What is Slow Fashion?
Slow fashion is good for the world in several ways. First, it promotes sustainable production practices that minimize waste and reduce the carbon footprint of the fashion industry. Slow fashion brands prioritize the use of natural and organic fibres such as Bamboo Rayon, Cotton, Hemp and Linen.
Slow fashion values ethical practices, such as fair labor and safe working conditions for garment workers. Slow fashion brands include wearable art clothing brands like Blackford Design where all the products are made by the artist. Also slow fashion brands often work with local artisans and craftspeople, preserving traditional techniques and supporting local communities
Slow fashion encourages consumers to make conscious choices when it comes to purchasing clothing, emphasizing the importance of longevity and quality over fast trends and cheap prices.
In summary, slow fashion promotes sustainable and ethical practices in the fashion industry, reducing waste and carbon emissions, supporting local communities, and encouraging consumers to make mindful choices when it comes to purchasing clothing. By prioritizing quality over quantity, slow fashion offers a more sustainable and responsible alternative to fast fashion
- Stephanie Blackford