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How can we dispose of clothes sustainably? Simple

How can we dispose of clothes sustainably? Simple - just don’t put them in the trash. If you are unable to repair or mend your clothing, then the following tips can help to keep your unwanted clothes from ending up in landfills.
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Donate your unwanted clothing to charity shops but do your research on where you should give them to. Charity shops like @Traid make an effort with their pricing and window displays, which means more clothes go to new homes rather than being dumped in the landfills of developing nations. Let's make sure they end up in hands that want them, rather than depriving countries in the global south of their own economies.
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Rent, sell or swap. Search for swapping groups or rental platforms to see if your clothes could go to new owners. Alternatively, good quality clothing can be sold on re-sale platforms.
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Give them to animal shelters - Animal shelters and rescue homes use old clothes, towels, and other textiles for the animals they have in their care. They use them to clean, make beds and blankets, and help the animals feel comfortable and more at home.
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Make into accessories like reusable masks - Old cotton fabrics like t-shirts and dresses are perfect for making carry-pouches or reusable face masks.
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Compost natural fibres. If your clothes are made from organic and biodegradable fabrics and you have exhausted all means of use for them, you can cut them into smaller pieces and put them in a compost bin. The time it takes for them to biodegrade will depend on whether there are any synthetic bits like buttons or zippers attached to the clothes but generally fabrics like cotton, linen and hemp can take just months to compost while silk and wool can take up to 5 years.
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Thank you for the insight and advice @I_D and @Hubbub!

Do you have a favourite piece of clothing that sto

Do you have a favourite piece of clothing that stood the test of time? Share with us! #LovedClothesLast
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Life is a constant flow of ups and downs. When one

Life is a constant flow of ups and downs. When one door closes, another opens and new opportunities are presented. Let’s think of all the uplifting possibilities that can come out of the fashion industry. Comment below!
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Léa Seydoux absolutely owning the spotlight in h

Léa Seydoux absolutely owning the spotlight in her conversation about sustainability at #Oscars2020 Léa shined on the red carpet wearing an ethical and eco-responsible @LouisVuitton custom-made gown in the newly launched Red Carpet Green Dress textile made from TENCEL™Luxe filament yarn, and organic silk faille paired with custom-made organic @LouisVuitton satin sandals.
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The Oscars night reaches millions of people and the platform gives us a chance to demonstrate that sustainability is not a fad or trend. Sustainability has been the way of life for many communities for millennia and by having these crucial dialogues on the red carpet, we are able to present heritage, history and modernity all in one, whilst showing how sustainability can resonate with our daily habits.
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February is the month of Black History month, and

February is the month of Black History month, and just before month-end, we wanted to spotlight the origins of the day and what it represents to many people. The annual observance originated in the United States in February 1969 when it was first proposed by black educators and the Black United Students at Kent State University. It began as a way of remembering important people and events in the history of the African diaspora. The day is now also celebrated in several other nations such as Canada, Ireland, and the Netherlands.
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Black History Month offers a great opportunity for Americans (and really, the world) to learn more about their nation’s history and how it has been shaped by black communities. The past shapes and informs where we are heading in the future, and it’s absolutely important to set aside at least a month (definitely much more than a month is required in our opinion!) for learning as much as we can about black history and the contribution of black communities to the world as pioneers of change and sustainability!
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We want to take this opportunity to ask our community to please tag as many Black Owned sustainable fashion brands across the globe as possible to give them some love and support!
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Choosing the right fabrics is a fundamental compon

Congratulations to our incredible founder @SuzyAmi

Congratulations to our incredible founder @SuzyAmisCameron on joining Paul Polman, Walter Robb, Barbara Kux, Shujun Li, and Gaby Sulzberger as the new Board of Directors appointed by LIVEKINDLY Collective (@livekindlyco).
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LIVEKINDLY Collective was founded to accelerate the transformation of the global food industry into a healthier, sustainable, kinder food system, accessible to all. Through its purpose-driven business model that brings together global business leaders and entrepreneurs, it is the only plant-based company to own and operate across the entire value chain, from seed to fork.
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The Collective believes that the new directors' passion, expertise and wisdom in pioneering disruption in plant-based food and moving the world forward on climate policy, will support the Collective's mission through best practices in governance and corporate stewardship. Check out our link in stories for the full write-up on LIVEKINDLY Collective and each of the new director!
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Did you know that a clothes dryer is one of the mo

Did you know that a clothes dryer is one of the most energy-consuming appliances in a household? Line drying our clothes conserves so much energy and is a great start to a greener living! As a starting point, it closes the gap on carbon emissions. According to the @WHO, on average, dryers emit about 3kg of carbon every time we use them. Using the dryer often also creates more moisture in the house, leading to humidity and mould, which can cause significant negative health effects. A Glasgow University study found that most loads released between 2 to 2.5 litres of moisture. That’s a lot of water! Line-dried clothes, on the other hand, last longer and have less static cling, plus the ultraviolet rays from the sun kill bacteria, dust mites, and remove bleaching stains. Can you think of any more benefits?
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We are absolutely over the moon with this image of

