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Half of UK fast fashion is made from new plastics

Almost half of women’s clothing for sale on UK fast fashion sites is made entirely from new plastics like polyester, nylon, elastane and acrylic, according to a new study.

Researchers from the RSA looked at over 10,000 “new in” items for sale on ASOS, Boohoo, Missguided and PrettyLittleThing in May, finding 49% were made completely from synthetic fibres derived from fossil fuels.

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Common Thread: is it okay to wear plastic?

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.