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Posted on 10th March 2017 by Red Carpet Green Dress

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The impact of this pandemic has caused and still c

The impact of this pandemic has caused and still continues to cause far-reaching change, both positive and negative. One thing is certain. Things will never be the same again. From the frontline fields to the most luxury of fashion brands, there are important lessons to be gleaned and it is a wake up call for all of us. We have created a resource on our HUB to help you navigate through these times. From resourceful articles, to helpful check lists, to uplifting podcasts, to free online courses on sustainability, we hope these will help our community remain positive, creative and inspired. Link in bio to access the HUB. Sign up also to our mailing list to be kept in the green loop!

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Imagine a textile that can fully revert to nature

Imagine a textile that can fully revert to nature in as little as just 8 weeks and be also used to create sustainable couture. Our collaboration with TENCEL™ Luxe has made that possible and earlier this year, we were incredibly proud to launch an eco-textile line which will be on sale later this year to the public.
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When RCGD was first started over a decade ago, the hunt for sustainable textiles was such a challenging task, even with dedicated resources. Fast forward 11 years later, and here we are, part of the solution we have always pushed for.
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TENCEL™ Luxe branded filament yarns are of 100% botanic origin and are produced using a renewable wood source. Made specifically for the high-fashion sector, the RCGD X TENCEL™ Luxe eco-textiles will come in a variety of weights with varying mixes of the revolutionary TENCEL™ Luxe yarn, including a luxury textile derived exclusively from the filament yarn, a lush silk blend, and a rich cashmere fusion. Sign up to our mailing list to be the first to know when our fabrics go on sale! Link in bio.

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It’s not all serious talk over here at RCGD. We

It’s not all serious talk over here at RCGD. We know how to have some fun too! Throwback to our last contest in 2015 where winner Tingting Chen dressed actor @jake_mcdorman in a suit made of dead-stock 100% wool, lining made of dead-stock 100% GOTS certified organic peace silk, and a trim of peace silk dyed with logwood. McDorman wore a vegan shoe from Moo Shoes called The Innovator, a shirt by EKOCYCLE™ and hemp boxers. Swipe to see more lovely images. Stay tuned for some exciting updates about our 2020 global design contest!

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The fashion industry is one of the top offenders w

The concept of waste colonialism has been recently

The concept of waste colonialism has been recently resurrected for discussions, especially in the wake of intersectional environmentalism. The concept refers to the transboundary disposal of hazardous waste including electronic waste, from high GDP countries to poorer nations. Whilst on the surface it seemed like first world nations were meeting recycling targets, they were actually siphoning off toxic waste to countries with inadequate infrastructure to manage their own waste in the first place! ⁣
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Desperate pleas have been made for this to stop immediately. Hundreds were killed in a landfill landslide in Ethiopia and many more in Mozambique. In recent years, several of the waste recipients have been fighting back with new laws. Malaysia and Indonesia collectively returned 60 shipping containers of waste to the UK, and Poland and Latvia returned closed to a 1000 tonnes! Philippines also returned a whopping 69 containers to Canada. These countries standing up to the bigger players is an unprecedented shift. They don’t want to be the dumping grounds of the world, and rightly so!⁣
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The best solution to effective waste management is to create less in the first place but is this possible? Activists are also calling for stringent legislation to enforce more transparent supply chains and accountability at every stage of the waste disposal process. It is a tough road ahead but one that we have to keep persisting with. We would love to hear from our community on this issue, especially if you are from a country impacted by waste colonialism. ⁣
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This is an extract from an interview our CEO @iam_

This is an extract from an interview our CEO @iam_samata did recently with @ipbes_ - a global biodiversity platform which launched its first-ever podcast series, entitled: Nature Insight – ‘Speed Dating’ with the Future. The series aims to bring issues of biodiversity and perspectives on the values of nature to a wider audience.⁣⁣
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This episode discusses how businesses have not always been allies to biodiversity and how this could be changing. Marie-Claire Daveu, the Chief Sustainability Officer at Kering, a global luxury group that manages brands such as Gucci, Saint Laurent, Alexander McQueen and others, also joins the discussion on helping to bend the curve on biodiversity loss.⁣ Link in bio to listen to the full episode! ⁣
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Sustainability, can often present itself as a para

