There’s no argument: sustainable fashion is becoming trendy. In large part this is due to its increasing support by more and more famous faces. Even Kim Kardashian jumped on the bandwagon when she sported a second-hand dress previously worn by Marilyn Monroe at the 2022 Met Gala in a particularly eye-catching example of reusing vintage […]
Founded by fitness entrepreneur Grace Beverley in 2018, with the aim to create sustainable styles without compromise, TALA has taken on the fashion industry by storm. With the brand expected to be worth almost $547 billion by 2024, it’s clear that they’re on a mission to change the way that consumers look at the fast […]
HERMIT London is a sustainable fashion brand repurposing luxury hotel bed linen into unique, beautiful, and amazingly soft pyjamas.
Many influencers promote big clothing hauls, so it’s refreshing when somebody uses their platform to care for the planet.
Here are some of my top tips for dodging the trends and leading a more conscious lifestyle.
Here are the best shops on Depop right now for your festival looks this summer.
John Lewis department store in Birmingham
H&M’s Cherish Waste collection. Trousers and shirt in printed Naia™ Renew twill.
There are many garments that can be bought on eBay. They may all be sustainable, but let’s be honest, they aren’t all gems.
Mulberry are bringing sustainability into the world of luxury fashion with their Portobello Tote Bag.
An insight into four ethical fashion brands and how each of them are taking responsibility for their environmental and social impact
When we think of activewear, often we think of synthetic fibres and materials which are not good for the environment or our bodies. But in the past few years, we have seen more and more sustainable activewear companies entering the market.
We’ve rounded our top 5 to look out for when you need to purchase some new activewear pieces.
Missguided releases 1,000 new products on its website each week.
PANGAIA: A Technological Disruption of ‘Fast-Fashion’
Top 5 must-follow content creators on Tik Tok who are influencing the modern world on sustainable fashion.
Their sales dramatically sky rocketed through collaborating with the UK’s favourite reality TV show.
After Missguided’s recovery, how can we bring down fast fashion brands that are mistreating our planet and people?
Folk clothes, “A sustainable fashion in timeless designs”
A Gothic themed wedding or a PR stunt aimed to revive Dolce & Gabbana’s scorched reputation?
Love Island’s new fashion partnership with eBay has sent excited shockwaves worldwide. But when a show is tied to the commerce of influencers, how much of an authentic impact on sustainability can this new couple have?
Wearing the same outfit has never been more fashionable, thanks to the Royal Family.
In recent years Depop has gained popularity as a sustainable way to shop for our favourite fashion pieces. The rise of the second-hand shopping platform across generation Z has lead to the question is Depop becoming gentrified?
These sustainable brands are making a convincing case for why using their eco-friendly clothing on TV can be just as fashionable as their fast fashion rivals.
The summer season is nearly here, and if your beachwear needs an update, then these ethical and sustainable brands are ones to watch out for. There will be no £1 bikinis here, all of the brands selected put ethics and sustainability at the forefront of their business.
An insight into the designer and environmental activist, Stella McCartney and the success of her label.
Sojo app encourages circular fashion, one alteration at a time, and has now secured £1.8 million in pre-seed funding.
Four clothing brands furthering the conversation around mental health.
We all know the ‘I don’t have anything to wear’ problem far too well; it’s time to put that to an end.
The sustainability is going to be the best form in fashion trends, just because you can stay fashionable and saving the world, at the same time.
Image Courtesy of The New York Times Culture, Body Positivity and Sustainability. How does the largest event in fashion history track the changes that made fashion contemporary? The Annual Met Gala is confidently the largest event in fashion to date. It is a platform for each designer and fashion house to test and present their […]
Western designers can look to Aboriginal designers for inspiration on how to be more ethical and sustainable,
Selected Gucci stores across the US will start accepting digital currencies as official payment.
A round-up of some of your favourite A-List celebs who are leading the way towards a more sustainable fashion future.
