June 17, 2008
This is another, comprehensive article looking at several of the impacts surrounding high street fashion. Particularly focused on labour rights, there are examples of ethical stores and quotes from 'scrupulous' high street retailers. It's an interesting read, with plenty of food for thought, however the section which relates best to this blog can be found in the Anna Shepherd segment (see How Green Are My Wellies).
'Aim for a slim, manageable wardrobe containing good quality items that will last, rather than an overflowing dressing up box of poor-quality clothes. By doing this, you will reduce your contribution to the 900,000 tonnes of textile waste that we create in the UK every year, and limit your role in the energy needed to make textiles.'
This 'Buy less but better' idea is also seen in Gok Wan's new Channel 4 series, Gok's Fashion Fix.
'You lot spend on average £1,000 a year just on clothes
and yet you only wear a third of them.'
'I've got a brand new mantra - shop less but wear more.'
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