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Is it recycled? Is it recyclable? A shopper’s guide to synthetic fabrics - Kyna Intel, 2023-03-24T15:40:28+07:00

"From acetate to bamboo to cupro, there’s an entire alphabet of fibre types on modern garment care labels. Here’s what those names really mean. It can often ...

Is it time to ditch the “deliberately distressed” aesthetic? - Kyna Intel, 2022-05-12T14:06:27+07:00

"Balenciaga’s latest campaign has caused quite the stir on social media, featuring pairs of dirty, completely worn out sneakers that you might expect to see ...

Is it time to label our clothes for ethical manufacturing like we label our food? - Kyna Intel, 2021-08-19T15:13:33+07:00

"If you picked up a $5 T-shirt at your local store, and it was clearly labelled as ‘made by slave labour’, would you buy it? Current labelling regulations in ...

Is leather being left behind by the fashion industry? - Kyna Intel, 2021-09-03T15:06:24+07:00

"Legitimate or not, the fashion industry’s eco-friendly campaigns have often left leather behind, but what can we do about it? On an almost daily basis here at ...

Is leather sustainable? Here’s Nisolo’s holistic approach to using it - Kyna Intel, 2021-09-20T19:20:23+07:00

"Few things divide sustainability-focused fashion shoppers like leather. While it’s got plenty going for it — it is natural, durable, and takes very little ...

Is linen the future of textiles made in France? - Kyna Intel, 2021-09-29T15:47:24+07:00

"Insulating and hypoallergenic, natural flax fiber has met with real success. The plant is cultivated in the northwest of France. It is ecological, and unlike ...

Is Lululemon ethical? Our breakdown + 4 alternatives - Kyna Intel, 2021-06-16T18:18:05+07:00

"Lululemon is a well-known brand. They create high-end menswear and womenswear, including leggings, sports tops, and much more. But, is Lululemon sustainable? ...

Is luxury rental a boom or bust economy in China? - Kyna Intel, 2021-11-25T15:57:12+07:00

"Key Takeaways: The sharing economy has been firmly established in China, and consumers are already familiar with an array of daily sharing services that offer ...

Is Made in America ethical? + 9 clothing brands ethically made in USA - Kyna Intel, 2023-01-03T09:21:59+07:00

"You have most likely noticed products marketed with the label “Made in America.” And you might have assumed high ethical standards and imagined factories ...

Is mushroom “leather” the future of sustainable fashion? It’s complicated - Kyna Intel, 2021-12-06T07:48:09+07:00

"Is mushroom leather the future of sustainable fashion then? It’s complicated. For one, each company has its own formula for growing and processing mycelium, ...