The term “quiet luxury” has gained popularity in recent years as a way to describe a new trend in luxury consumption. This trend is, allegedly, characterized by a more understated and subtle approach to luxury, where high-end products are bought for their quality and craftsmanship, rather than for their showiness or overt branding. However, the idea of “quiet luxury” is a load of crap because it still relies on buying extremely overpriced things that only the Uber-rich can afford. Firstly, the very notion of “quiet luxury” is flawed because it suggests that luxury consumption can somehow be di ..read more

Yes, this means there are other ones you do know about… such as the garment factory workers in Cambodia and Bangladesh, or the alleged Uygur forced labor camps in China… I was astonished and saddened to learn about the situation of workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), as explained by Siddharth Kara in a recent “The Joe Rogan Experience” episode. Siddharth Kara is a human rights activist and author who has been researching and writing about modern slavery for over two decades. Kara recently wrote a book that focuses on\ the exploitation of workers in the mining industry in the Dem ..read more

Ethical fashion and sustainable fashion are often used interchangeably, but there are some important differences between the two terms. Sustainable fashion is a subset of ethical fashion, as it focuses specifically on environmental sustainability. Ethical fashion, on the other hand, encompasses a wider range of concerns, including human rights and economic development. One key difference between ethical fashion and sustainable fashion is their respective objectives. Sustainable fashion is primarily concerned with reducing the environmental impact of the fashion industry, while ethical fashion ..read more

Ethical fashion refers to the design, production, and distribution of clothing and accessories in a manner that is environmentally and socially responsible. It is a movement that has gained traction in recent years, as consumers have become more aware of the negative impacts of fast fashion and the exploitation of labor in the fashion industry. However, despite the increasing awareness of these issues, the fashion industry has largely remained in a state of inertia when it comes to implementing ethical practices. One of the main reasons for this inertia is the short-term-minded consumer. Many ..read more

adidas x GUCCI is the latest fashion collab announced by the Italian luxury house and the German athleticwear brand. A release date is unknown at the time this post was published. In the midst of a new war and the threat of nuclear debacle, unnecessarily frivolous and expensive fashion (and the content written about it) could be considered tone-deaf. But let me argue that fun and beauty are still appreciated by most humans and that there is an art in letting yourself  “become happy” by looking at colorful, retro-chic, yet sporty clothes. You might see big trefoil leaves logos and GG monog ..read more

It was another Sunday afternoon and I found myself bidding on designer clothes on eBay (again), this time trying to snag a Moncler down puffer coat for under $100, a deal to good to be true (and it was). An impulse that could have only come from the stupid optimism for the new year and the compulsion to set unrealistic goals brought me to think of an unpleasant, somewhat unnecessary yet surprisingly exciting “challenge” style project: to only buy vintage clothes and shos this year. Can it be done? Am I going to hate life from now on? Is this worth the pain in the butt? The purpose: To lower m ..read more

I have to admit the world of fashion collabs has become a bit meh to me. Overshadowed by shameless cash-grabbing influencers and uninventive designs, I am not startled by each fashion house’s latest attempt at uber coolness. But this one deserves a mention and, if I may suggest, a bit of excitement. For what is coolest than the rich kid on the block rubbing elbows with the middle upper-class kids (the dispossessed, the ones who goes to the less expensive private school)? It’s not like anyone can buy a Gucci puffer, but most middle upper-class kids are surely able to splurge on a $150 The North ..read more

Sponsored content. For years, the green space of environmentalism has been stereotyped as a “White Space,” only accounting for the voices and issues of white people. An article by media consultant and writer Rachel Jones talks about how people of color and ethnic groups have been excluded from decisions made towards environmental issues, conservation, and public health. In recent years, minorities have taken it upon themselves to raise their voice, changing the environmentalist space to cater to every race and gender. As a BBC report emphasizes, we need as many people to participa ..read more

OMG, it is taking me SO long to come back to the blog and write about new cool things! I do get discouraged about how little people still seem to care about sustainable and ethical fashion, but every now and then, I get a glimpse of hope when I find new companies doing things right and making products I actually want to wear. There is still hope! My latest discovery is hemp underwear. I had never bought anything like this or even knew hemp underwear was a thing, but I was pleasantly surprised with this company, from the buying experience to the quality of the product. WAMA Underwear makes he ..read more

Everlane doesn’t really do sales. In the past, they have used a “Choose what you pay” model, a clever rebranding of the sale section that better matches the philosophy of the brand: minimalism, quality over quantity and transparent pricing. Well, things change and having a real sale is one of those changes for Everlnane. 152 of this year’s top styles at our best possible prices I’m excited and I hope you are too. A shopping spree might be what we all need to end this unconventional year in peace. Shop the Everlane Sale The post Everlane’s First Real Sale Ever appeared first on Fashionhedge ..read more