Eco fashion didn’t just come about: certain people got the sewing machines in motion, bringing the benefits of green clothing our way. One of these inspiring women and eco pioneer, is Lynda Grose.
ANTHROPOLOGIE has partnered with eco-ethical company Rags2Riches on a capsule collection. The line – which is available to buy online now – features three brightly coloured woven bags.
Stella McCartney, has recently launched recycled faux-python bags that are made in Africa! This British designer, famous for her commitment to animal rights and vegetarian lifestyle, is an industry leader in creating eco non-leather shoes and handbags.
Making use of discarded clothing, excess fabric and designs from decades past the Asos Green Room presents Reclaimed Vintage. Sourced by a team of ‘vintage experts who trawl the world’s house clearances, garages and warehouse sales, reworking pieces alongside authentic vintage finds’.
Topshop has reunited with Orsola de Castro’s Reclaim to Wear initiative for a second collection of womenswear derived from upcycled materials, including production offcuts and surplus stock otherwise bound for the landfill.
Rachel Santos made fashion history on Wednesday when her upcycled bucket purse took home the prize for “Timberland Best Green Handbag” at the Seventh Annual Independent Handbag Design Awards.
Shocked by the price of Vivienne Westwood’s high-end clothing? You’re supposed to, says the legendary British designer.
Japanese retailer Muji is planning to start an eco friendly natural dyeing plant in Cambodia. The lifestyle brand that sells a large variety of household and consumer goods including home textiles and clothing for men and women has been promoting an eco friendly dyeing process with natural materials since 2012.
Ethical fashion e-tailers, HELPSY was founded on the belief that design-forward, cutting-edge fashion can have a social impact, 100% of the time.
Lily Cole has launched an eco-friendly jewellery collection, creating a line of pendants, rings and bracelets. The collection, launched last week in partnership with stylistpick.com, is made using Amazonian wild rubber.