More conscious factors of sustainability and consumption.
"According to EarthPledge, a non-profit organization committed to promoting and supporting sustainable development: "at least 8,000 chemicals are used to convert raw materials into textiles and 25% of pesticides are used to grow non-organic cotton. This causes irreversible damage to people and the biophysical environment, and also two thirds of the garments' carbon footprint will occur after their purchase".
How many of us have made conscious purchases???!
Well, we are few after comparing for many years in the big fashion chains in charge of mass reproduction, of thousands and thousands of garments. many of these manufactured in China, India and Bangladesh to name a few.
The wastewater from this process contains numerous contaminants, such as antimony, with dyes, azo dyes, causing DNA damage. Nonylphenol ethoxylates, phthalates, chromium VI, heavy metals, alkylphenols, formaldehyde Amines are also used, potentially toxic products such as trace elements, flame retardants or certain pigments are used for dyes in some garments that could lead to potential systemic risks, and even mean "cancer risks etc. ingredients that become common components present in the garments we use every day.
The use of pesticides to obtain the cotton is added to the manufacturing processes. About 2.5 percent of the world's arable land is used to grow cotton. to cotton plantations that consume, in turn, 25 percent of the pesticides used globally. and that's not all, once manufactured, the substances used in their production do not disappear completely after distribution and sale. Scientists have been analyzing for years what happens when the final consumer is exposed to these textiles can have allergic reactions.
Wow is like a plop! After understanding all this process that involves the production of a garment, and especially to become aware of the damage we are proving to the environment.
I started to make more responsible purchases, adopted good practices such, even every day I tray the reduce the use of plastic and recycle. According to some publications made by different companies that are part of this growing philosophy of sustainability, and only 68% of consumers agree that governments should ensure that clothing is produced in a sustainable way. Only 75% of consumers believe that brands can protect the environment and verify each stage of manufacturing their products. It is important that fashion brands reduce their long-term impact on the world, thus contributing to poverty reduction, impact on climate change, environmental protection and gender equality.
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Only 1 in 3 consumers consider environmental and social impact when they do conscious purchases, here are some sustainability practices that will help you have a healthier and more conscious lifestyle.
Opting to buy second-hand (second hand) items. in vintage stores. there are also some Apps designed to share and give away the clothes you no longer use. it is an excellent way to extend their time of use.
Before you buy ask yourself if "We really need this, and not just buy for the sake of buying.
Looking at the labels is a necessary act to know the composition of the garments and thus obtain information regarding their nature and how the raw material has been treated.
Put a limit on your monthly purchases. $$$ make a budget.
Read more about sustainable designers.
Program activities to order your closet and donate (you can) what you no longer use.
If you are going to buy, make sure it is one of the eco-conscious brands you know.
It is also an option to rent, there are some Apps like: https://www.renttherunway.com/memberships , https://www.nyandcompanycloset.com/a/clothing/dresses?pnum=2, https://tulerie.com/collections/tulerie-closet you can pay a monthly or annual membership and receive unlimited clothing. ;)
Create awareness Find out the stories behind the clothes you buy, change the lives of workers and care for the environment.
Take a chance and redesign clothes you no longer wear and create other styles.
Also an option to Rent, there are some Apps like: https://www.renttherunway.com/memberships,https://www.nyandcompanycloset.com/a/clothing/dresses?pnum=2, https://tulerie.com/collections/tulerie-closet can pay a monthly or annual membership, and you get unlimited clothes. ;)
Create awareness find out the stories behind the garment you buy, change the lives of workers and take care of the environment.
Take the risk and redesign garments you no longer wear and create other styles.
“I like my money where I can see it. Hanging in my closet”
by Sex and The City’s heroine Carrie Bradshaw”:
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