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While we’re in the midst of fashion-month, sustainable fashion is being talked about more so than ever. The New York Times questioned, “What makes sustainable fashion?” We saw carbon-neutral and plastic-free shows but also watched Coach send shearling clad models down the runway and touted it as sustainable if you consider it an investment piece. The jury is still out on what qualifies any piece of new clothing as “sustainable.” Fact: The most sustainable clothes are the ones you already own. Either way, I agree with the conclusion The Cut came to, Fashion Week is just not sustainable. However, it’s important to call out brands that are trying to be better, so we can all learn from each other and push the needle towards a better future.
in the news now…
Rumor has it, Phoebe Philo is returning, and this time with an eco-focused essentials line 🙏🏼
Prada and UNESCO partner to develop an education program on the “importance of adopting more responsible and mindful behavior towards the ocean”
Nike gets ready to debut new their latest in sustainable sneakers at Tokyo 2020, including the new VaporMax 2020 made with 75% recycled manufacturing waste and the Space Hippie collection designed with scrap materials from factory floors 👟
Delta vows to go carbon-neutral but recognizes that alone that isn’t enough ✈️
Adidas kept 1.8 million plastic water bottles out of the ocean by building a football field 🏈
Jane Fonda recycled her Oscars dress after making a commitment to no new clothes in part of climate activism. She has been arrested 5 times already during Fire Drill Fridays.
Elizabeth Cline wrote a guide on how to recycle shoes. Key takeaway: there is a strong chance they will end up in a landfill, so either donate or bring somewhere to be properly recycled -Asics stores are collecting shoes and clothes from any brand to be recycled in partnership with I:CO. Don’t forget to tie the laces together so they have a higher chance at a second life!
Climate Five made a web extension to block sites that support climate denial 🛑
DeliverZero is taking a stab at a much needed zero-waste food delivery program. In NY alone almost a billion takeout containers are thrown out a year 😳
Healthy-ish came out with a guide for eating for the Planet, without stressing out
The funkier the better? Is Natural Wine better for our planet? We hope so 🍷
Michelin introduced the sustainability clover, awarding chefs committed to preserving the environment
Mars, of snickers fame, commits $1 billion to become “Sustainable in a Generation” 🍫