EcoWorldFashion.com BLOG

Just a reminder that ‘when we know better we do better.

Supporting companies with fairtade and ethical policies does help.

Consider also the health benefits for workers from ‘GOTS’- Global Organic Textile Standard producing factories, they do not have to be exposed to toxic chemicals like azo dyes, pesticides in the cotton and formaldehyde and we ALL benefit from that.



We recently were invited ( thanks to Shona: the ethical entrepreneur) to have a stall at World Fairtrade Day in our city, Perth, Western Australia. Sorry no photo yet.

It was a fantastic day interspersed with some serious discussion! Got to meet an amazingly talented fairtrade ethical eco fashion designer Charlene. We now have in stock her recycled denim crocheted wraps that come with a wonderful story behind them.

Babette

Now that we are realising the benefits of organically grown foods, the next step is to look at what we are placing on our skin daily. What is being absorbed, what is irritating and a potential allergen, what are the impacts to our skin and ultimately our health on wearing man-made nylons or polyester, soaked in chemicals (formaldehyde) that are known carcinogens.

For every choice we make there is a consequence. That five dollar t-shirt WILL cost you a lot more than you bargained for. Ask these questions when you choose your next item of clothing:

WHAT is it made of?  If it is not 100% organic cotton, wool or wild silk, just don’t buy it.

WHERE was it made? If it was made in a sweatshop factory or a country with limited controls on the use of chemicals, you can be sure those chemicals will make there way to your body via skin contact and our precious planet.

WHO is running the company designing the clothing? If they CARE for our environment and the HEALTH and SAFETY of people, they will have the appropriate symbols certifying organic and fair-trade principles.

It is time to choose our clothing for ourselves, our children, and the future of the earth with CARE, equipped with the knowledge that our time on this earth is worth asking for the healthiest choice for everyone.

We recommend an online fashion boutique that will be launching in Aug 08 www.ecoworldfashion.com for a range of the best organic and ethical designer clothing for women, men and children.