Our visit to NOLA Boutique in Manchester city centre highlighted their dedication to sustainable fashion through the use of deadstock fabrics and local manufacturing. We explored their philosophy of "buy less, buy better," their journey, and their favourite sustainable brands.
Want to support your local community, save money, and be more sustainable? Running a swap shop is the perfect way to achieve that and more. Swap shops are events and places where individuals can exchange items they no longer need or want, promoting a culture of reusing and recycling. As mentioned in our toolkit (check it out here!), you can organise a swap shop between friends, and it doesn’t have to be so formal. But if something a bit more professional is what you’re looking for, then these tips are for you…
Picture a vibrant gathering of sustainability leaders and renowned fashion brands, all converging in the conscious capital of Copenhagen for the prestigious Global Fashion Summit. This dynamic event served as a melting pot of ideas and a platform for discussing the progress and challenges facing the fashion industry's sustainable transformation. As we immersed ourselves in this exciting summit, we eagerly absorbed the highlights to share with sustainability enthusiasts who may be unfamiliar with the ins and outs of the fashion world. So, with that in mind, we have brought together some of the key takeaways that are essential for the future of fashion.
In the past few years, TikTok has become one of the world's most popular applications. From dance routines to food trends, there's nothing you won't find on TikTok. One of its newest features is an e-commerce 'shop'. This shop is described as "an innovative new shopping feature which enables merchants, brands and creators to showcase and sell products directly through TikTok through in-feed videos, LIVEs, and product showcase tab".