Fixing fashion

By and 2019-10-30T10:27:00

Clothing labels showing the words Wardrobe Warriors

Source: © Lisa Sheehan/Asillo 3D @ Début Art

What’s the environmental impact of our clothes throughout their life cycle?

Cheap clothing has led to a fast fashion attitude – buying items cheaply, wearing once and then throwing away. But that’s not sustainable, or ethical. This article considers the impact of clothing on our environment, assesses the life cycle of a garment, and provides resources to investigate the topic with students aged 14–16.

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