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  Are Fast Fashion Brands Reliable?          There are times where we have to buy clothes to wear for an occasion or any special event. However, it would be best for everyone and our environment to be conscious of what you are buying and whom you are buying from. Some may not know that brands like Uniqlo, H&M, and Zara engage in fast fashion. But not all of them are bad. Uniqlo has shown effort to reduce waste, and they utilize sustainable fabrics. Also, buying from other brands with poor and unethical practices is acceptable as long as it's occasionally and in small amounts. Shopping for clothes from Shein, for example, that is worth thousands of pesos shows that you support them considering the issues with their production. Without further ado, let's learn more about five fast fashion brands popular in the Philippines. source:  30+ Fast Fashion Brands To Avoid For A More Sustainable Future . (n.d.). [Image]. The Pretty Planeteer. https://theprett...

What Happened To The Rana Plaza Factory In Bangladesh?          Bangladesh is considered one of the countries that contribute to fast fashion. Last 2019, there were about  4.62 thousand garment factories  tallied in Bangladesh . Most citizens, even women, and children are employed as garment workers in clothing factories. However, a devastating event happened in this country last 2013. The Rana Plaza factory in Dhaka, Bangladesh, collapsed due to  engineering and administrative failures . As a result, about  1100 workers  were killed, and more than 2500 were wounded. With this, many families lost their loved ones, and this tragic incident will remain in their memories and Bangladesh's history forever. Although, it is devastating to learn that buying new clothes from manufacturers that engage in fast fashion could cost a lot of lives.      To know more about what happened to the factory as well as the families of the garmen...

Ways To Promote Sustainable Fashion           As we have said earlier, one shouldn’t be guilty that they have engaged in this industry. Most of us are not knowledgeable about the issue, and some are still blinded by its benefits and convenience. However, there are ways to promote sustainable fashion, which one day could possibly change the way we think about fashion and trends. And here they are: source:  Leblanc, R. (2020, November 6). Textile and Garment Recycling Facts and Figures [Infographic]. The Balance Small Business. https://thebalancesmb.com/textile-recycling-facts-and-figures-2878122 Way #1. Go thrifting           Instead of buying clothes and accessories from manufacturers that utilize cheap materials, why don’t you try thrifting? It can provide you with plenty of choices ranging from vintage to modern, but it has excellent quality. Similar to fast fashion, it is budget-friendly, but the quality lasts forever ...

The Societal and Economic Impacts of Fast Fashion            Fast fashion does not only affect our environment. It also has negative consequences on our economy and society. This industry has been chastised for its poor societal repercussions against some sustainable development goals of the 2030 agenda , such as economic growth, responsible consumption, and many more. infographic source: https://the-dots.com/projects/fast-fashion-infographic-485174 Unsafe Working Conditions           According to the  Victoria State Government , an employer’s primary responsibility is to ensure that the workplace is safe and that anyone working in or visiting the workplace is not exposed to hazards. This duty should be followed by all employers worldwide to show respect and care to the people who work for them. In the clothing industry, about 40-75 million people are employed. This may be a good opportunity for them and the...

     What is Fast Fashion?           Are you fond of shopping for clothes and accessories? Do you do this frequently in large volumes even though there are still tons of fabric kept inside your closet? If yes, then, you might be contributing to the fast fashion industry, but don’t worry because there are ways to be better.  Fast fashion  refers to the cheap but trendy clothing produced in large amounts in a short period to meet consumer demand. These designs or trends are usually obtained from fashion magazines, runway shows, celebrities, and many more.            Manufacturers such as H&M, Zara, Uniqlo , and many more engage in the idea of getting new fashion styles as fast as possible and selling them on the market to maintain the popularity of the style and sell them to shoppers. On the other hand, shoppers get blinded by the thought of wearing the outfit first than anybody else. With this, ...