FAIR TRADE AND ETHICAL CLOTHING NEWS

Consumers 'considering ethical issues' when buying mens jumpers - 17/09/2010  »

Josie Nicholson of the Ethical Fashion Forum has observed the public are starting to consider ethical issues when they buy their clothes.

British public 'should opt for sustainable clothes' - 13/09/2010  »

One Daily Mail writer has urged the public to follow Prince Charles's call to invest in long-lasting, sustainable clothing.

Mens knitwear buyers may consider ethical impact - 09/08/2010  »

An increasing amount of people are looking at the ethical implications of their purchases, it is claimed.

Sustainable materials may be ideal for men's workwear - 27/07/2010  »

Men could find suits made from sustainable materials are the most comfortable option during the hotter weather.

Yarn industry sees effects of wet weather - 26/07/2010  »

The rain could mean it is harder for shearers to collect their wool.

Green agenda 'has helped wool knitwear sector' - 26/07/2010  »

The wool knitwear industry has benefited from an increasing interest in the environment, it is claimed.

Online shopping for wool knitwear may have boosted figures - 23/07/2010  »

Shoppers are increasingly going online to purchase their clothing, it is noted.

British yarn industry "has made great strides" - 23/07/2010  »

The country's yarn and wool industry has come a long way in recent years, an expert has said.

Yarn industry workers battle it out for Golden Shears awards - 22/07/2010  »

Farmers working in the yarn industry across the world competed at the Royal Welsh Show.

British wool and yarn industry 'set to maintain strong prices' - 21/07/2010  »

High prices paid for wool are expected to continue for the rest of the season, according to an expert.

Ladies' knitwear could have contributed to "record-breaking" wool demand - 21/07/2010  »

Wool knitwear may be popular, as the sustainable material is in high demand.

Yarn industry celebrated at Royal Welsh Show - 20/07/2010  »

Agricultural produce and sustainable materials will be celebrated at the Royal Welsh Show.

West Cumbria promotes its sustainable material - 16/07/2010  »

The Lakeland Shears contest strives to promote the wool industry in West Cumbria.

Sustainable materials may be of interest to new designers - 16/07/2010  »

An awareness of sustainable materials could help young designers change the fashion industry.

Sustainable materials 'taken seriously at Guardian' - 15/07/2010  »

The Guardian has revealed it takes sustainable fashion seriously, keeping in line with its green ethos.

Ethical clothing to be discussed at Nice conference - 07/07/2010  »

Experts will consider sustainable materials and the role they play in ethical fashion at an upcoming conference.

Clothes Show London: Brits 'should be more aware of ethical fashion' - 01/07/2010  »

Ethical clothing made from sustainable materials could aid the British fashion industry, it is claimed.

Ladies' knitwear techniques taught by fashion students - 07/06/2010  »

Fashion students in London have offered advice on making ladies' knitwear.

Wool knitwear at Flavour of Shetland - 04/06/2010  »

The Flavour of Shetland Festival's craft village will have wool knitwear on sale.

Sustainable materials to be discussed at Managing Innovation in Textiles - 04/06/2010  »

New innovations in green men's knitwear will be the topic of discussion at a new conference.

Would you pay that little bit more for green women's knitwear? - 02/06/2010  »

People are paying a premium of 25 per cent to buy green ladies' knitwear, it has been discovered.

Men's knitwear could be an ethical purchase - 02/06/2010  »

Companies should make sure consumers know about the real ethical histories of the men's jumpers they buy.

Sustainable materials 'help alleviate consumer boredom' - 01/06/2010  »

Clothing made of sustainable materials can be more appealing to consumers.

Source-separated collections 'needed for wool knitwear' - 28/05/2010  »

If wool knitwear is to be successfully recycled then source-separated collections are required, it has been said.

Sustainable materials 'championed by one teen' - 28/05/2010  »

A 15-year-old girl is on a mission to highlight the benefits of sustainable materials, it has been reported.

Wool knitwear recycling rates 'have to increase' - 28/05/2010  »

Councils should do more to boost wool knitwear recycling rates, it has been suggested.

Children 'can be taught about sustainable materials' - 27/05/2010  »

Explaining why sustainability is important could help children become more eco friendly, one writer asserts.

Ethical clothing 'easy to find' - 12/05/2010  »

It is now relatively easy to come across ethical clothing, according to one writer.

Ethical clothing 'must stand up in marketplace' - 29/04/2010  »

The UK's ethical clothing appearing in magazines is chosen because it looks good against other pieces, as well as for its eco credentials.

