Malu Hernandez

Female model wearing a long black shirt and a white jacket and a beige plaid scarf from sustainable brand A.BCH with black shoes

A.BCH

Based in Australia
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– Women’s, men’s & gender neutral clothing & accessories
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SHIPPING
Australia: $10 shipping fee or free for orders over $250 AUD
New Zealand: $25 shipping fee or free for orders over $250 AUD
International: $45 AUD shipping fee or free for orders over $250 AUD
Additional duties and taxes may apply for international orders

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How Sustainable Is The Big Red Boot From MSCHF? 

In just a matter of weeks, these big red boots have captivated the internet with very mixed opinions and reactions. You either love them or hate them. The cartoon inspired shoes look pretty much identical to the boots Astro Boy wears together with his black underwear, although there are more animated characters you can associate them with. The company who created them mentioned Boots from Dora The Explorer on their website, who also wears bright red boots. But what are the boots made of and what are the downsides of a product suddenly going viral only for it to disappear again months later?…

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How Clothes Are Made: The Entire Production Process 

In a world where clothes are produced in bulk, at high speed and sold for very low prices, it’s hard to imagine all the work behind the products. This disposable fashion culture that we’ve created, has made us devalue clothes and forget how much it takes to produce clothes. It is often underestimated how many resources, machines, people, factories and more are involved. The entire production process from the plant (or the lab) to the end product, probably consists of a lot more steps than you might initially think. This post will show an overview of the main production steps that a clothing item goes through before you end up buying it in the store…

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What is The Fair Wear Foundation?

Some of the brands that are featured on the brand list are members of the Fair Wear Foundation. To be able to hold brands accountable for their environmental impact, it’s important we understand all the terms brands mention when they explain their sustainability efforts. In this post, I’m giving a short explanation of the Fair Wear Foundation so you know what it means when a brand is associated with this company…

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6 Reasons to Avoid Shopping at SHEIN

With the extremely low prices and bad quality clothes, Shein is one of the most harmful brands I’ve ever come across. The fashion industry is the second largest polluter in the world, and Shein is currently the biggest fast fashion retailer. They control 28% of the fast fashion market in the US alone. So you can imagine how big Shein’s contribution is to the pollution in the fashion industry. In this post, I’m listing 6 reasons we should all avoid shopping from this brand and I’m hoping it will inspire you to learn more about sustainable fashion and how to make more conscious shopping decisions…

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30 Sustainable Mini Skirts For Summer 2022

The summer solstice was just a few days ago, and one of the pieces you’ll see a lot in summer 2022, is a mini skirt. Mini skirts first made an appearance in the 60s but the 2022 version is more inspired by the early 2000s: low-waisted and very, very short. Not everyone will feel comfortable wearing a skirt that’s nearly the size of a belt, so I’ve compiled a list of 30 ethical and wearable options that you can also continue wearing after this season if you do a bit of layering….

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The 20+ Best Sustainable Coats And Jackets For Winter 2021

December has started, which means winter is just around the corner. So, it’s time to start looking for a sustainable coat to keep you warm and cosy this winter, while also being mindful of the environment. Keep reading to see a list of 22 coats and jackets for winter 2021. The list features sustainable clothing brands from Europe and the United States. Whether you’re into puffer jackets, shearling style or classic wool coats, there’s something for everyone!…

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Sustainable Black Friday And Cyber Monday 2021 Deals

With Thanksgiving (for all my American and Canadian readers) and Black Friday around the corner, it is time to start preparing our wish list. Black Friday is officially on 26th November, but some brands are starting extra early. As sustainable fashion is often more expensive than fast fashion, this is the perfect time to treat yourself with an eco-friendly item if you’re making the switch to a more ethical wardrobe. On this page, you will see an overview of sustainable clothing brands that are offering Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals this year. Some of them offer discounts up to 50% or even 70%!..

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What is The bluesign Standard?

Before a clothing item ends up in your closet, it has to go through an extensive production process. Many different suppliers and manufacturers are involved in making just 1 product. Maybe this is surprising to hear, but brands often don’t have any idea what goes on in the production of their products. At least not from start to finish. They often don’t know which raw materials, dyes and chemicals their suppliers use to make their designs. This is where bluesign® comes in. This post will give an explanation of this standard, so you will know what brands are talking about when they mention this term on their website…

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10 Sustainable Brands That Offer Plus Sizes

I have to be honest, I never looked into plus size fashion, so I didn’t know how difficult it actually is to find it. I went into this thinking I would just quickly list a few brands who have some nice options for curvy and plus-size women. Turns out, I didn’t have much to choose from. Most sustainable brands stop at size XL, so I can imagine why this would hold you back from shopping sustainably if you have a size bigger. But, the brands that do offer bigger sizes aren’t any less stylish. In this post, you will find 10 sustainable brands who offer sizes above XL…