Fashion designers turn old car parts into clothing as part of a recycling revolution

Fashion designers turn old car parts into clothing as part of a recycling revolution

If you believe BMW development director Frank Weber, the car is on the verge of yet another revolution. In addition to digitalisation and electrification, he says, circularity will become an increasingly important feature of vehicles. That means reusing materials that go into making cars. Motor manufacturers are slowly running out of the raw materials needed … Read more

Earth-friendly highlights of Copenhagen Fashion Week 2025, from recycled silver to suits

Earth-friendly highlights of Copenhagen Fashion Week 2025, from recycled silver to suits

Copenhagen’s biggest fashion event is known for its Earth-conscious agenda. A model walks the runway for Bonnetje during Copenhagen Fashion Week. Photo: James Cochrane It was the first fashion week to enforce sustainability requirements for brands showing on its schedule, spanning everything from the use of smart material to their production and labour practices, so … Read more

How sustainable fashion brands ruled the catwalks at Berlin Fashion Week

How sustainable fashion brands ruled the catwalks at Berlin Fashion Week

Together with Cornelia Zoller, Meissner launched People in 2015 as a social fashion enterprise that is also dedicated to the principles of zero waste, upcycling, and gender and size fluidity. “Connecting fashion with people who are struggling was really important for us,” Meissner said. “We are on the verge of fashion, psychology and social work … Read more

How to recognise greenwashing when buying cosmetics – don’t take ‘natural’ on label at face value

How to recognise greenwashing when buying cosmetics – don’t take ‘natural’ on label at face value

Wholesome, nature-infused images used on shampoo, shower gel and cream labels might make you think you’re doing a meaningful thing for the environment, but don’t be taken in by appearances. Inviting images don’t necessarily mean a genuine commitment to good ecology, and may simply play on associations to steer a product into your shopping basket. … Read more