
People Tree and the Pioneer of Fair Trade Fashion in the UK
People Tree At a Glance Aspect Details Founded 1991 in Japan UK Operations Launched in 1990s, ended 2023 Key Achievement First fashion company awarded WFTO Fair Trade product label Certifications…
Lucy and Yak and the Dundee Brand That Made Sustainable Fashion Fun
Lucy and Yak At a Glance Aspect Details Founded 2017 Revenue (2022) £22.7 million Employees 180 (2023) Store Count 11 UK locations Buy-Back Scheme ReYak – £20 voucher on £50+…
The Fast Fashion Problem and Why Buying Less Matters More Than Buying Ethical
The Fast Fashion Problem At a Glance Aspect Details Global Carbon Impact 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions UK Waste Generated 300,000 tonnes of clothing binned annually Annual Carbon Saving…
Fast Fashion’s Urban Waste Crisis: The Hidden Truth
Standing in my local charity shop last Tuesday, I watched a volunteer sort through yet another bin bag of barely-worn clothes donated by someone clearing out their wardrobe. “We get…
Unraveling the Environmental Cost of Fast Fashion: A Path to Sustainable Style
Explore the environmental impact of fast fashion and discover sustainable alternatives in this engaging read. Learn how eco-friendly materials and ethical brands are making a difference, and be inspired by personal stories of sustainable lifestyle choices. Join the trend towards eco-conscious fashion – stylish, fulfilling and kind to our planet.
Finisterre and the Cornish Brand Built for Cold Water Not Catwalks
Finisterre At a Glance Aspect Details Founded 2003 in St Agnes, Cornwall Started From A flat above a surf shop Founder Tom Kay B Corp Score 116.3 out of 200…
The True Environmental Cost of Every Fabric in Your Closet
I have a confession to make: I used to be absolutely rubbish at practicing what I preached when it came to clothing. There I’d be, writing impassioned articles about carbon…
Patagonia and Whether the Most Famous Ethical Brand Lives Up to Its Reputation
Patagonia At a Glance Aspect Details B Corp Score 166.0 (out of 200) B Corp Certified Since December 2011 Environmental Giving 1% of sales since 1985, over £140 million awarded…
Ethical Fashion Brands: My Guide to Responsible Clothing
Discover how supporting ethical clothing brands like Patagonia, Eileen Fisher, and Reformation helps promote fair wages, safe working conditions, and sustainable materials. Learn practical steps for transitioning to a sustainable wardrobe, including researching brands, prioritizing quality, and opting for second-hand shopping, to minimize environmental impact and endorse ethical fashion.
TOAST and the Slow Fashion Brand That Charges a Premium and Justifies It
TOAST At a Glance Aspect Details Founded 1997 in Wales Main Materials 51% cotton, 85% purely natural fibres Sustainability Rating Good (Good On You) Price Range Premium – £80-300+ per…
Brother Vellies and the Ethical Luxury Brand That Divides Opinion
Brother Vellies At a Glance Aspect Details Founded 2013 Starting Investment £2,800 personal savings Price Range £200-£800 Production Model Handmade artisanal across multiple countries Core Mission Creating and sustaining artisanal…
The Environmental Impact of Fast Fashion and Why the Industry Refuses to Change
The woman ahead of me in the checkout line has three plastic shopping bags full of clothes. Right now, her purchases look like brightly coloured rectangles with price tags hanging…