easy ways to wear responsibly
“People consume clothing. They have basic needs that fashion can address. Sustainability works both ways here; as people can sustain the environment by addressing their clothing choices, fashion can sustain people in various ways”
how to start
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| Ariel Adkins in vintage (4/26/2011) |
- Check articles of clothing for Fair Trade Certification as well as other keywords in the Sustainable Materials tab.
- Find clothes that are unbleached or bleached with hydrogen peroxide only
- Check for low-impact or natural dyes
- Avoid wrinkle-free treatments
- Shop at vintage and second-hand stores
- Support local artisan eco-friendly designers
- Learn to make your own clothes from sustainable fabrics (what a great hobby or business idea!)
- Knit sweaters with low-impact yarn (also great for bonding with your grandmother)
- Looking for clothes that do not require dry cleaning (saves you some cash too)
- Dye yarn with ingredients found in your kitchen
- Recycle old clothing, like jeans or t-shirts, into new DIY projects
