RESOURCES

We all engage with information in different ways so we’ve created signposts to a range of sources of information and skills learning.

OUR LIBRARY

When you have time for a good read, we recommend some of these wonderful books.

Aja covers some heavy topics here in a light, easy to follow narrative. Essential to help understand more about the impacts we have as consumers.

Journalist Lauren Bravo loves clothes more than anything, but she's called time on her affair with fast fashion in search of a slower, saner way of dressing. In this book, she'll help you do the same.

Part guide and part manifesto, this book shares stories of our interconnectedness with the natural world and each other. *It is a* roadmap for new ways of doing fashion

Drawing on Dr Jenny Goodman's 20+ years' experience as a medical doctor, lecturer and qualified nutritionist, Staying Alive in Toxic Times sets out exactly what to eat in order to live our healthiest lives, and how to adapt our lifestyle according to the season we are in.

In this personal investigation into ethical and traceable leather, fashion designer Alice Robinson begins a ground-breaking journey into the origin story of leather and its connection to food and farming.

An exploration of fibres and fabrics through the centuries, and what their creation meant meant for people making them, in their communities. From ancient fibres found in caves through bast, cotton, silk, woollen sails… to the 21st century.

INFORMATION AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

Here you will find some online sources of the latest industry updates from independent campaigners and organisations.

Formed in 1989, these are the largest international union of labour workers and non-governmental organisations in the fashion industry. Their primary focus is to improve working conditions.

Remake is a global advocacy organization fighting for fair pay and climate justice in the clothing industry. They have built an international network of citizens, press, legislators and union leaders to connect the industry’s biggest problems with viable solutions.

Texture Exchange is a global non-profit driving positive action on climate change across the fashion, textile, and apparel industry. They guide and support a growing community of brands, retailers, manufacturers, farmers, and others committed to climate action toward more purposeful production, right from the start of the supply chain.

Fashion Roundtable is the only think tank dedicated to reimagining a responsible, inclusive and sustainable industry. Fashion Roundtable delivers creative leadership to solve the world’s pressing social, environmental and economic problems, with a focus on creative industry issues, heritage crafts, and much more.

The Changing Markets Foundation was formed by Joakim Bergman and Paul Gilding – life long campaigners on environmental and social issues.The Foundation was formed to finance and support campaigns that accelerate and scale up solutions to sustainability challenges by leveraging the power of markets

Founded as a response to the Rana Plaza disaster in 2013, the not-for-profit organisation has gained millions of followers with their hashtag #WhoMadeMyClothes?. They are a global movement, and campaign for reform in the fashion industry, with a strong focus for greater supply chain transparency.

The Hot or Cool Institute is a public interest think tank that explores the intersection between society and sustainability. With a mission to equip organisations, policymakers, and communities through science to inform their decisions towards a sustainable and prosperous future, putting people and science at the centre of the sustainability transition.

VISIT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Head to our YouTube channel to listen and watch the recordings of our 2021 & 2022 Hub Sessions - talks and panel discussions exploring industry issues and solutions with experts.

YOUTUBE CHANNEL

FLIP THROUGH THE PAGES

Here are some magazines you can browse for casual reads on a lazy afternoon.

LISTEN IN

The beauty of a podcast is that you are invited into a conversation with experts from around the world. Here’s our top pick of conversations that you can join.

Hosted by Kestrel Jenkins, Conscious Chatter join a conversation exploring the importance of resourcefulness, questioning conscious consumerism, and deconstructing how oppressive systems impact the sustainable fashion space.

Wardrobe Crisis is the world’s leading sustainable fashion podcast. Launched in 2017, this podcast is an inspirational hub that is used as a resource by some top international fashion schools.

Fibershed is a non-profit organization that develops regional fiber systems that build ecosystem and community health. Tune into their podcasts where they discuss how they connect end-users to the source of our fiber through education.

Fashion Roundtable is the only think tank dedicated to reimagining a responsible, inclusive and sustainable industry. In their podcasts they interview fashion industry leaders and politicians in an intimate and honest series.

YOUR VOICE MATTERS

Activism is how we can enable change. It can take any form, you can campaign for change in any way that feels right for you. Any action, is a form of activism. Having a conversation with friends, sharing a petition or joining a peaceful protest are all valid powerful forms of activism. From clothes swaps to petitions to writing letters to brands and MPs, below are some organisations to help support you in taking action.

Some more handy ‘how-to- guides and videos. How to write to brands, policymakers and even tell a fashion love story!

Here are some fantastic action guides from writing blogs to organisation peaceful demonstrations.

Street Stitching is an act of gentle disruption that demonstrates the pleasure and necessity of garment repair in areas of fast fashion chains where consumers are already thinking about replacing or adding to their wardrobe.

LEARN SOMETHING NEW

Below is a list of handy resources to help guide you with any mending or up-cycling needs. Click the buttons for direct links to PDFs from our friends at Repair What You Wear for a complete beginners guide to sewing and mending. The wonderful Streetstitchers also have a great range of resources with details on embellishing and visible mending techniques, click the photos and head to their pages to find out more.

LEARN ABOUT FIBRES

There are a number of different fibres used in fashion. The provenance and production story of each fibre contributes significantly to the impact the garment has on both people and the environment. Below are some links to external sources that explore the benefits and drawbacks of fabric’s different fibres.

ADD TO WATCH LIST

Many of the industry reports and information can be really heavy reading. Whether you engage better with documentaries or you just fancy a thought provoking film night, below are some of our top recommendations for free films and documentaries.

REPORTS

Below are links to some of the latest reports, conducted by independent industry professionals. Snapshots from these reports can be found on our Facts & Stats page.

A review of information regarding social and environmental policies, practises and impact across 250 brands.

This report delves into the need for the fashion industry to undergo a radical transformation toward regenerative practices and a just transition..

This report predicts industry trends for the next year in fashion.

Future Forecast 2024, is now available. Check out the 50 trends that will define the coming year.

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

If you have a spare few hours every week there are some great online interactives and courses to get to grips with sustainable fashion.