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Stories, guides and news from the SANVT team — on fit, materials and the everyday pieces we make.
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In sustainable fashion, it all starts with choosing the right material. Fabrics are one of the most determining factors of the sustainability of an item. The list of innovative, sustainable fabrics keeps on growing: bio-based, recycled, synthetic, semi-synthetic and hightech... Read storySustainability · November 24, 2021
Most sustainable fabrics: 5 of the best natural & synthetic fibres
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When we think about the negative impact of the fashion industry on the environment, the first things that come to mind are overproduction, waste or CO2 emissions. But that’s omitting the often-overlooked consequences of fashion’s colouring processes. In this article,... Read storySustainability · November 1, 2021
The environmental impact of dyes in fashion
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Renting clothes seems like a great idea to address the problem of mass production in fast fashion. Grab your next outfit for a few bucks for a couple of days instead of buying it forever – sounds great, doesn’t it?... Read storySustainability · October 3, 2021
Is renting clothes really sustainable?
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By now, the negative effects of fast fashion on the environment and climate change are an open secret. But as our awareness grows, we still need an answer to question where we can find sustainable fashion. Fast fashion (and greenwashing) is... Read storySustainability · August 21, 2021
Five of the Best Sustainable Fashion Apps
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While the main advantage of slow fashion seems obvious and widely known to most – namely sustainability – there are countless other benefits with deeper implications. That’s why we at SANVT would like to share the 10 advantages of slow fashion that go... Read storySustainability · August 1, 2021
10 advantages of slow fashion
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In February 2021, a new study revealed some promising results: carbon footprint labels on meat caused people to choose items with a smaller environmental impact. Interestingly, even individuals who were trying to avoid this information ended up making better climate choices! At... Read storySustainability · July 27, 2021
Could carbon labels change the way we buy clothes?
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Welcome to the summer. It’s the season that most of us look forward to but that said, we’re now having to contend with increasingly severe temperatures. Which poses a question: what exactly does it take to feel fresh and comfortable... Read storyProduct · July 12, 2021
What Lyocell is and why it works perfectly for Summer Tees
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Can veganism still be considered a “trend?” It’s fair to argue that veganism has outgrown this status and has become a global movement of conscious and ethical consumerism. While veganism had commonly been associated solely with an animal-free diet, vegan... Read storySustainability · July 1, 2021
Why vegan fashion is not always eco-friendly
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When it comes to sustainable looks, it’s all about putting a modern, contemporary spin on timeless essentials. While basics are the backbone of any outfit, we still want to wear more than just a white t-shirt on a daily basis... Read storyInspiration · June 15, 2021
Style Guide: Sustainable looks for summer