How celebrities dressed this year has taught us more than we could imagine about how fashion is shaping alongside the climate change crisis.
Everything you need to know about how to make the most out of your clothes, whilst doing good for the planet in the process.
Everything you need to know about how to make the most out of your clothes, whilst doing good for the planet in the process.
The Met Gala 2022 was an extraordinary one and many celebrities came out with meaningful messages.
Dressing eco-consciously is now rewarded even more than ever, so we are looking forward to celebrities taking the step towards sustainability.
Dressing eco-consciously is now rewarded even more than ever, so we are looking forward to celebrities taking the step towards sustainability.
Billie Eilish opted for an eco-conscious look this MET Gala 2022 with an upcycled Gucci gown.
Therefore, the EvoluSHEIN products can and will never be sustainable, as long as Shein mass produces on this scale.
What are microplastics, how are they in fleece and what can we do to help the situation?
What are microplastics, how are they in fleece and what can we do to help the situation?
As I sit here writing this, I can’t help but feel excited for this year and what’s to come. It seems that we have finally seen the tail end of the pandemic, that was a tough time for any of us to go through let alone start the new decade that way. What we thought […]
Sustainable can be sexy and Slow Garments brings people and the planet to the front of our minds.
Sustainable can be sexy and Slow Garments brings people and the planet to the front of our minds.
Discover sustainable, elegant and handcrafted accessories and homeware by Raven + Lily.
Leather is a controversial topic, but what if a vegan, plastic-free alternative was available. Introducing Desserto’s leather made from cacti plants, one of the best innovations in sustainable fashion.
Leather is a controversial topic, but what if a vegan, plastic-free alternative was available. Introducing Desserto’s leather made from cacti plants, one of the best innovations in sustainable fashion.
It's evident that a fashion film by definition today is far beyond a commercial which it has been for so long. Now, they are becoming another layer of self-expression. Another medium to explore. another way to explore the combination of film, art, fashion, society and politics.
Your ultimate guide to some of the best ethical and sustainable jewellery brands.
E.L.V Denim - A zero-waste, sustainable clothing and accessories brand in the heart of East London.
Jewellery gifting can be a tricky landscape to navigate unless you invest in jewellery that delivers on quality and isn’t just a pretty object. Ella Palm jewellery is everything you could want to celebrate a special occasion. From design to their slow fashion practices making Ella Palm jewellery, not just a present but one that […]
There may be many ways you are trying to become sustainable in your fashion choices, but have you considered the least obvious; your lingerie.
Fashion houses making lingerie rely primarily on organic fabrics, eschew dyes and chemicals whilst aiming to send zero textile waste to landfills. When you buy a product, you accept its whole life-cycle. Since all women and bra-wearers own lingerie, and everyone owns underwear, sustainable underwear/lingerie can significantly impact a greener world.
