Opinions on Ethical Fashion Issues

By Sophia Smith, an Aussie with a passion for sustainable fashion. Sustainability has been one of the top buzzwords in the fashion industry, but big systemic changes are certainly easier said

Ethical Brands Opinions

Better Together: Fashion, Feminism, and Philanthropy

July 10, 2018 by Scout

One woman’s fierce quest to fight sex trafficking with sales from modern porcelain jewelry. This is the first post in Scout’s series on feminist fashion.

Fashion Interviews Opinions

What Does ‘Artisan-Made’ Fashion Mean Today?

January 5, 2018 by Kasi

Artisan-made fashion is in vogue but can we define it? What does it take? And how can we tell if it’s real? I talk to three pioneering brands to find out the answers.

Fashion Opinions

The Truth About H&M’s “Sustainable Fashion”

October 4, 2017 by Contributor

Is the world’s second-largest fast-fashion brand a mess of conscious contradictions or the only big business making sustainable fashion mainstream? Nadia Dawisha reports.

Lifestyle Opinions

Is Method Soap Really Ethical?

September 17, 2017 by Contributor

Francesca Willow investigates the ethics and sustainability of home cleaning megabrand Method and its sister company, Ecover.

Fashion Opinions

The Ocean Is Paying The Price for Our Athleisure Addiction

August 1, 2017 by Contributor

There’s a new plastic scourge on the ocean. In the U.S., it’s a bigger problem than plastic water bottles, fishing nets, and other of the common plastic debris you see on the beach. Yet it’s invisible to the naked eye. Shocker: it’s coming from our clothes.

Lifestyle Opinions

If Activism Is The New Brunch, Can You Do All-You-Can-Eat?

June 28, 2017 by Kasi

With social and political engagement on the rise, disillusionment is a real danger. Here’s how to stay sane and avoid burnout while you fight the good fight.

Opinions

Is the US Good at Sustainable Fashion?

June 19, 2017 by Kasi

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