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Making sustainable fashion a way of life |
Article Submitted by: Craig Cole
Thursday, 18 March 2010
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Sustainable fashion - it certainly sounds good, but what is it and what does it mean for the environment and for your wardrobe? Truly green fabric and fibers are produced organically, without the use of chemicals, pesticides or anything that is harmful to the environment. Organic cotton for example comes from plants that have not been genetically modified or grown in soil which has been treated with pesticides or chemical fertilisers. More and more people are becoming aware of the effect humans have had, and are having, on the environment, and also of the changes we need to make to ensure the Earth is habitable for future generations. Everyone can play their part, whether that's by doing something as simple as recycling or buying organic products. Because more people are showing interest in buying organic items, the range of goods that are available in the UK is growing every single month. You can now log onto the internet and within a few clicks find an online retailer that sells a range of organic clothing from tops and skirts to trainers. Many online retailers that stock organic clothing also carry a range of Fairtrade clothes. There are now over 4,500 different types of products in the UK that carry the Fairtrade mark, which ensures a better, fairer deal for producers in the third world, workers and their communities. At one time when the idea of Fairtrade and organic clothing was still in its infancy, the choice of available styles and materials was limited. Thankfully that is no longer the case and you can find a huge choice both online and on the high street. From hoodies and T-shirts right down to knickers and socks, the choice of Fairtrade and organic clothing is huge. And the added bonus is that not only do you come away with new clothes for your wardrobe, you'll also be helping to support workers in developing countries. Fair trade should be a right not a privilege and the more people in the UK who subscribe to the ideals and philosophy behind it, the better. If you're keen to find out more about ethical clothing and womens as well as mens clothing then have a browse online and you're sure to come across the UK's leading online retailers who don't just sell clothes but actually care about where they've come from, how they've been produced and what effect they've had on the world. Article Source: http://www.ArticleBlast.com |
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