The term “eco-fashion” might seem a little oxymoronic if one thinks about the more wasteful aspects of this high-turnover industry. However, we at Mayu and the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) know that this does not have to be true. Whether it involves hand-knitting Peruvian alpaca garments, producing vegan leather purses, or repurposing vintage clothing, several measures can be taken to contradict the excesses of “Fast Fashion.”
To this end, a new exhibit is taking place now at the FIT in New York City. All of the pieces on display will reflect at least one of these themes:
- the repurposing and recycling of materials
- material origins
- textile dyeing and production
- quality of craftsmanship
- labor practices
- the treatment of animals
This exhibit will be on display through November 13th of this year, and is sure to be a highly educational, aesthetically pleasing, and progressive experience. Be sure to visit the museum’s website, and keep checking back with Mayu’s blog, Twitter, and Facebook for more on eco-fashion, Fair Trade, and sustainability news!
Tags: accessories, Eco-fashion, Fair Trade, Sustainability