Sustainability, can often present itself as a paradox. While sustainable fashion is now seen as a movement, we cannot deny that marginalized and indigenous communities actually pioneered sustainability centuries ago. It was and has always been the way of life for them! They used whatever means they had to handcraft clothing, sourced and harvested crops sustainably, created botanical dyes, and re-used clothing within their communities enforcing closed loop methods. ⁣
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Does it seem strange that the very communities that pioneered sustainability are being shafted now and sustainable fashion can be seen as a question of privilege as opposed to being inclusive? Voting with your wallet is actually a privilege. Not everyone has the means to purchase high-quality ethical clothing or vintage fashion. The artisans or garment workers (whether they are working for high street fashion or couture wear) certainly do not have the means to purchase sustainable luxury at retail price. ⁣
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This begs the question - is sustainable fashion truly accessible by all, or is it a design by default, created to enforce divides? Let’s keep the conversation going!⁣
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Earlier this year, we curated a mix of eco must-li

Earlier this year, we curated a mix of eco must-listens to help our community stay grounded and get through the lockdown. As events around the world continue to influence the sustainable scene, these podcasts seem more relevant now than ever as they dive into all things sustainable fashion - from conscious fashion philosophies, to the impact of fast fashion, we have no doubts you will find something in there to interest you! These can be accessed via the Hub on our website - link in bio. Happy listening and we would love to hear your feedback on any of them if you had a chance to listen!

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We are devastated by the news in Beirut. All of th

We are devastated by the news in Beirut. All of those affected are at the top of our thoughts today here at RCGD. If anyone in our community is from Lebanon or if you have family in Lebanon, please check in with us here so our community can send you as much love and support as is virtually possible.

Brilliant quote by our CEO @iam_samata during her

Brilliant quote by our CEO @iam_samata during her recent interview with @corahilts of @revenvert. ⁣
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The robust conversation touched on many pertinent topics relevant to sustainable fashion including inadequate representation in sustainability conversations, building more accessible solutions for marginalized and BIPOC communities, the benefits of partnering with the Oscars, and most importantly how every small action matters when it comes to sustainability even though you may feel like a tiny person in a sea of staggering statistics! ⁣
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Please head to @reveenvert (see comment below for full link! REV can also be found on iTunes or Spotify!) to listen to the full interview. We would love your feedback and thoughts once you have had a chance to listen!⁣
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Eleven years ago when Red Carpet Green Dress was f

Eleven years ago when Red Carpet Green Dress was first launched, we were often challenged on whether sustainable fashion could also look good. It wasn’t uncommon for campaign ambassadors to be concerned if their red carpet dress would just be a burlap sack!⁣
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The Oscars is arguably the biggest red carpet event in the world, so we knew how important it was for talent to look and feel their best. Sustainable fashion is not only about doing good for the environment and other social causes, but also wearing something that makes you look and feel good personally. Design, sustainability, and luxury are not mutually exclusive terms. Iconic eco designers like Stella McCartney, Vivienne Westwood, and Louis Vuitton (e.g Laura Harrier’s gown in this image) have already shown how incredible sustainable couture could look and feel. ⁣
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Community, please recommend the designers you love for red carpet fashion! We would love to check them out!
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"The best way to make a difference is to try and f

"The best way to make a difference is to try and figure out what works for you". Tyrese couldn't have said it any better. ⁣
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Throwback to our Pre-Oscars gala earlier this year where @tyrese graced the event with his presence and support and was blown away that sustainable couture could also look good while doing good for the planet. When asked how people can make a difference to environment sustainability, Tyrese summed it up perfectly by saying that we can all do something that works for us. No one action is too small or insignificant. They all add up in the collective unity to protecting the people and planet!⁣
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Today, we want to shed a light on the incredible a

Today, we want to shed a light on the incredible allies we are working with behind the scenes. The $30 nominal entry fee for the design contest, together with partner contributions will be directed to the Awaj Foundation and The Fifth Pillar, in allyship with vulnerable garment workers severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This will be supported by @consciousfashioncampaign in collaboration with the @unitednations Office for Partnerships. ⁣
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Our industry is suffering, and those hardest hit are the garment workers, without whom we would have no industry. Collectively, the livelihoods of millions of garment workers have been affected in both Myanmar and Bangladesh. Even with partial re-opening of factories, it has been a very challenging time. Myanmar may be on its way to eliminating Covid but Bangladesh is still seeing a minimum of 2000 new cases daily and economic recovery is a long way away. Through our contest campaign, we will be delivering an assistance programme with our allies to help those (mostly women as they form the majority of garment workers) most in need. ⁣
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Link in bio to learn more about the incredible work these two NGOs have been doing for their garment community! Stay tuned for more contest and campaign updates! ⁣
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The colours may look pretty but the ugly truth run

