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Giving sustainable clothing a grade is a tricky business

Posted by Rose on 5th Aug 2021

Measuring the ways sustainable clothing benefits the environment is downplayed by the Higg Index, the sustainability yardstick big manufacturers use. Have you heard of the Higg Index? … read more

Fashion shoppers are turning away from the trendy as they opt for classic styles

Posted by Rose on 12th Jul 2021

Artisan made clothing like the Sympatico collection is becoming more mainstream as consumers increasingly reject fast fashion. You may not consider yourself a trendsetter, but the reality is that … read more

Eco-friendly clothing is the solution to microfiber pollution

Posted by Rose on 18th Jun 2021

The good news is wearing eco-friendly clothing helps eliminate the problem. Rose Gerstner is the founder of Sympatico, a sustainable collection of eco-friendly hemp and Tencel skirts, tops, and … read more

When “new” matters

Posted by Rose on 5th Jun 2021

This sustainable clothing maker takes a more nuanced look at the positive aspects of newness. Anastacia in a Paprika Princess Top and Grey Fog Flip Skirt . How do you fee … read more

Microbusinesses matter more than you think

Posted by Rose on 3rd May 2021

Sustainable fashion brands are leading the way in championing artisan made clothing. In the late 1970s I was part of a rural cottage industry that depended on a network of home-based stitchers … read more

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