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Jun 22, 2022
How the Fastest Solo Sailor to Travel the World Is Helping to Change the World
In the spirit of world adventurers, (READ MORE about world environment explorers Starsky and Hutch) it's time to find...
Jun 16, 2022
This Is What Happens to the Clothes and Fabrics on Great British Sewing Bee
Have you ever wondered what happens to the clothes and fabrics on the Great British Sewing Bee? We love the whole ethos of the show which has amazing transformation challenges that take old clothes and make them into entirely different garments.
Jun 15, 2022
2022 Global Fashion Summit: Are Clothing Brands Doing Enough to Reduce Waste?
At the latest Global Fashion Summit, the world of fashion showcased their plans on how to be more sustainable.
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Jun 7, 2022
Carbon Capture Aprons and Clothing - How What We Wear Can Help Fight Climate Change
We were amazed to discover that technology is being developed so that clothes can capture and store carbon. This is what is happening in Stockholm, Sweden at a restaurant where a special apron is helping to cut down on carbon emissions.
May 30, 2022
How to Shop for Clothes for Less
We are all feeling the pinch at the moment. The cost of living crisis means we all have a little less to go around. For you this might mean cutting down on your spending. But if you want to shop for clothes for less, buying second hand is a great way to find high-quality stylish pieces. Here's a few more ideas too...
May 27, 2022
Why Clothes Swaps Are Great for the Environment and Your Pocket
Clothes swaps are great for the environment and even better for saving money. We've rounded up the benefits and the best places to swap clothes online all in one place.
May 25, 2022
Here’s What to Do With Worn Out Clothes
Oh no! You’ve finally worn out the favourite pair of jeans you wear all year round. So what do you do next? Don't panic. Close your bin lid. Your clothes have so much more to give. Here’s what to do with your worn out clothes.
May 21, 2022
Meet Starsky and Hutch, World Environment Explorers
It's not every day you get a visit from intrepid explorers. But we were lucky enough to meet Martin Hutchinson and his canine companion Starsky last week. Martin has been on a world environment tour since around 2004 and plans to reach Australia by 2030.
May 19, 2022
Love Island 2023 to Use Second Hand Fashion from eBay: Will Other TV Shows Follow?
We can't say we're huge Love Island fans (not sorry) but their decision to dump fast fashion in favour of preloved fashion is a step in the right direction. The reality show is teaming up with eBay UK to kit out the contestants in preloved clothes, ending it's relationship with their fast fashion sponsor.
May 13, 2022
Reflecting On Our Own Wellbeing In Mental Health Awareness Week
Hosted by the Mental Health Foundation, Mental Health Awareness Week runs from 8 to 15 May 2022. This year, the theme is loneliness. This sparked a conversation here at Green Heart Collective about how we each take care of ourselves and our mental health. Our answers were all very different!
May 11, 2022
Air Pollution in the UK: How Bad Is It and How Does Fashion Contribute to Air Pollution?
Across 2,000 households in the UK, 70% were found to breach all three World Health Organisation limits for air quality. A new online tool by COPI (Central Office of Public Interest) allows you to quickly check the levels of toxic pollutants according to a postcode address. Its findings are disturbing.
May 4, 2022
Ten Reasons Why Green Heart Collective Is (Probably) Unique
I still remember that Saturday when a woman who was enjoying browsing in the shop while I played with Playmobil on the floor with her four year old son. Having made her purchases, she remarked 'I love it here. I'm so glad I found you. What you're doing is ahead of the curve, you know. I haven't been anywhere like this before.'