You’ve probably heard or used the term sustainable fashion at some point, but what does it mean?
Sustainable fashion refers to clothing that is designed, manufactured, distributed, and used in ways that are environmentally friendly.
Ethical fashion, a related term that is also prevalent in the conscious consumerism world, refers to clothing made in ways that value social welfare and worker rights. (Note: For vegans, ethical fashion may also refer to the avoidance of pelts, leather, and animal fibers in the clothes.)
Because environmentalism goes hand in hand with socially equitable practices, however, ethical and sustainable fashion are intricately tied together.
Below, I first go over why most of fashion is not sustainable today, and then I offer simple tips you can keep in mind to support a more environmentally friendly fashion industry.
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