October 2024
I vowed not to buy new clothes all year. Here’s how it’s going
Our fashion editor swore off shopping for 12 months. She hasn’t been perfect, but she’s made progress.
July 2024
That cool op-shop jacket could earn you carbon credits
Federal regulators are considering a proposal to offer financial incentives to consumers who buy second-hand clothes.
June 2024
France has a plan to end fast fashion – now Australia does too
As cheap clothing clogs landfill, the fix is in: tax it.
April 2024
This Aussie start-up could change fashion forever
Samsara Eco has patented technology that can break down fabric into new yarn, which can be recycled infinitely. Its CEO thinks it could upend the industry.
March 2024
Turning turbines into sneakers: a recycling idea takes flight
Renewable energy giant Acciona was unsure how to dispose of its fibreglass and carbon-fibre wind turbine blades. Its solution came out of the box.
Five hot New Zealand designers to add to your wardrobe
These fashion creatives from across the ditch are redefining Antipodean cool.
February 2024
Plibersek says fashion industry must act on environment, or she will
Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek delivers a call to arms for fashion brands to rethink volume and speed of manufacturing.
November 2023
Why it’s getting harder to find a designer label op-shop bargain
Charities and dedicated boutiques know the value of second-hand luxury goods and are tapping into a growing market for these items.
Sustainable fashion is possible, but not at the pace we’re going
Eva Kruse is the world leader in eco-friendly clothing. She thinks people can change, but need to move much faster than ever before.
How ‘less is more’ became a winning strategy for this Byron Bay label
St. Agni’s version of pared-back perfection is garnering fans on a global scale.
Why these brands don’t believe in cutting new clothes from old cloth
Two companies – one Australian, one in the United Kingdom – are focused on fashioning a better apparel industry. Their first stop: fabrics that are more sustainable.
October 2023
These stylists will help you find a fresh look – but not a new one
“People think the answer is just to buy more and more,” says Simone Oro, one of a number of stylists turning to preloved clothing for their clients.
Why your Lululemon yoga pants could be a good investment
An Australian start-up has found a way to turn plastics otherwise destined for landfill into yoga pants and T-shirts. And fashion brands are seeing an opportunity.
Want to stand out from the crowd? Ditch your bag and get a bilum
Australian textile designer Caroline Sherman is making a difference by taking holdalls from communities in PNG all the way to the Oscars red carpet.
July 2023
The fashion brand selling clothes otherwise destined for the bin
Returns are a headache for retailers and a sustainability nightmare. A pilot program by Kathmandu aims to repair damaged clothing to sell again.
June 2023
Serious question: how often do you wash your jeans?
Some people pop theirs in the freezer to kill germs, while others never wash their beloved denim garments. So, what are the rules?
‘Our responsibility’: Fashion retailers poised to pay landfill levy
Surfwear brand Rip Curl says it wants to be among the first companies to pay a levy designed to unravel fast fashion.
March 2023
Eight wardrobe items that deliver maximum style with minimal effort
Stylists say the secret to a successful wardrobe is investing in ‘iconic’ pieces – but some classics are more deeply embedded in industry lore than others.
February 2023
Celebs are flocking to Heron Island for this invitation-only event
A Heron Island think tank on climate change has become a hot ticket for scientists, Indigenous leaders and creative types.
October 2022
How Country Road is tackling climate change
Fashion makes a sizeable contribution to climate change. The retailer is launching a $1.5m climate fund aimed at projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.