Sustainable Fashion Reading List
Today I thought I would share with you a list of books that outline the issues and innovations surrounding the fashion industry, and its more sustainable efforts. Educating ourselves is one of the sure-fire ways to start building a strong foundation for a more ethical industry, so hopefully these book recommendations will help along the way! The Sustainable Fashion Handbook by Sandy Black – A … Continue reading Sustainable Fashion Reading List
Relight The Fire With Your Wardrobe
If lockdown has you feeling out of love with your wardrobe then not to worry, let’s relight that fire with your clothes! I know that I have certainly been browsing online, daydreaming about the times when I had to plan outfits and get dressed up for events, only to find myself feeling guilty as I have plenty of beautiful clothes already. So, as it is … Continue reading Relight The Fire With Your Wardrobe
Exploring The Waste Hierarchy
The waste produced by the fashion industry is a well-discussed topic here on the blog, but whilst we regularly discuss the ways in which to upcycle or reduce waste, rarely do we touch on the array of different approaches to reducing waste and the best way to prioritise them. The UK is the fourth largest textile waste producer in Europe, and each year it is … Continue reading Exploring The Waste Hierarchy
A Blue Sea: How Denim Is Harming Our Oceans
In honour of World Oceans Day which took place at the beginning of this week on Monday 8th June, I wanted to take the opportunity to spend today’s blogpost discussing the environmental impacts the textiles industry has on our oceans. Or, perhaps more specifically, how the water-thirsty denim industry impacts the wide range of life and biodiversity connected to our watery ecosystems. In America only, … Continue reading A Blue Sea: How Denim Is Harming Our Oceans
Fashion Revolution Week 2020: What I Learned
It has been two weeks since the virtual events of Fashion Revolution Week hit our screens, which has given me plenty of time to look back and reflect on what I learned during the conversations, workshops and talks that took place. The whole week was a stimulating and empowering experience, with insights into sustainable fashion from designers and activists alike, including Bethany Williams, Phoebe English … Continue reading Fashion Revolution Week 2020: What I Learned
Fashion Revolution Week of DIYs: Sunset Fabric Tapestry
Wow, suddenly we have come to the final day of Fashion Revolution Week 2020, which means today is the final DIY that I will be sharing this week on the blog. So let’s finish on a high, with a nod to summer, through an easy-to-make sunset fabric tapestry, that brings joy to any wall you hang it on! You will need: – Fabric scissors – … Continue reading Fashion Revolution Week of DIYs: Sunset Fabric Tapestry
Fashion Revolution Week of DIYs: Fabric Flower Choker
This week seems to flying past as we land on the final weekend of Fashion Revolution Week, but do not fear, as we are making the most of these last two days with some more DIYs! Today we are going to be using fabric scraps to create an elegant flower choker that can translate from a spring/summer daytime look, into eveningwear as well. You will … Continue reading Fashion Revolution Week of DIYs: Fabric Flower Choker
Fashion Revolution Week of DIYs: Painted Print Jean
For today’s DIY we are going to be breathing new life into an old, torn pair of jeans. So grab your paint supplies, brushes and imagination, and let’s get making… You will need: – Paint brush – Fabric paint of any colour – An old pair of jeans Step 1: Decide what pattern you are going to paint on your jeans. You can make a … Continue reading Fashion Revolution Week of DIYs: Painted Print Jean
Fashion Revolution Week of DIYs: Woven Magazine Coaster
Welcome to DIY number four! This week seems to be flying by… Today, I thought we would focus on another element of the fashion industry not typically thought of being unsustainable, and that is the magazine/print sector of the fashion industry. To print the number of magazines that an agency like Vogue does, includes an extensive and draining process, that uses a lot of our … Continue reading Fashion Revolution Week of DIYs: Woven Magazine Coaster
Fashion Revolution Week of DIYs: Fabric Collage Art
Day 3 of Fashion Revolution Week brings with it our third DIY! Today we’re using super easy, fabric collage to make a piece of garment illustration. I used fabric scraps, from sewing, in my illustration. However, if you have a favourite item of clothing that no longer fits, or is broken, you could use the fabric from that, and draw a miniature version of you … Continue reading Fashion Revolution Week of DIYs: Fabric Collage Art
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