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The Row – A brief insight into its ties to ethical garment making and sustainability.
Photo cred: The Row Written by Francesco Pons Fast fashion is bad. Awful. A black hole of consumerism, non-ethical manufacturing, and greed. I dar... -
A contemporary twist to Irish heritage: An interview with Aoife McNamara
Aoife McNamara started her brand in 2019 with the goal of pushing boundaries in the fashion industry and reimagining what sustainable design looks like. Based in Adare, Co. Limerick, where her first ‘innovation hub’ is located, Aoife creates sustainable collections driven by innovative practices and inspired by Ireland’s wild beauty.
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The science behind Hermès' new mushroom-based leather bag
Hermès has relaunched its classic Victoria travel bag, but this time made from a more sustainable alternative: mushrooms. The company collaborated with California-based start-up MycoWorks for the project. But what is the science behind Hermès' new mushroom-based 'leather' bag, and exactly how sustainable is it?
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The Art of Eco-Punk: An Interview with Lucinda Graham
Rag Revolution's Fashion Editor Danielle Olavario interviews Northern Ireland- designer Lucinda Graham discussing sustainable fashion, minimalism, sustainability and established her own brand and starting her business during a pandemic.
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12 Irish Designers To Support This Christmas
While the country is preparing for its second lockdown pre-Christmas, we like to speak about 12 Irish designers who are perfect to shop this Christmas.
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6 Irish Sustainable Fashion Brands That You Need To Support!
Not so long ago there was a mental image conjured up of loose-fitting hemp clothing when “sustainable fashion” was mentioned. The term ... -
5 Sustainable Denim Brands You Need To Know About!
Denim dominates every season, but, before you buy the latest denim trends, consider the environmental impact of each piece. If you’re going to buy an investment piece then consider how many wears or years you will get out of it before you commit to buying. We’ve created a list of 5 sustainable denim brands that are worthwhile considering for your next denim purchase.
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Will COVID-19 disrupt fashion sustainability?
With the rise in awareness in sustainable fashion, the industry has pivoted and is moving towards more ethical productions and environmentally focused practices. Millennials and Gen Z market audiences have set the ethical tone that they expect fashion brands to adhere to.