The colours may look pretty but the ugly truth runs deep in these murky waters. This is the Noyyal River, the most polluted river in the state of Tamil Nadu, India and it runs through the Tiripur district, famous for textile and dyeing factories. The river is often red or purple from the run-off of nearby factories and unfortunately, it is also an important source of water for the communities and agriculture. ⁣
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The impacts of these polluted waters are devastating. Fatal diseases, barren agricultural lands, damaged crops, dying aquatic species, and shockingly also increased infertility rates in couples living near the Noyyal. ⁣
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The lockdown during Covid provided great respite for this river to heal and restore. Now with partial re-openings, restoration seems impossible with these factories serving the world in the fast fashion sector. Desperate calls have been made for increased regulation and to prevent factories from mixing industry wastage into the river water, through implementing the requisite technology, but they have fallen on deaf ears. ⁣
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There is no single solution. This is a global issue. If overconsumption reduces, the need for production reduces and it is hoped that the garment workers in these factories will re-skill and be employed in a facility or sector that will actually benefit the environment. It is a collective, collaborative effort that spans across multiple sectors, but perhaps it has to start somewhere within each individual first. ⁣
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Image courtesy: @fashion_fwd ⁣
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The unprecedented global situation has initiated s

The unprecedented global situation has initiated supply chain diversification with many brands. Businesses are actively reviewing their supply chain and investing in more sustainable means of production. ⁣
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There’s never been a better time to give smaller and more underdeveloped manufacturing regions that are closer to home the chance to showcase their exceptional craftsmanship, and a chance to grow and develop globally with sustainable fashion brands. We would love to hear from the sustainable brands in our community and how you have been evaluating your supply and value chains. Where do you see the most change required in your assessment? ⁣
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The world, as we know it, is vastly changing. It s

The world, as we know it, is vastly changing. It seems more than ever now that technology is really shaping the fashion industry. As boutique stores transition to full e-commerce, and major fashion events move to virtual platforms, we are faced with critical decisions of balancing technology, stability, and sustainability. Whilst this could make for hot debate, we believe that technology cannot fully replace the value of human connection and judgement. No level of automation can replace the human touch of artisan made fashion and other slow fashion techniques. ⁣
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Technology should certainly be used to amplify and be of service to sustainable fashion. Not the other way around. For brands who can afford it, we are already seeing significant progress with sustainable cotton initiatives and innovative dyeing techniques flattening the water and carbon footprint. ⁣
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But there is more work to do. The new norm should see slow fashion techniques co-exist alongside technology and allow artisans and independent designers to access technology to propel and drive their mission even further. Many aspects to ponder upon. We would love your thoughts on this! ⁣
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Recently, our CEO @iam_samata and Kestrel Jenkins

Recently, our CEO @iam_samata and Kestrel Jenkins of @consciouschatter had a robust dialogue about some of the key issues affecting sustainable fashion today. Kestrel and Samata discussed how their perspectives shifted when they both became mums, and they also dived more into the concept of intersectionality and how it affects sustainable fashion now more than ever as world events continue to dominate the fashion landscape. ⁣
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Other critical issues discussed include the cultural context and meaning behind garments, as well as the ways fashion can be politicized and weaponized. Please head to @consciouschatter to listen to the full podcast. We would love your thoughts on it once you have had a chance to listen! ⁣
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Throwback to #Oscars2017 where the stunning Emma R

Throwback to #Oscars2017 where the stunning Emma Roberts wore a classic Giorgio Armani gown from his very first Privé 2005 Couture Collection. The gown was accessorized with exclusive pieces from Atelier Swarovski Fine Jewelry. ⁣
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Traditionally, wearing an archival gown or the same outfit twice on the red carpet would have been a fashion crime for many. There was always emphasis on red carpet wear to be trend-seasonal rather than trans-seasonal. ⁣
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Today, there is a paradigm shift with celebrities increasingly choosing to wear the same outfit twice or more and using the Oscars platform to champion sustainable fashion. Earlier this year, Joaquin Phoenix committed to wearing the same Stella McCartney suit for all red carpet events throughout the awards season. Two years ago, our campaign ambassador Camila McConaughey chose an archival gown from Vivienne Westwood. In recent years, Cate Blanchett also rehashed Armani gowns at the Oscars. ⁣
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Even members of the royal family have been openly seen wearing the same outfits more than once. Just last week, Princess Beatrice wore Queen Elizabeth's ball gown from 1962! Community, is there a favourite archival piece that you would like seen on the red carpet again? ⁣
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A very big thank you to all those who entered the

A very big thank you to all those who entered the RCGD Global Design Contest 2020 in partnership with TENCEL™ Luxe! We know it was a mad rush for some to get it over the finishing line but you made it and we appreciate your efforts! Good luck to all entrants and stay tuned for more updates!

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