Mother-daughter duo Ketevan and Anna are leading the way in the ethical fashion space, with their brand KETEVANNA. A unique bond between the expertise of a mum and the creative direction of her daughter, with a single purpose – “the use the power of fashion to create opportunities for as many women as possible”. To […]
Slow fashion that does not compromise on style. London based social enterprise Birdsong produce their eye-catching collections and wardrobe staples all made-to-order, in protest against the fast nature of the fashion industry. Designed for remarkable women but also made by them. “We know that women want more from their wardrobe but the world of ethical […]
Since their launch in 1999 in Reykjavík, award-winning Icelandic jewellery brand Aurum by Guðbjörg is a company that has consistently demonstrated high standards of environmental responsibility, community involvement and integrity. More than just a name, it is a philosophy: it stands for Ambition, Understanding, Responsibility, Unity and Mindfulness. Founder and designer Guðbjörg’s ethos is based […]
We caught up with founder Clare of Confident Tiger, a brand with no barriers that celebrate your body! To continue reading click here
Robert Ingemarsson founded the brand in 2017 as an antidote to fast fashion and to provide an affordable option in the sustainable fashion space. To continue reading click here
Buying pre-loved jewellery is a guilt-free way to accessorise. There tends to be a lack of transparency around mining practices, from unsanitary working conditions to illegal mines and low wages. Therefore, for those wanting to reduce their impact on the planet, reusing gemstones that have already been extracted reduces the demand for newly mines metals. […]
Inspired by conversations with working women The Array is dedicated to empowering contemporary women through their collections, which are designed by research and every garment is crafted to be as beautiful as it is functional. To continue reading this article click here
Stylish, bold, and conscious, UK brand Plant Faced is representing a new and innovative movement. “We are the global lovechild of fashion, design, art, music, skate, surf, street, tattoo culture, and a plant-based, cruelty-free lifestyle. We are streetwear minus the sweatshop.” The 100% ethical, cruelty-free clothing range aims to spread messages and start conversations. To […]
Sample-cm is a conceptual sportswear label created in 2015 in berlin by the French designer Margot Charbonnier with a dual background in sociology and fashion. To read the full article click here
Streetwear made with a difference. The UK based brand focuses on luxury streetwear that supports artists. GUN AINM was founded by Glasgow based couple Ella d’Aguilar and Cam Friell. The idea is to showcase talented, independent artists through a different medium – streetwear. To continue reading click here
Sunglasses, a true style essential, they may be a small accessory, but they have a large impact. A great pair can instantly elevate your outfit and look, with the best pairs boosting your mood too. To continue reading click here.
Circular fashion is a system that considers the lifecycle of clothing items at every step of the process. The final steps in the circular fashion model are crucial: reuse and recycle. While we are all familiar with the selling on Depop, Ebay or donating to charity shops, what would it be like if we could […]
Amid the pandemic last year, we saw some amazing companies, businesses, and brands emerge, Isla Risa was one of them. Founder Emma Garner after she had found herself furloughed, living with her parents in her childhood home in the countryside, and with ample time on her hands. Not one to sit around and do nothing, […]
The sustainable fashion house that is tackling fashion’s waste crisis. Fanfare Label is a circular clothing brand changing the way people buy, wear & consume clothing. The Award-Winning clothing brand was launched in 2018 by Esther Knight. Offering a simple solution to fashions complex problems. To continue reading click here.
NO MORE is urban jewellery for everyone! Created out of a passion for handcrafting timeless jewellery pieces with an attention to sustainability and quality. Founders Goda and Gintville left their careers to pursue their dream of expressing themselves through the art of jewellery making. The goal is to counter wasteful fast-fashion brands by insisting that […]
Melanie like many of us has a crazy love for clothes, from which her business Curate & Rotate was born. On a trip to LA in 2015 she soon realised her love of fashion translated to an obsession for preloved clothing. Often finding the pieces she wanted to buy unaffordable until discovering the new pathway […]
Nothing gets us excited about AW style quite like a pair of new winter boots. To read this article for free click here.
What does conscious consumption mean? At SABINNA they focus on teaching what conscious consumption means, by making and selling their sustainable fashion and experiences through an educational approach. Founded by double-immigrant Sabinna Rachimova. To continue reading click here.
Shopping local and supporting small is always a sustainable way to invest in your wardrobe. So, upon discovering that naïve knitwear was a South London-based brand, created by Cat, we had to find out more. Cat tells us hows she’s always been drawn to traditional craft techniques, which are by nature inherently sustainable. To continue […]
The story of two activists who have made a name for themselves within the sustainable fashion industry.
The story of two activists who have made a name for themselves within the sustainable fashion industry.
A look behind the fabric used by sustainable fashion brands and designers around the world.
A look behind the fabric used by sustainable fashion brands and designers around the world.
Gaming and High fashion seem like opposite concepts but could fashion within the gaming market offer a sustainable solution to fast fashion?
Gaming and High fashion seem like opposite concepts but could fashion within the gaming market offer a sustainable solution to fast fashion?
The unique collection of bags looking to connect people around the world with “love letters”.
