Tiếng Việt
30 March
30 March is the International Day of Zero Waste. This year’s theme ‘Towards Zero Waste in Fashion and Textiles’ highlights the urgent need to tackle the environmental and social impacts of textile waste.
Did you know?Every year, the fashion industry generates 92 million tonnes of textile waste - that’s equivalent to a truckload being discarded every second! By adopting Zero Waste practices, we can be part of the solution to curb pollution, waste and support sustainable fashion.
1. Find Your Style & Skip Trends
Focus on what you truly enjoy wearing and repeatedly reach for in your closet, rather than chasing fast-changing trends. Invest in high-quality, timeless pieces and durable designs. If you’re drawn to a trending item, wait a few weeks before purchasing to see if you still really want it and will wear it.
Focus on what you truly enjoy wearing and repeatedly reach for in your closet, rather than chasing fast-changing trends. Invest in high-quality, timeless pieces and durable designs. If you’re drawn to a trending item, wait a few weeks before purchasing to see if you still really want it and will wear it.
2. Repair and Revive Your Clothes
Don’t toss clothes at the first sign of wear—learn simple repair techniques or embrace visible mending styles like embroidery or patchwork. These not only extend the life of your garments but add a unique touch to your wardrobe.
Don’t toss clothes at the first sign of wear—learn simple repair techniques or embrace visible mending styles like embroidery or patchwork. These not only extend the life of your garments but add a unique touch to your wardrobe.
3. Restyle and Repurpose
Give old clothes a fresh twist! Experiment with new combinations, layer creatively, accessorize or try DIY projects like upcycling with natural dyes. Turn stained shirts into crop tops or revamp old jeans with hems or distressing.
Give old clothes a fresh twist! Experiment with new combinations, layer creatively, accessorize or try DIY projects like upcycling with natural dyes. Turn stained shirts into crop tops or revamp old jeans with hems or distressing.
4. Repair and Revive Your Clothes
Research brands that prioritize circular practices, such as using recycled materials, ethically sourced textiles or offer take-back programs for old clothes.
Research brands that prioritize circular practices, such as using recycled materials, ethically sourced textiles or offer take-back programs for old clothes.
Small changes lead to big impacts - let's start today with these four simple tips and be part of the movement toward a greener future.Grow your positive impact by spreading the word and sharing these tips with friends!
