Deep in my latest social justice kick, I have turned my considerations from manicures to eco fashion clothing production. So, what does that have to do with me, you ask? Try the exercise below.
First, go through your closet and check the labels on your clothing.
Second, separate your various styles of black leggings stylish, graphic-print summer wear collection by country of origin.
Third, look for a pattern. It will likely look something like this:
The garment production industry is totally un-fabulous. In fact, environmental and social consequences of clothing production in this world are horrifying. For example, did you know it takes 200 tons of water to dye 1 ton of fabric? Check out more unbelievable statistics about water consumption, waste production of fashion production here.
So, how can we make fashion more “deep fabulous”? (Because shallow fabulous is gross, like when Tara Reid flashed her weird fake boob) There are some awesome companies practicing something called “green fashion”. Think sustainable, fair-trade, organic fashion. Have a picture in your mind? Does it look like this?
Get these creepy-looking old people (sorry) out of your head. Instead, start thinking about Stella McCartney. Mina & Olya and yes, even H&M. Check out some looks from elle.com below:
Check out ecofashionworld.com for some brand suggestions. Remember, you have a choice about the industries that you support in the world. In manicures, you promote livable wage by leaving a tip. If you’re shopping, you promote environmental sustainability by buying brands that use eco-friendly materials.
To sum it up…sustainability is fabulous!
Thanks to Becca McHaffie for the banner image!