Tag: Materials

Mend

These materials aren’t as green as they seem

Post author By Clara Murray
Post date 16 June 2021

Almost every day, it seems another big fast fashion brand like H&M, Zara or ASOS launches a ‘green’ collection. Often what sets these clothes apart is the materials used in their production: whether natural fibres like cotton or linen, or recycled textiles. But behind the stylish branding and feel-good vibes, many of these materials are not as eco-friendly as they appear. We’ve rounded up some of the most common offenders to look out for next time you shop new.

Tags Cotton, Materials, Vegan leather, Viscose

Help! Make

Help! Is making my own clothes really the better option?

Post author By Tom Newlove
Post date 15 June 2021

We know that changing your habits to be more sustainable can be full of dilemmas, and fashion can already be a minefield in itself. Unsure how to resist the urge to replace pieces with a bit of wear-and-tear? Perhaps you want some tips on getting into mending and upcycling? Well not to worry, our agony aunt, Uncle Sage will give you all the tips you need.

I’ve recently started sewing and stitching as a hobby and hope to be able to mend and upcycle my pieces. But I’m worried about how much fabric I’m getting through already! How can I make sure I’m being as sustainable as possible?

Tags Materials, upcycling

Vintage Wear

Anna’s story: Why I love wearing real fur

Post author By Anna Prudhomme
Post date 14 June 2021

My love for real fur was triggered at age five or six. When playing in my grandparents’ house with my cousin, we discovered my late grandmother’s wardrobe. It was just incredible. It had silk dresses, high heels and a beautiful cropped white-rabbit-fur jacket. My cousin and I used to dress up and create short films with my aunt’s camera where we would play worldly women. As we were so little, the jacket fitted us like an ankle-length coat and had this regal feeling that we loved so much.

Tags Animal products, fur, Materials, Vintage

Lead Podcast

Common Thread: is it okay to wear plastic?

Post author By Stitch Up! Editors
Post date 10 June 2021

Tune into the first ever episode of our sustainable fashion podcast, Common Thread. This week, we hear from leading environmental journalist Lucy Siegle and the founders of sustainable activewear brand KitChange on the pros and cons of wearing plastic.

Tags activewear, Materials, plastic, textiles