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We write articles on sustainability with a focus on sustainable fashion, or better apparel. Dress Ecode News is a slow and independent source of information with the purpose of understanding how to dress (and live) in a sustainable and responsible way, without giving up on style and without having to resort to expensive purchases. Our articles are not sponsored because we want to freely provide you with information (if we decide to write for a sponsor, you will find it indicated).
“You’re Obese”: The Dark Tale of the Workers Behind the Glitter
When fashion forgets who sews it In the 1960s and 1970s, female textile workers in Reggio Emilia went on strike…
Why Do We Buy Fast Fashion? The Key to Changing Purchasing Behaviors
A recent Spanish study analyzes how education and social norms influence fast fashion purchasing choices. Discover what could be the…
Silk waste between innovation and sustainability: interview with Cosetex
Silk is synonymous with luxury and glamour, but did you know that it can also be an innovative and environmentally…
Fashion and sustainability regulations: risks, sanctions and opportunities
It is not enough to create products in a greener and more ethical way. There are other steps needed in…
Cultural Appropriation in Fashion: A Guide to an Ethical and Sustainable Fashion System
Fashion often draws inspiration from different cultures, but when it happens without recognition or financial compensation, it risks slipping into…
India and fashion: what point is sustainability at?
When we think of India, we imagine traditions, colors and craftsmanship, but do we connect it with sustainability? What if…
At the Hemp Museum to discover the history, traditions, techniques and curiosities of an extraordinary fibre
“I want to dress all in hemp,” said Totò. Those were the times when advertising urged people not to let…
The Gentle Revolution of Slow Fiber
In this episode we meet Dario Casalini, founder of Slow Fiber, the project created in collaboration between Slow Food Italy…
Tackling Textile Waste in Europe – Germany, France and Italy under the loop
Textile waste has become an increasingly urgent environmental issue in Europe and globally, fuelled by the rise of (ultra) fast…
The fashion of reuse enchants Frasso Sabino: the most awaited upcycling show
Frasso Sabino, a charming village in the province of Rieti, once again hosted an event that blends creativity and sustainability:…