The future of the fashion industry in the hands of designers to implement a circular fashion model.
The eco-conscious POC-owned brand looking to make a positive impact in the jewelry industry.
The eco-conscious POC-owned brand looking to make a positive impact in the jewelry industry.
Paving the way of sustainable digital fashion - the fashion house The Fabricant Studio have created a new collection which allows users to interact and design their own virtual outfits.
After starting the upcycling business during the first lockdown, re_considered has grown immensely insofar as recently being recommended by Vogue. Read along to discover the process of upcycling and how to update your wardrobe whilst helping the environment.
Lyocell is a fantastically innovative closed-loop process which turns wood chips into fibers for clothing garments.
Hack Your Closet is a Swedish-based startup that is disrupting the clothing industry at large. It is a rental clothing service that allows customers to rent clothes on a monthly basis.
The U.K’s largest vintage retailer has partnered up with Sojo, an alterations app.
How does the production of each fiber contribute towards the invisible water crisis?
The Parisian fashion label making beautiful one of a kind reversible pieces.
The notorious fast fashion brand are looking to turn themselves around.
Bamboo fabric is considered to be a more sustainable alternative to cotton, but how sustainable actually is bamboo fabric?
The eco-conscious brand looking to spike our curiosity one question at a time.
The eco-conscious brand looking to spike our curiosity one question at a time.
The Naomi Osaka x Levi’s collection is an exclusive line of upcycled denim that’s been designed by Osaka and the creative team at Levi’s.
Fighters for equity within the fashion space can rejoice — The Bangladesh Accord has not only been renewed, but now also expanded into new countries.
The UN Alliance for Sustainable Fashion is an intiative that was founded in 2019 to specifically target the fast fashion industry and align the industry with the Sustainable Development Goals.
The brand turning post-consumer plastic bottles into high quality activewear.
Ecosia has branched out into the fashion space by launching its first-ever t-shirt fashion collection called Tees4Trees.
SukkhaCitta is an Indonesian slow fashion brand that is 100% committed to sustainable and ethical production of clothing. All clothes are handmade by local indigenous women and their fabrics and dyes are locally sourced. Denica Flesch, founder, is devoted to bringing recognition to the commonly exploited women in the textiles industry and empowering them through SukkhaCitta.
Classic timeless footwear that is comfortable and conscious is what creative director and founder Marre Mujis built her brand around. Essen launched in response to the fast-fashion industry, “I’ve always loved the fashion industry, but I grew increasingly frustrated and creatively exhausted by the relentless cycles and seasons and endless pursuit of newness. I craved […]
We finally got to nail down Michelle Adepoju an old friend and now founder and designer of KÍLÉNTÁR, a brand reinventing the African Fashion space with a modern approach. After so long it was truly lovely to catch up and hear all about Michelle’s amazing travels across Africa to source the perfect materials and ways […]
We rent our homes, cars, phones and more so why not our clothes? It’s no secret that we are a wear-it-once society, that needs to be seen in the latest trends. Our buying habits are ruining our environment and the planet. Throwing away wearable clothes as they are not on trend anymore, but that’s not […]
Clare Lewis founded Retold Vintage after over a decade in the fast fashion industry, re-igniting her passion for vintage in 2018 and then transitioning into the second-hand sector, creating Retold. “I was going through a period of change in my consumer values (I had just left a job spanning 14 years working for a […]
The fashion industry is turning Lesotho’s rivers blue and bleach-like.
Immerging from the UK is By Megan Crosby, a slow made-to-order fashion brand that has taken Instagram by storm since 2019. Bold, bright, and beautiful garments cover the IG page, worn by a delightfully diverse range of models, truly appealing to all who visit. The brand’s ethos is to create items for fashion-loving women […]
For decades, swimsuits have been made from polyester, which is non-biodegradable, bad for the skin, and releases bad plastic-based microfibers into the water. NATASHA TONIĆ launched intending to change women’s swimwear for the better, using hemp fiber. NATASHA TONIĆ swimwear is based around natural hemp fiber that is anti-microbial, UV resistant, durable, and a […]
This is our August issue showcasing all things summer and new, although summer may not be the same as normal, the days are longer and the weather is warmer, the urge to get dressed up and go outside is back. Things are starting to get back to how they should be, restrictions are lifting, and […]
A small town in Italy, Prato, has revolutionised fabric recycling and created sustainable alternatives for fashion brands.
