fair trade clothing Archives

4 Reasons Why Ethical Brands Should Have Their Own Factory

by Contributor

Nov 14, 2016

This is an opinion piece by Megan Brosterman, co-founder of Victoria Road, a brand which discovers and supports designers and artisans in emerging markets who are creating modern, sophisticated fashion inspired by their vibrant cultures. Thousands of tons of garments wind up in landfills each year, many of them never...

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Green Street Style: Braid and Blouse

by Alden Wicker
Aug 19, 2013

I’ve been keeping my eye on the designs of CrOp by David Peck for some time. Designed and made in Texas, the full line includes ladylike sheaths and maxi dresses, blouses and pencil skirts, and even some vibrant evening gowns. And everything uses low-impact printing methods and organic, fair trade...

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7 Steps to Shopping Ethically + My Favorite Shops and Brands

by Alden Wicker
Jun 13, 2013

No more burying your head in the back of the closet. We’ve come up with seven steps to take to be a more conscious shopper when it comes to environmental and labor concerns (political views of the retailer we’ll save for another day). And thankfully, you don’t have to dress exclusively in potato sacks or tie-dyed yoga pants. Read on for how to get your fashion karma and wear your platforms, too.

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