Sustainability

After more than a decade of making waves across Europe, Fairphone, the Dutch company renowned for its commitment to sustainability and user-repairable devices, has officially launched its latest smartphone in the United States. American consumers can now purchase the Fairphone (Gen 6+), a device ... Read full article.

The vintage market is booming, but independent sellers are getting squeezed. Dive into the future of sustainable fashion and what's next for your favorite retro finds. Let’s be real, everyone loves a killer find. That perfect pair of vintage denim, a genuinely rare '90s band tee—these pieces are the ... Read full article.

Color analysis isn't just for viral TikTok makeovers anymore. Industry experts say this personalized approach to fashion could be the key to buying less, buying better, and building a truly sustainable wardrobe. You’ve seen it exploding on TikTok: individuals discovering their true season, unveiling ... Read full article.

A shocking EU Commission study reveals 37% of clothing is mislabeled. Are you paying for lies? It's time to demand transparency in every thread and hold brands accountable. Let's talk about something uncomfortable but critical that's hanging in many of our closets. You might think those labels ... Read full article.

Record-breaking heat waves in Italy and France forced 'change in plans' for fashion's key events. Discover how the industry is adapting its designs, schedules, and materials for a climate-challenged future. The heat is o The conversation within our industry is buzzing, and for good reason:Can ... Read full article.

New phone prices stressing you out? Refurbished tech isn't just about saving cash; it's a power move for your wallet *and* the Earth. Discover why Gen Z is choosing smart, sustainable upgrades. Hey Gen Z, let's be real for a sec. That shiny new smartphone or laptop everyone's hyping up? It comes ... Read full article.

It's time to seriously reconsider our sportswear choices, especially those laden with plastic. Many athletic garments, while functional, contribute to microplastic pollution. Our reporter embarked on a three-month journey to test various lower-impact alternatives for women, focusing on natural, ... Read full article.

Is Florence Pugh’s latest floral look the peak of sustainable beauty or just an impractical gimmick? We dive into the world of perishable fashion and whether living accessories are the future. Florence Pugh has never been one to play it safe with her style. Recently, she took the idea of spring ... Read full article.

As summer temperatures soar across India, the humble air conditioner is moving from a luxury to a necessity. However, this shift is putting an unprecedented strain on the country's power grid. Recent reports suggest that without a major change in how we cool our homes, India could face a massive ... Read full article.

Leaked internal documents have exposed that BHP, the world’s largest mining company, is significantly scaling back its climate change commitments. Despite public promises to lead the industry toward a greener future, the leaked cache of documents reveals a strategic 'war-gaming' of ways to delay ... Read full article.

Are lab-grown diamonds fake? UK regulators think so, but Gen-Z disagrees. Discover why the ethical luxury revolution is here to stay and why labels no longer matter. The recent buzz around UK advertising standards trying to force a synthetic label on lab-grown diamonds feels like a major throwback ... Read full article.

When the icon of radical transparency joins forces with the king of ultra-fast fashion, the dream of sustainable shopping officially dies. Is it time to face the truth? We all remember the early 2010s. It was the era of radical transparency, basic organic tees, and the promise that we could shop our ... Read full article.

Everlane was the king of transparency. Shein is the giant of fast fashion. Their new merger is the plot twist no one wanted. Is ethical shopping officially dead? Wait, did I just read that right? In a move that feels more like a fever dream than a corporate merger, the ultra-fast fashion powerhouse ... Read full article.

From gingham capris to straw hats, Gen Z is trading micro-trends for Audrey Hepburn's iconic quiet luxury. Is this the end of fast fashion as we know it? We have all seen the cycle. One week it is neon cargo pants, and the next it is plastic jewelry that breaks after three wears. But lately, if you ... Read full article.

Amazon is cutting off store access for Kindles older than 2012. It is a massive blow to digital ownership and a giant middle finger to the environment. Here is why we should be angry. There is a specific kind of magic in an old Kindle. It is a device that does one thing and does it well. Unlike your ... Read full article.

Haul videos are more popular than ever, but the wave of returns they trigger is a sustainability nightmare. Is it time to ditch the buy-to-return culture for good? We have all seen them while scrolling through our feeds. The massive cardboard boxes piled high in a creator's bedroom, filled with the ... Read full article.

Are you exhausted by the 2026 trend cycle? It's time to stop letting algorithms dictate your wardrobe and start building a style that actually lasts. The 2026 style reports are officially in, and if you feel a slight sense of dread looking at your closet, you are not alone. We have reached a tipping ... Read full article.

Forget the luxury price tags. We are breaking down how to build a premium spring look without draining your vacation fund. Is the $100 fashion challenge even possible in 2026? We have all been there. You scroll through your feed, see a perfectly curated spring look, and then check the price tag only ... Read full article.

Gas prices are up, but used EV prices are down. Discover why second-hand electric cars are the ultimate hack for sustainable living without the luxury price tag. Remember when owning an electric vehicle felt like a luxury reserved for the tech elite or those with a spare $60,000 lying around? Those ... Read full article.

Every snag in your sweater holds a ghost. Mending is an act of remembering the magic woven into our clothes. There is a specific silence that falls over Zurich when the fog rolls off the lake, a damp whiteness that muffles the trams and turns the grossmünster into a charcoal sketch. It is in this ... Read full article.