What is Sustainable Fashion? - Sustainable Fashion, also called eco-fashion and ethical fashion, involves the design and manufacturing of clothing, home furnishings and other textile products in a sustainable manner that takes into account any environmental and socio-economic impacts. The goal is a system that protects the environment, causing minimal to no harm, and promotes social responsibility and ethical treatment of workers.
Sustainable Fashion involves all stages of the product's life cycle from design; selection & production of raw materials; manufacturing;
dyeing/finishing; sewing/assembling; packaging/storing and transportation, and disposal. It may include the use of recycled materials and components; reuse of wastage; and, the careful use of natural resources, such as water, land, soil, plants and animals. From a socio-economic perspective, there is a responsibility to maintain ethical working conditions for workers in the field, the factory and the office, including complying with best practice methods and applicable codes of conduct.
The consumer also has responsibilities: to stay educated and maintain awareness of sustainability issues when making purchases; avoid short-term fads that drive fast fashion; properly caring for and repairing clothing to extend its life; and, recycling, repurposing and donating old garments. You can also let companies and manufacturers know that stainability is important to you, and join organizations that promote sustainability.
SPECIAL FEATURES:
ECO-GLOSSARY Learn terms such as carbon footprint, fast fashion, transparency, recycled & upcycling. Glossary Link
UNIVERSITY RESEARCH
Read below about university research programs involving advances in sustainability, cutting edge textile products & technologies.
Neolast™ - Celanese and UnderArmour announce the development of a more sustainable alternative to spandex/elastane stretch fabrics.
FABRICLINK NETWORK TOP 10 TEXTILE INNOVATION AWARDS - These awards recognize technical & sustainability advancements that advance performance or expand product applications. Review Award Winners Here
NEWS RELEASES - Read recent press releases on sustainable products & technologies, an learn what's new in apparel & textiles.Read the News
CERTIFICATIONS Learn about the various Eco-Certifications & Standards for textiles.
GET INSPIRED & WRITE YOUR OWN SUSTAINABILITY STORY!
Do your part: stay educated and be aware of sustainability issues when making purchases; avoid short-term fads that drive fast fashion; properly care for and repair clothing to extend its life; repurpose and donate old garments. You can also join organizations that promote sustainability & environmental protection.
Helpful Hints & Connections:
How to be a Smart Shopper - Be educated; read labels, know who's making your clothes & what they're made of; avoid buying clothes you may only wear a couple of times.
10 Tips to Make Your Clothes Last Longer - Learn: What to look for in well-made clothes; How to sort, wash & dry items, Remove stains; and, hang & store clothes.
25 Environmental Organizations & Agencies
Get involved and sign up with one of the active notable environmental organizations currently working for green causes, including wildlife preservation, land conservation and climate change prevention.
NEWS & VIEWS
Evrnu creates textile waste production-based yarns, fibers
Evrnu®, a B-corp-certified materials science company based in Seattle, Wash., has developed Nucycl®, an alternative to cotton, nylon and polyester, created from cotton production waste.
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Pioneering a sustainable future: Zulu Kuki and Balena collaborate on BioBased 3D-printed footwear
A 3D-printed modular shoe that merges cutting-edge automotive-inspired design with sustainable innovation.
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US' HealthyBaby launches plastic-neutral and EWG verified SmartyPants
HealthyBaby has launched SmartyPants, the first EWG verified safe and plastic-neutral diapers. In partnership with RePurpose Global, HealthyBaby has prevented over 1 million pounds of plastic from entering the environment.
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Soft N Dry launches tree-free diaper technology ecoLiite Core
Soft N Dry has launched the ecoLiite Core, an advanced tree-free diaper technology designed to enhance absorbency and sustainability. This innovation aligns with the EU Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR) effective January 1, 2025, ensuring compliance for manufacturers and retailers.
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Eco-Innovation In Fabric: The Rise of OEKOtech Textiles
Oekotech fabrics are now widely available and vary from carpets and upholstery to apparel and bedding.
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Technical Textiles: Exploring End-Of-Life Options
New legislation is demanding establishment of recycling hubs throughout Europe. In 2025 in the European Union the problem of garment waste will be proportionately thrown back at the brands putting their products on the market.
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Soft N Dry launches tree-free diaper technology ecoLiite Core
The new ecoLiite Core offers superior performance and sustainability for OEMs and retailer own brands, with a focus on compliance and reporting with the new EU Deforestation-Free Regulation.
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23 DIY Macrame Christmas Ornaments: Easy Holiday Ideas!
Use these ornaments as gift toppers, holiday decor, or hang them on your Christmas tree. These ornaments use simple techniques and knots, and many of them can be made using scrap macramé cord.
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Autoneum bags EcoVadis gold medal for sustainability for second year
As the globally leading supplier in acoustic and thermal management solutions for vehicles, Autoneum recognises its corporate responsibility to continuously improve the sustainability of its products and processes.
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DillySocks launches fully biodegradable collection
D-Compose consists of compostable organic cotton and other biodegradable materials including naNea from OceanSafe.
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