Yes, lock-down in Australia is here for Winter. While we transition from anticipating the reopening of our favourite op-shops or bars, to settle in for another month or so of zoom+wine sessions and cosy cuddles with the cat or dog, we created a list of woke, self-care and sustainable Winter Read more…
Sustainable fashion is a movement that the thrift-shop loving community have staunchly supported for decades. A new report by resale marketplace thredUP has announced that the secondhand clothing market is growing 21 times faster than retail, as pre-loved fashion moves from niche to norm. Even more groundbreaking is this sustainable fashion Read more…
by Sophie Newman At Ethical Fashion Review for the past 3 years we have tried, and failed, to find an ethical and sustainable angle to cover for Australia’s MBFWA Fashion Week. This year we’re sharing what we’ve learned in an attempt to to spark greater conversation instead of the usual Read more…
Are you a fashion student, emerging designer, or just looking for greater recognition for your brand? For new designers, getting an enterprise or career off the ground can be challenging, so it’s important to maximise every opportunity available, to be seen and make a name for yourself in the intricate Read more…
A carefully curated who’s who of sustainable-fashion influence and media attended an intimate dinner at Sydney’s the Acre last week, introducing Australian retailer the Iconic’s first foray into value-driven shopping. It wasn’t long ago that boutique-startup come household name The Iconic, was celebrating an increase in market share, with 15% of all households Read more…
The myth that ethical fashion equals boring or wearing a uniform has been vanquished by covetable designs and sustainable innovation. We live for fashion while not compromising on values for people and environment, and show how to bring trends into your regular wardrobe in creative and sustainable ways. About trends Read more…
With growing access to research and reports, excuses are thinning for consumers, and non-existent for brands claiming to be ignorant of exploitation and slavery throughout the fashion supply chain. A recent report released by Oxfam Australia – Made in Poverty, The True Price of Fashion, provides one of the most comprehensive looks Read more…
The season of Autumn brings a cool relief from Summer’s heat, and a fresh focus on seasonal eating, health, well-being, and some light additional clothing layers. The thing we love most about Autumn is the balance between activity and recovery, like brisk outdoor walks followed by cosying up with a Read more…
Are you saving the environment while saving your clothing? Win-win! Making Your Own Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergent will not only save you money, but reduce exposure to chemicals for you, your family, pets and the planet. Eco-fact: By cutting down on harsh detergents and reducing your eco-footprint, you’re simultaneously extending the life Read more…
“Never again will I take for granted the simple act of putting on shoes, knowing first-hand the amount of effort that goes into making them”, was the mindset we gained after attending one of The Shoe Camaraderie’s recent sandal-making workshops in Melbourne.