"Conscious" Fashion
Within the textile industry, pollution is known to be an issue, because textile production involves a number of processes that may use pesticides and chemicals. However, one of this year’s hottest fashion trends is going “green”. Organic shirts and pants can be found in mainstream retail stores. Design companies are using organic cotton for their latest runway shows. In May 2007, Vogue magazine devoted an issue to the so-called “eco-chic”. But how does one make sure that what is labeled “organic” in fact is organic and what are the standards to be met by manufacturers of clothing and fashion?
Continue Reading...