Fashion

Are Crocs bad for the environment?

Crocs are a household name and popular shoe. But how do fare in terms of sustainability – are Crocs bad for the environment?

Is hemp sustainable? You bet!

Sales of hemp have increased dramatically – its reputation is improving. Is hemp sustainable?

Is wool eco-friendly? It’s complicated…

Wool is often regarded as having little environmental impact. But is this the full story? Is wool eco-friendly?

Can you compost clothes? It depends…

A huge amount of textiles end up in landfill every single year – and it is growing. As an alternative, can you compost clothes?

Is linen eco-friendly? You bet!

Linen can be found in most rooms in homes across the country. When it comes to its ‘green’ credentials, is linen eco-friendly?

Is nylon biodegradable? Can it be composted?

Nylon is in everything from fishing equipment to clothing! When it comes to the end of its usable like, is nylon biodegradable and fit for the compost pile?

Is nylon bad for the environment?

Nylon can be found in most homes across the country and widely in many industries. But is nylon bad for the environment?

Is silk eco-friendly? It’s complicated!

Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of how their choices affect the planet. In terms of luxury materials – is silk eco-friendly?

Is hemp fabric biodegradable? Can it be composted?

Despite the stigma of hemp, hemp fabric is making a comeback! Great news for the environment but is it biodegradable and compostable?

Is linen biodegradable? Can it be composted?

Like all good things, linen will not last forever. But is linen biodegradable and can it be diverted from the landfill by composting?