Ever since reading Fibreshed by Rebecca Burgess, where she makes an outfit entirely locally in California, I couldn’t stop thinking if the same concept could be possible in my northern Canadian city, Edmonton. Last year I challenged myself to find out (and filmed the … more

If you’re looking for sustainable fabrics you’ve likely come across Modal on some clothing tags. Learn more about what it is and if it’s truly an eco-friendly choice: What is Modal? Modal is a type of rayon, which is a cellulose-based fiber made from … more

In the world of sustainable fashion, materials are always a hot topic. Whether we’re talking deadstock, low impact, recycled or repurposed, there are a million different opinions as to what is truly best from an environmental perspective. Lyocell fabric is certainly no exception to … more

While researching sustainable textiles, you may have come across phrases like “organic bamboo,” “rayon made from bamboo,” or “bamboo viscose”. Popular sustainable companies such as Boody, Encircled, and Thought all use bamboo in their clothing. So what exactly are bamboo fabrics? And can they … more