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Created to support young women in the Kasigua region of Kenya, The Kujuwa Initiative - which translates to The Knowledge Initiative - will provide health education for young women who are forced to miss school due to lack of accessible menstrual care products.
VogueThings are changing slowly in a sector that has long described a narrow version of beauty, but more needs to be done to fully catapult it into the 21st century.
The NationalStarting next year, Helsinki Fashion Week will take an active stand against cruelty to animals and the damaging environmental impacts that the use of animal leather brings with it.
PetaMary Sue Papale shares some shocking truths about the fashion industry.
Sustainable BrandsCarlyn Franklin remembers a different time. 'The experience of buying, bonding with the newly acquired item and returning home for the subsequent styling session would signal the beginning of yet another fulfilling relationship.'
The GuardianThe potential rental retail economy is worth around £923 million in the UK alone, according to research from Westfield. With sustainability becoming increasingly important and society becoming more shareable, rental shopping is becoming a likely solution.
Harpers BazaarAn interview with Stella McCartney about her fashion label.
Refinery29Actor Aoibheann McCann leads the way in her fight against waste and fast fashion.
Irish TimesThere needs to be an industry-wide movement to significantly reduce the waste that the textile industry produces.
HuffPostLast week, Burberry’s annual report revealed £28.6 million ($38 million) worth of stock was sent to be incinerated last year. The news has left investors and consumers outraged but comes as little surprise to those in the fashion industry.
Forbes"The M&S Podcast", which is now live on iTunes, will give you a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the British retailer. Each episode focuses on a different topic; from the history of the high street to the issues facing businesses today and sustainable fashion.
Evening StandardJoining forces with London-based boutique Browns, Reformation has created the ultimate summer collection curated from its most coveted styles.
The IndependentThe groundbreaking issue addresses how the fashion industry and consumers can make meaningful changes to the way they work and shop to help the environment.
Elle UKA call for more stylish ethical menswear.
Eco Warrior PrincessModern clothing, bags, and shoes featuring fabrics in traditional patterns is an up-and-coming fashion trend in Myanmar today, one that has seen an increase in employment opportunities for women too.
The IrrawaddyInstead of going backward maybe moving towards technology is the answer for the eradication of fast fashion?
Elle MagazineAdidas is planning to use only recycled polyester in all its shoes and clothing within the next six years in a push to increase the sustainability of its supply chain.
Financial TimesA partnership with the UNECE, FAO and PEFC, the Forests for Fashion initiative is linking forest-based materials from sustainably managed forests with the world of fashion.
PEFCAn interview with Saachi Bahl, who has opened a sustainable multi-brand store in New Delhi, India.
Vogue IndiaFashion brands and designers are still sending out beautiful embossed invitations for their shows. Paul Mclaughlan asks if this is necessary any more.
FashionistaCombining technologies inspired by ancient African wire artistry and 3D printing a new collection of sunglasses that should last a lifetime.
Evening StandardOur reliance on manmade fibres means we're wearing, and washing, an increasing amount of plastic. Jo Salter considers the plastic catastrophe that's lurking in our wardrobes.
Pebble MagazineState of Fashion is the first large-scale international public event that is entirely devoted to sustainable and honest fashion. The first edition will take place from 1 June until 22 July 2018 in the Melkfabriek in Arnhem. Large-scale fashion houses and designers such as G-Star RAW, H&M and Zegna will present their vision on a sustainable future alongside innovative start-ups and designers such as Bruno Pieters, Osklen and Iris van Herpen.
State of FashionLos Angeles company - For Days - rent out their t-shirts. After you are finished with them, they take back the t-shirts. They are then deconstructed into pulp to be made into new t-shirts.
Mind Body GreenMPs are to investigate the environmental impact of throwaway “fast fashion” in the UK amid growing concerns that the multi-billion pound industry is wasting valuable resources and contributing to climate change.
GuardianThe North Face outdoor clothing brand has launched a brand and website selling refurbished North Face clothing. It is in a pilot phase until September. Unfortunately only in the US at the moment, fingers crossed it will be international if the pilot goes well.
The North Face WebsiteOnline luxury fashion retailer Net A Porter is making changes to promote plastic-free living.
GuardianWell this is exciting! A new online shopping tool - entirely geared for the ethical and sustainable market. Create your own wishlists, using images and links from any website. Finally a way to see all your favourite ethical products. It is invite only to start with - click your invitation below!
Atlist InvitationOprah wore a hat she already owned and a dress by Stella McCartney to the biggest wedding this year.
Time MagazineFind out all the sustainable fashion views from the latest Copenhagen Fashion Summit.
RackedMost people have opinions about fur farming for fashion but have you stopped to think about feathers?
GuardianA great piece from the National Geographic about our plastic use and how its taken over the Earth.
National GeographicMajor global brands Nike, H&M, Burberry and Gap have signed up to an initiative that aims to improve the industry’s record on sustainability after a study found less than one percent of clothing is recycled.
ReutersPrince Charles supports the sustainable fashion industry.
GuardianAn interview with Bianca Spender on how she designs with sustainability in mind.
GuardianHave you ever wondered what designer treasures might be hidden in a textile recycling facility? Free #LoveNotLandfill Swap and Style event at LMB Textile Recyclers in East London. An exclusive chance to rummage through thousands of clothes, many unworn. You’ll select outfits with Emma Slade-Edmondson, the stylist behind Back of the Wardrobe and Charity Fashion Live and be photographed by a fashion photographer in your fabulous finds! Bring a bag of unwanted clothes to swap and take your new outfit home for free. Tickets may be purchased via Event Brite. Fully refundable £15 deposit to secure a place. Limited places available.
For #LoveNotLandfill tickets click here. They are £15 but you are refunded the money on the day.H&M are struggling. But is it because we are falling out of love from fast fashion or because there are even faster brands out there? Digital savvy online clothing stores are making fast fashion worse. Read more by clicking the link.
LA TimesPopular secondhand fashion website ThredUP releases a report every year with lots of information, facts and figures about the resale market. They predict in the next 10 years, secondhand fashion purchases will overtake fast fashion!
ThredUP 2018 ReportVegan, ethical, sustainable - it sounds like cork is a winner.
HuffPostAn international trade show that brings forward fashion, trends & design together. 21st and 22nd January in Amsterdam.
Soul SalonA new documentary looking into the food industry has arrived on Netflix. It is six episodes which look mainly at fraud in the global food market. It is a good reminder that we don't always know where our food comes from.
www.netflix.comA one day sustainable fashion event on the 20th January at the University of Exeter. There will be a fit showing and talks from various speakers.
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The Green Edition is a journey to help slow down and appreciate the smaller things in life. With tips for shopping more consciously and simplifying your life.