Sustainable Fashion: Practical Shopping Tips
Sofia Varga·Published
Beyond Greenwashing
Sustainable fashion requires navigating past vague claims like eco-friendly and conscious. Here are practical tools for making better choices.
Certifications to Trust
- GOTS: certified organic fibers and fair labor
- OEKO-TEX Standard 100: tested for harmful substances
- Fair Trade Certified: verified fair wages and safe conditions
Shopping Strategies
Buy fewer, better pieces. Look for natural fibers over synthetics. Check brand transparency — do they publish factory lists? Do they offer repair services?
