Description
Book SynopsisSustainable Wardrobe provides a straightforward introduction to maintaining a low-waste wardrobe. Breaking down the key issues into easy-to-digest sections and over fifteen practical projects, the book teaches that small changes in habit can result in a more sustainable, eco-friendly wardrobe.
Trade Review“[A] pragmatic debut guide to sustainable fashion…It’s an informative resource for fashionistas looking to dress sustainably without resorting to the “beige, boxy, and boring” repurposed clothes of yesteryear.” * Publishers Weekly *
“This worthwhile read will inspire deeper introspection on creating an eco-friendly closet.” * Booklist *
“Delivered with easy simplicity to make understanding even the most convoluted aspects of the fashion industry possible…With its informative tips and interactive tutorials,
Sustainable Wardrobe is an approachable and fun guide to getting the most out of your wardrobe while living more sustainably.” * ForeWord Reviews *
"Consider this a personal trainer for sustainable fashion and feasible, environmentally friendly lifestyles." * Library Journal *
Table of ContentsIntroduction
The Knowledge The typical lifecycle of a T-shirt
The facts (and the fiction)
Who makes your clothes?
Focus on fabrics
Diving into dyes
Interview: Paola Vega, a garment worker
Reassess Your Wardrobe Taking stock of what you have
The capsule wardrobe: reimagined
Shop your closet
Repurposing
Clearing out
What happens to your cast-offs?
Interview: Liz Ricketts from The Or Foundation
Shopping Habits Consumerism reality check
What is slow fashion?
How to know what to buy
How to read the label
Your guide to greenwashing
Secondhand first
The sharing economy
Shopping and selling online
Interview: Fashion psychologist Dr Dion Terrelonge
Maintenance To wash or not to wash?
What comes out in the wash
Alterations
How to store your clothes
Interview: Alexander Nolte, co-founder of Guppyfriend
Repair The repair revolution
A quick guide to basic mending skills
What to have in your sewing basket
Is anything beyond repair?
Interview: Layla Sargent, founder of The Seam
What’s next?
Index
