What is Circular Fashion? Circular Fashion is a relatively new concept that was introduced in 2014 by sustainability expert Anna Brismar. This blog article talks about the main ways that Miik embraces Circular Fashion, plus tons of tips and tricks for implementing this idea into your own closet too!
Listen friends, we're no strangers to the fact that made in Canada clothing costs significantly more than fast fashion brands. But we CAN guarantee you that in the long run, ours will cost you the same, if not LESS than that $25 t-shirt you buy online or at your local shopping mall. Wait, come again? Yes, it's true! Let's break it down together.
What is Fashion Revolution?
On April 24, 2013, more than 1,100 people were killed and many more were injured when Rana Plaza, an eight-storey building housing a garment factory, collapsed in Bangladesh. The event sparked worldwide discussion about the safety and wellbeing of garment industry workers and the conditions they are forced to endure. From this tragedy, Fashion Revolution was born and has since grown into a global movement to raise awareness of the social and environmental impacts of the fashion industry.
What's the difference between slow fashion and fast fashion?
North Americans have fallen into a dangerous habit and desire for "fast fashion" – apparel that’s made cheaply overseas and sold inexpensively where the merchandise is constantly being replenished with newer, trendier items.
