Feeling green: the brands bringing social consciousness into fashion
A group of established and emerging brands are pushing the boundaries on the British high street and beyond to create timeless pieces with accessible prices
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The seven megatrends that could beat global warming: ‘There is reason for hope’
Until recently the battle to avert catastrophic climate change – floods, droughts, famine, mass migrations – seemed to be lost. But with the tipping point just years away, the tide is finally turning, thanks to innovations ranging from cheap renewables to lab-grown meat and electric airplanes
Fashion’s interwoven relationship with nature to go on display at V&A
From 1780s waistcoat to bioluminescent GM dress, exhibition traces interaction and celebrates sustainable yet desirable fashion
Green age kicks: how ethical trainers won the fashion seal of approval
Veja trainers are beloved of Emma Watson, adored by the sneakerheads who frequent Dover Street Market and draw huge crowds in Paris. They are a lesson in how sustainable clothing can also be cool
Gucci has joined the Fur Free Alliance and UNICEF’s Girls’ Empowerment Initiative
Gucci unveils “Culture of Purpose” Sustainability Plan with two major announcements at 2017 Kering Talk. Gucci announced that it will no longer use, promote or publicise animal fur beginning with its Spring Summer 2018 collection. From next Spring Gucci will go…. fur free. On the occasion of both the International Day of the Girl and … Read more
The eco guide to radical materials
Cotton has a disastrous foorprint, leather is destroying the Amazon, polyester threatens the ozone layer. Luckily there are some new fabrics on the way