The Ocean Project, at its core, is a company driven by a mission to make a notable difference within the ecosystems of our world’s oceans.
Sustainable Fashion Week is taking place between 11-19 September 2021 is the first fashion week of its kind.
A new report finds that 59% of green claims made by U.K. and European fashion labels are misleading.
Primark, the global and famed fast-fashion retailer based in Ireland, has worked extensively over the last few years to push its sustainable ‘Primark Cares’ collection—which most recently, worked to introduce skinny jeans that were developed in collaboration with material innovators Unifi, Inc and its REPREVE Our Ocean® fiber.
In an effort to help empower local brands within the greater fashion and garment industry, Saudi Arabia has announced a special initiative called the Saudi 100—a program crafted to support designers and provide them with the necessary resources to take their ideas and companies to the next level.
Two-time Grammy-nominated artist, Bebe Rexha, has partnered with Adore Me on the lingerie brand’s first-ever celebrity capsule collection. The exclusive collection aims to encourage women around the world to embrace and spread body positivity through inclusive sizes and styles.
LVMH, a partner of the UNESCO MAB (Man and the Biosphere) program, announced the launch of its latest joint project that’s intended to combat deforestation issues which are currently plaguing the Amazon.
Global Fashion Group recently announced it success in becoming the first major e-commerce fashion and lifestyle retailer in its respect markets to announce full carbon neutrality and use of 100% renewable energy across all of its fulfillment centers.
To celebrate the start of pride month we at Contemporary Fashion wanted to highlight some of the amazing LGBTQIA+ brands that are leading the way in sustainability. Looking at designers and brands who are breaking down gender binaries, creating pieces for the full spectrum of gender, size and ability. Image via @offical_rebrand Instagram […]
Researchers at the University of Rochester have developed a bio-garment made from algae which can address the negative environmental effects brought forth by the fashion industry.
Gina Rodriguez’s lingerie company, Naja, uses eco-conscious fabrics to empower women worldwide and provide them with the resources to become “microentrepreneurs.”
When it comes to sustainable fashion Maggie Hewitt of Maggie Marilyn knows exactly what she’s doing. She has dedicated her entire career to changing the industry for the better. Growing up in a rural, coastal region of New Zealand, Maggie Hewitt’s appreciation for and desire to protect our natural world was intrinsically engrained. Read more…
Swedish-based luxury womenswear label BITE is on a mission to create uncompromisingly sustainable yet thoughtfully designed clothes. Each piece is handcrafted and painstakingly tailored to ensure the perfect fit. Founders William Lundgren and Veronika Kant wanted to create a label that by true actions could set the tone for how sustainable fashion should look and […]
The #PayHer initiative is a campaign which aims to highlight the work done through the PayUp Fashion coalition, including the 7 Actions being demanded from 40 major brands.
Genusee Eyewear is turning plastic water bottles into stylish eyeglass frames that are as chic as they are sustainable. The company achieves this through transitioning the surplus of Flint’s plastic waste into “closed loop eyewear.”
Bethany Williams is a UK-based menswear designer, humanitarian, and artist with a mission to create a positive social and environmental change in the world. Since launching in 2017 the label has grown exponentially, gaining recognition from individuals such as Anna Wintour and Nicolas Ghesquière for her work with homeless shelters, food banks, and recycled garments […]
Photographer – Ali Mitton “Boyish is a collection of sustainable, carbon neutral women’s apparel founded by California native, Jordan Nodarse. Boyish focuses on product quality, fit, and authentic washes to create styles reminiscent of your favourite pair of vintage jeans with an updated, fresh design and feminine fit.” Read more…
Former Game of Thrones star and Emmy-nominated actress, Maisie Williams, has joined H&M as the brand’s first Global Sustainability Ambassador.
