"Clothing Waste: Fashion's Dirty Secret"

"Marketplace investigates clothing recycling programs at fast fashion chains, and reveals the marketing may not live up to what it promises consumers and the planet. While you feel good about dropping off all those used clothes, you might not be doing as much good as you think.  Watch Charlsie Agro's journey as she follows the trail of your old T-shirts around the world."

~ Charlsie Agro ~

Do yo know where your donated clothes go? You will be surprised to realize there are businesses making money off your donations which end up in third world countries which contribute to their own failing textile economy and burning landfills...

To learn more on how you can do your small part when it comes to minimizing waste in landfills watch the full episode by clicking the link below:

"Your textile waste is an environmental issue. Textile waste in landfills is one of the fastest growing categories of waste." 

TAMAR KATE textiles biodegrade naturally without chemicals or pesticides seeping into the earth and our streams.

What to Consider When Shopping:

Shop Less

Shop Sustainably

Shop for long lasting pieces

Quality vs Quantity

Slow Fashion vs Fast Fashion

Organic Fabrics vs Synthetics

#SlowFashion ~ #Sustainability ~ #DoYourPart ~ #Eco-FriendlyFashion ~ #ShopEthically

 

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