SHELLEY NOVOTNY
Unifying Fashion, Art & Sustainability
Sustainability in Art and Fashion
Sustainable Fashion Essential Information
Green Fashion Week
Sustainable Fashion Week
Redress Design Award
Future Fabrics Expo
Orange Fiber
Sustainably Chic
GoFynd
The Good Trade
Treehugger
The Minimalist Vegan
Fashion Revolution
Textile Exchange
Sustain Your Style
Good On You
Green Matters
Remake Directory
Fashion for Good
Colorfix
Parley the Oceans
Textile Exchange
The Renewal Workshop
Reflaunt
Ecotextile News
Ellen MacArthur Foundation
World of Wearable Art (WOW)
Science Direct Environmental Impact of Textile Reuse and Recycling
Sustainable Fashion Brands Leading the Way
Sustainable Fashion Films and Documentaries
Short and long films curated by Fashion for Good on Instagram to expand your knowledge and fuel your passion for making a difference.
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FILMS:
Fashionscapes (2019) 5-part series
Director: Andrew Morgan
Producer: Livia Firth
Overview: A five-part series that explores various facets of the fashion industry, focusing on sustainability and ethical practices.
Where to Watch: Available on Fashion for Good's Instagram.
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Made in Bangladesh (2019)
Director: Rubaiyat Hossain
Producer: Caitriona Rogerson
Overview: A drama that sheds light on the struggles and empowerment of female garment workers in Bangladesh.
Runtime: 1h 35m
Where to Watch: Available on various streaming platforms such as Amazon Prime.
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The Clothes We Wear (2018)
Producer: DW Documentary
Overview: This short documentary examines the global impact of the fashion industry on workers and the environment.
Runtime: 28 minutes
Where to Watch: Available on YouTube.
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Remake’s ‘Made In’ Series (2020)
Producer: Remake
Overview: An eight-part series that highlights the stories of garment workers around the world, advocating for their rights and safety.
Where to Watch: Available on Remake's website.
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Udita (Rise Up) (2015)
Directors: Hannan Majid and Richard York
Producer: Rainbow Collective
Overview: This documentary follows the lives of female garment workers in Bangladesh as they fight for better working conditions.
Runtime: 1h 15m
Where to Watch: Available on various streaming platforms.
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DOCUMENTARIES:
These films and documentaries are crucial for understanding the impact of fashion on both people and the planet, and they provide a strong foundation for those interested in ethical consumerism and sustainable fashion
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The True Cost (2015)
Overview: This documentary delves into the human and environmental costs of the fast fashion industry, exposing the true price of cheap clothing.
Where to Watch: Available on Netflix and Amazon Prime.
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RiverBlue (2017)
Overview: "RiverBlue" explores the impact of the fashion industry on the world’s rivers, highlighting the pollution caused by the production of fast fashion.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime.
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Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things (2016)
Overview: This documentary explores the benefits of minimalism, including how reducing consumption—especially of fashion—can lead to a more meaningful life.
Where to Watch: Available on Netflix.
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The Next Black (2014)
Overview: This film looks into the future of fashion, examining how technological advancements and sustainable practices are shaping the industry.
Where to Watch: Available on YouTube.
Sustainable Fashion Books and Guides
​These books offer valuable insights into the fashion industry's impact on society and the environment, providing readers with the knowledge to make more informed and ethical fashion choices.
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"Fashionopolis: The Price of Fast Fashion and the Future of Clothes" (2019)
Author: Dana Thomas
Overview: This book explores the dark side of fast fashion, delving into its environmental and human costs. It also highlights the innovators and visionaries who are working to redefine fashion in terms of sustainability and ethics.
Where to Find: Available on Amazon.
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"To Die For: Is Fashion Wearing Out the World?" (2011)
Author: Lucy Siegle
Overview: Lucy Siegle investigates the global fashion industry and its detrimental impact on people and the planet. The book advocates for a more responsible and ethical approach to fashion consumption.
Where to Find: Available on Goodreads.
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"The Conscious Closet: The Revolutionary Guide to Looking Good While Doing Good" (2019)
Author: Elizabeth L. Cline
Overview: This book offers practical advice on how to build a sustainable wardrobe and make more ethical fashion choices without sacrificing style. It serves as a guide for consumers looking to align their fashion choices with their values.
Where to Find: Available on Bookshop.
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"Wardrobe Crisis: How We Went from Sunday Best to Fast Fashion" (2016)
Author: Clare Press
Overview: Clare Press examines the history of fashion, tracing its evolution into today’s fast fashion culture. The book provides insights into how the industry can move towards more sustainable and ethical practices.
Where to Find: Available on Book Depository.