When thinking of sustainable underwear, the big cotton ‘Bridget Jones knickers’ comes to mind (which is completely fine if that’s your thing), however, you don’t often think that sexy and sustainable coincide. We have discovered the ultimate responsible lingerie brand that is also stylish and sexy. Meet Troo, founded by South African-born sisters Nic and […]
Set from Christy Dawn Last year was most definitely the year of wearing loungewear, our trusty tracksuits and sweats saw us through months of social-distancing restrictions, national lockdowns and working from home. It goes without saying that we are all still loungewear obsessed, not yet ready to give up our cosy outfits. Which leads us […]
The Danish brand was established in Copenhagen in 1999 by Rikke Baumgarten & Helle Hestehave, after they had graduated from the Royal Danish Academy of Design, where they began their creative partnership. The name Baum und Pferdgarten was created as a light-hearted interplay between their surnames, and it reflects their playful dichotomy, which is echoed […]
Bleusalt truly embodies the natural beauty of Malibu, and the laid-back Californian lifestyle, seen on the likes of Gigi Hadid, Cindy Crawford, and Sofia Richie. Founder and designer Lyndie Benson creates collections of season-less elevated basics, inspired by her surroundings the natural beauty of Malibu. She cares deeply about our ocean and planet and created […]
As we are approaching the sunshine season it’s vital, to find stylish yet sustainable sunglasses to wear, with Bird we have found exactly that. Founded in 2017 by a family of creatives, three brothers Ed, Lawrence, and Paul each with different interests collaborated on a venture combining business, design, and social purpose. The brothers saw […]
BOTTLETOP is sustainable fashion at its finest, the British luxury brand is renowned for its distinctive chain mail bags, crafted from recycled metal ring pulls. When co-founders Cameron Saul and Oliver Wayman launched BOTTLETOP they had a mission to empower people and our planet through sustainable design and creative culture. Read more….
We are just days away from finally being able to have in-person social interactions, venturing outside our houses, and re-entering society. With all these new social plans comes the need for a whole new dress code, the sustainable spring dress. From the 12th of March here in the UK we can finally head to outdoor […]
Mother-daughter duo Kevina and Marisa understand the need for mindfully designed pieces which protect Mother Earth
There’s something beautiful about the mixing of textures and patterns, something designer Aks Mathur does impeccably
Female-founded brand Pure Free Spirit creates artistic and eco-friendly leggings
Thrifted fashion and conscious lifestyle choices with Boston-based influencer Elise St. Espirit
London may finally have an antidote to fast fashion - Valentina Karellas.
A story of tradition and folklore is portrayed in Doussou Traoré’s SS21 collection entitled “The Unwritten Tale”.
Sustainable shopping and conscious consuming doesn’t have to feel sensible and full of neutral tones
Beautifully intricate pieces created from plastic. Jing Wang, Founder of Upcycle with Jing..
Inventive spirit, artisanal know-how, and the plasticity of contemporary art - STUDIO CLANDESTIN.
Momoc shoes are ethically handmade in Elda, a Spanish city in the Valencian community
Straight out of their Vancouver studio, each piece from Delayne Dixon is sustainably handmade-to-order!
Small House - carefully chosen artisan products that are both useful and beautiful, for the home, body and lifestyle
We have found that The Little Dune shop has an amazing range of curated conscious homeware and clothing.
ATU Body Couture produce key pieces which are must-have in any wardrobe.
26-Year Old Coventry Based Jade Finnie Discusses The Importance Of Conscious Fashion And Consuming Choices
We share with you some of our favorite sustainable and ethical gifts.
We spoke with Annabelle Azadé,Annabelle Azadé, the founder of ‘Wear the Future’
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