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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!…
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%!..
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…
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…
What is OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100?
OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 is one of the six standards offered by the OEKO-TEX® Association. The association, which consists of 18 research and test institutes in Europe and Japan, developed universal standards to help companies understand the standards their factories meet. But, what exactly does it mean when you see a brand use STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®?…
REDUCE & REUSE: Swap Your Dress
Bored out of your wardrobe? Can’t see your summer dress any more? Swap dresses with your friend! I was over my bright yellow 100% cotton dress and just swapped it with my friend N during our holiday in Livorno, Italy for a pink knitted dress. By doing this, we are both extending the life-span of our dresses…
What is The GOTS Certification?
Some brands you can find on this website use ‘GOTS certified’ materials. When something is certified, it often already sounds very sustainable, but what does it really mean when something is GOTS certified? This post will give a brief explanation on the origin, meaning and how to recognize a GOTS product…
SISSEL EDELBO Review
SISSEL EDELBO is a Danish brand who repurpose Indian sari’s. Using upcycled materials is one of the most sustainable material choices you can make. When someone is done wearing a garment, it often ends up in landfill or it gets burned. Brands like this are therefore needed to give garments a second life and extend their lifecycles as much as possible. I bought two items from them a while ago. In this review, I’m going to give my thoughts and touch on the brand’s sustainability practices….
What is a Code of Conduct in the fashion industry?
A term you will often see on this website is Code of Conduct. This post will give a quick explanation so you don’t have to open a new tab to look up the term.
According to Oxford Reference the official definition of Code of Conduct is:…
Why “Vegan Leather” is often Greenwashing
Veganism started off as a diet in which any products of animal origin are excluded. Nowadays, the term is much bigger, and it has rather become a lifestyle that involves not using and consuming anything of animal origin. This means, not only a diet but also the clothing you wear. No more leather, wool, silk, fur and down. You can have different reasons and motivations to go vegan. The three main reasons are: animal cruelty, health and environment. If you’re vegan for the animals or the environment, you probably get very excited when finding brands who sell “vegan leather” items…