We are absolutely over the moon with this image of model Ellie Goldstein (@elliejg16_zebedeemodel) on the cover of @Elle_Mexico (February 2021 issue). This is the kind of representative fashion world that we want to thrive in! At 18 years old, Ellie Goldstein is one of the first models with Down syndrome to secure international coverage, and has modelled for platforms like Allure, Vogue and Gucci Beauty. Traditionally (and regrettably), the fashion industry has always been slow to embrace aesthetic which does not fit the mould. Ellie has long been challenging perceptions by just being herself and we love the positive message she is sending to the industry about the importance of celebrating beauty which is inclusive.
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In 2019, leading disability charity Leonard Cheshire conducted a survey highlighting the lack of clothing choices for the diverse-ability community and found that a whopping 96% believe that they are not being sufficiently represented in mainstream fashion. The tide is now turning slowly, and this change can not happen quick enough from where we are standing.
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To move forward in the sustainability landscape, it is critical that we are moving along as a holistic society and not as piecemeal, fragmented segments. We are calling for an industry in which all bodies and minds are regarded as important and valuable. Everyone should have an opportunity to be involved in fashion campaigns and initiatives whether as representatives in panel discussions, as designers, as models, valued consumers, or as key organisational leaders in the sustainable fashion landscape.

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Do eco-labels unite or divide the fashion communit

Do eco-labels unite or divide the fashion community? The Eco-label Index is currently tracking 456 eco-labels in 199 countries, and 25 industry sectors! Covering a range of assurances and protections, many eco-labels are recognisable symbols. However, the cost of having a third party certify each process during the manufacturing phase can be prohibitive and it is not always a viable option for small, independent brands. This means that citizens should not automatically assume that unlabelled products do not hold any sustainable provisions. Many brands make extensive efforts to ensure that their supply chains and processes are backed by sound commitments to uphold environmental and social justice. A good starting point is to do your research and ask questions by asking the brands directly the questions you have about their supply chains and processes.
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Did you know that logwood was one of the most impo

Did you know that logwood was one of the most important sources of black dye from the 17th century to the 19th century? The tree is native to Central America and West Indies, and it was of great economic importance to native Indian communities as it was commonly logged and exported to Europe for use in dyeing fabrics. When mixed with other plant-based dyes, the wood can also yield deep reds, purple, dark blues and dark brown.
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Who would have thought that 400 years later, logwood still remains a great source of natural black dye?! The tux trousers in @KellanLutz’ eco-tux suit designed by the 5th year RCGD contest winner, @JomDul for #Oscars2014, were dyed with logwood. Nature - always the versatile giver and healer! Anyone in our community using natural dyes for their fabrics? Tag us in your videos when you are mixing the dyes!
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The Consumer Survey Report recently issued by @Fas

The Consumer Survey Report recently issued by @Fash_Rev is on our list of reports to read! The report is a survey of EU consumers’ attitudes to sustainability and supply chain transparency in the fashion industry. If anyone from our community has read the report, we would love your views on it. Check out the link in our stories to access the report. Also, please feel free to share what other sustainability reports you are currently reading!
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Icon credits: @NounProject
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New research 📊🛍️
Our new Consumer Survey Report unpacks the social and environmental attitudes of European consumers. The research aims to discover what information consumers would like fashion brands to share when it comes to their social and environmental impacts and to better understand what roles consumers think that governments and laws should play in ensuring clothing is sustainably produced.
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The survey collates the responses of 5,000 people aged 16-75 in Germany, France, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom, to find out how supply chain transparency and sustainability impacts EU consumers’ purchasing decisions when shopping for clothing, accessories and shoes. ➡️
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Read the summary of the survey findings, along with the full report, at the link in our bio!
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#FashionRevolution #TradeFairLiveFair #WhoMadeMyClothes? #WhatsInMyClothes?

Postpartum sustainability. This is hardly discusse

Postpartum sustainability. This is hardly discussed in the sustainable fashion space. Recently, actress @BlakeLively shared how insecure she felt about her body after having a baby, simply because she couldn’t fit into the clothes she wanted to wear. The fact that this is a conversation that we are still having in the fashion space is concerning as how can fashion be sustainable if it is not inclusive or capable of providing options to people. This design inclusivity comes in many forms and levels, from designing clothes with diverse-abilities in mind to being size-inclusive, across to designing with breastfeeding mothers in mind. We would love for you to tag any businesses that specialise in sustainable maternity and postpartum wear, or share your challenges with us.
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Image via: @beachwoodbaby and @thesydneyporter

