thepeahen, Author at The Peahen

Opinion Personal

Is the US Good at Sustainable Fashion?

June 19, 2017 by thepeahen

Watch my lecture from Global Sustainable Fashion Week to find out how the US compares and see eco designs from across the globe.

Review Wardrobe

Sustainable Design, Euro Sensibility: Wils Fabrik Watches

April 26, 2017 by thepeahen

When you start typing, writing or drawing do you remove your watch because it gets in your way? Does your wrist get sweaty in the summer or frozen in the

Guide Wardrobe

This Fabric Could Make Plant-Based Dressing a Real Thing

April 15, 2017 by thepeahen

A guest post by Summer Edwards about the benefits and environmental impacts of ‘vegan cashmere’ aka, soysilk. Can this wonder thread help you build a plant-based wardrobe?

Happenings

I’m Starting a Revolution

April 2, 2017 by thepeahen

Fashion Revolution ATX calls on the city to join the global movement that is radically changing the way clothes are sourced, produced and purchased.

Opinion

Women have potential beyond the factory floor: This Bangladeshi Initiative is Changing the Game

March 5, 2017 by thepeahen

Pathways for Promise is on a mission to identify talented Bangladeshi garment workers and empower their career advancement through education.

Review Wardrobe

Hey Minimalists: This Is The Only Garment You Need

February 28, 2017 by thepeahen

Forget #30wears and basics, it’s time for complete wardrobe freedom! Encircled’s Chrysalis Cardi is a chic multiway garment you can style 6 ways. Be more with less.

Interview

WHY THE PARIS AGREEMENT MATTERS: UNDP CLIMATE CHANGE ADVISOR CASSIE FLYNN TELLS THE PEAHEN

February 27, 2017 by thepeahen

An interview about the UN’s plans to address climate change through The Paris Agreement and how we can help as consumers.

Opinion

Why food has fair trade labels, but clothes don’t

January 23, 2017 by thepeahen

If you read your food labels or hunt for the tag inside your clothes, you’ve probably asked this question. So why is it so hard to find fair trade clothing?

Lifestyle Opinion Personal

What I Learned About Second-hand Clothing in Costa Rica

January 9, 2017 by thepeahen

Second-hand clothing is not always an ethical option, especially when it comes to global trade. What I learned in Costa Rica tells the tale.