Today is the start of the FairTrade Fortnight in t

Today is the start of the FairTrade Fortnight in the UK, where for the next two weeks, thousands of individuals, companies and groups across the UK will come together to share the stories of the people who grow our food and drinks, mine gold, and who grow the cotton in our clothes. These are the communities that are often exploited and underpaid. The Fairtrade Foundation defines fair trade as a guaranteed certification system for better prices, decent working conditions, local sustainability, and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers in the developing world.
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Fairtrade Fortnight 2021 will highlight the growing challenges that climate change brings to farmers and workers in the communities the Fairtrade Foundation works with. Farmers and workers in countries such as Kenya, Ethiopia and Honduras, who have done the least to contribute to climate change, are disproportionately affected by it. The climate crisis is an ever-increasing threat and on top of the global pandemic, farmers in climate-vulnerable countries are facing grave challenges with droughts, crop disease, heatwaves, falling commodity prices, and ongoing poverty. Approximately 300 million people who produce cotton are still living in poverty.
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How can you get involved? You can elevate the farmers’ voices and speak openly about their challenges by joining the online festival with your friends and family. You can also use the social media resources offered by @FairtradeUK to spread the word! Never stop educating yourself or learning more about the supply chains that your favourite brands are working with. Keep asking questions to find out how the vulnerable communities in their supply chains are treated and paid.
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We couldn’t go past Mari Copeny in our spotlight

We couldn’t go past Mari Copeny in our spotlight of young trailblazers championing climate and environmental justice. Known as @LittleMissFlint, Mari Copeny is a 12-year-old native of Flint, Michigan. Since she was much younger, Copeny and her family have suffered the city’s ongoing water crisis. When she was 8, she sent a letter to then-President @BarackObama, demanding a government response. After declaring that “letters from kids like [Copeny] are what make me so optimistic about the future,” Obama headed to Flint in a visit that resulted in declaring a federal state of emergency, authorizing $100 million to fix the crisis.
Copeny has continued to be one of the most recognizable faces in the fight towards improving Flint’s water crisis. What an inspiring young lady! Please tag any other young eco-warriors that you know of!
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Today is World Day of Social Justice and since 200

Today is World Day of Social Justice and since 2009, this annual day has been observed by the @UnitedNations (UN) and many other global communities. The UN defines social justice as “an underlying principle for peaceful and prosperous coexistence within and among nations.”
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It also believes that the principles of social justice are upheld when we promote gender equality and the rights of indigenous peoples and migrants, and remove barriers that people face because of gender, age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture or disability.
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The date highlights the importance of addressing social justice conversations such as poverty, unemployment, race, sexual orientation and gender-based discrimination, as well as social and economic disparity. Social justice is an integral part of creating a sustainable and just future. We would love to know what social justice means to you and please tag any organisation that is advocating for change in an admirable way.
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Has anyone in our community visited the Florentia

Has anyone in our community visited the Florentia Clothing Village in North London? It is a great interactive space and hub that is open to the public and people visiting can see the designers creating, mending, and sewing. This kind of space serves as an avenue to bridge and connect designers with consumers and allows them to see what goes into making quality clothing. Being able to witness how clothing is actually being made is such a tangible way of introducing sustainability to citizens of all ages. Community, what are your thoughts on introducing such a concept to a shopping mall or another interactive space like a local community centre?
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Image via: @florentia_clothingvillage

We couldn’t resist sharing this beautiful post f

We couldn’t resist sharing this beautiful post from eco-warrior @NikkiReed, reminding us that happiness is not about having more, but rather loving what you already have.
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A pop of color to brighten the day. 🍋 True story, I only had one dress with me for the last 2 months as we moved all over the place so I wore it everyday. I love that it also serves as a good reminder for just how little we need. Happiness isn’t about having more, its about loving what we have. @christydawn thank you for producing consciously, and for thinking of me with this collection. I am always inspired by the sustainable brands around me, especially the female founded brands that are working hard to create outside the norm. The cotton from this dress comes from a regenerative farm, and I love knowing that it is possible to produce and wear pieces that go beyond sustainability by replenishing the resources we use while focusing on soil health and biodiversity. Big hugs and extra high fives to the team of hardworking ladies over there showing the fashion industry how it’s done!

Have you checked out the A–Z sustainable fashion

Have you checked out the A–Z sustainable fashion glossary on our website (link in stories)? We still haven’t found a fashion term that starts with X, so please keep your suggestions coming! This fashion glossary will help you understand key terms, enrich your knowledge about eco-fashion and keep you up to speed on the conversations going on around you. Happy learning!
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We love this #Oscars2018 throwback with @CamilaMcC

We love this #Oscars2018 throwback with @CamilaMcConaughey wearing an archived @VivienneWestwood collection.
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“In support of the Red Carpet Green Dress initiative, I’m proud to wear a gown made from archival silk that is ethically and sustainably crafted. I’m continuing to find ways to do my part in bettering the world we live in. By encouraging the revitalization of archival gowns, I’m making the “old” new again and finding beauty that already exists.”– @CamilaMcConaughey
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In the red carpet world where the choice of clothing is virtually unlimited, wearing archival pieces is a real tribute to heritage and history. Even though the archived designer pieces form part of specific seasonal collections, many sustainability-committed designers believe that archival pieces are season-less, and are influencing the fashion world to adopt re-circulation. We would love to know if you have a favourite archival piece that you have seen on the red carpet!
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