Fair-trade clothing is "inspirational" - 28/04/2010  »

The process of creating fair-trade clothing could inspire a more conscious attitude.

Fair-trade clothing could aid sustainability plans - 27/04/2010  »

An initiative held in London aims to promote sustainability in fashion, which could interest those involved with fair-trade clothing.

UK 'is the leader of ethical clothing' - 26/02/2010  »

Ethical clothing and fashion is thriving in the UK and in London in particular.

Ethical clothing spend 'on the up' - 24/02/2010  »

More Britons are willing to purchase ethical and Fairtrade products.

Organic wool 'needs boost from fashion industry' - 24/02/2010  »

Knitwear seen on celebrities can be a huge boost to the wool industry.

Fairtrade products in 'increasing demand' - 14/01/2010  »

It has been claimed that more people are buying Fairtrade products and that they are willing to pay more for the goods.

Fair-trade 'popular among the young' - 07/01/2010  »

A survey has found that young people have a better opinion of a brand if it uses fair-trade products.

Fairtrade clothing to be seen in NHS - 29/12/2009  »

Fairtrade clothing may appear in public-sector areas such as the NHS in a bid to boost cotton sales.

Keira Knightly leaves stage in sheepskin coat - 17/12/2009  »

The UK actress Keira Knightly left the West End stage wearing a sheepskin coat this week.

Ladies' knitwear made from wool is 'safe and sustainable' - 16/12/2009  »

A safe and sustainable material to use for clothing is wool, The Wool Company has said.

Consumers 'want ethical clothing' - 16/12/2009  »

Ethical clothing is desired by shoppers, a fashion expert has said.

Jessica Alba's baby wears knitted beret - 01/12/2009  »

Honor Warren, Jessica Alba's baby, has been spotted wearing children's knitwear in Los Angeles.

Brits 'will buy' ethical clothes - 20/11/2009  »

Ethical clothing is popular with Brits, the designer Christopher Raeburn has said.

"Very good" fabrics around for ethical clothing - 30/10/2009  »

A recent article has looked at how ethical clothing is becoming a more mainstream option for consumers.

Green expert focuses on ethical clothing - 30/10/2009  »

One ethical clothing expert has commented on how a change in priorities led her to a more environmentally-responsible lifestyle.

Girly night out 'usually involves ethical clothing' - 30/10/2009  »

Ethical clothing has been described as a big part of one writer's girly nights out.

Ethical clothing 'the green, comfortable choice' - 29/10/2009  »

A Canadian retailer has discussed the reasons why ethical clothing is such a great idea.

Green expert focuses on ethical clothing - 22/10/2009  »

One ethical clothing expert has commented on how a change in priorities led her to a more environmentally-responsible lifestyle.

Ethical clothing 'should be considered by all' - 16/10/2009  »

The comments of a new article could cause some to consider the benefits of ethical clothing.

"Gorgeous" Celtic Sheepskin clothes highlighted - 09/10/2009  »

Celtic Sheepskin has received the thumbs-up from Horsemart for its ethical clothing and Ugg style boots.

Ethical clothing 'plays a big part in saving the planet' - 06/10/2009  »

One eco-expert has described why she backs organic clothing.

Ethical clothing 'boosts McCartney's success' - 05/10/2009  »

It has been suggested demand for ethical clothing has had a positive impact on one designer's recent success.

Ethical clothing 'greener than you think' - 02/10/2009  »

Parents sending their kids back to school have been advised ethical clothing may be a more planet-friendly option than they think.

Ethical clothing seekers advised to check credentials - 01/10/2009  »

Those looking for made to ethical or organic standards may want to check the credentials of a retailer, it has been suggested.

UK consumers 'will pay more for ethical clothing' - 30/09/2009  »

A recent study has looked at how a number of people in the UK are happy to pay a little extra for items like organic clothing.

'More people than ever' shopping for ethical clothing - 30/09/2009  »

There has been growth in the popularity of ethical clothing, one expert has noted.

Writer discusses desire for 'casual, ethical clothing' - 29/09/2009  »

The desirability of "casual and comfortable" clothing made to an ethical standard has been discussed in a new article.

'Attitudes have changed to ethical clothing' - 28/09/2009  »

Ethical clothing is something that has come a long way in the minds of the consumer, it has been argued.

Layering ethical clothing 'will be big this autumn' - 25/09/2009  »

People will increasingly be layering their ethical clothing this season.

Ethical clothing 'increasingly being bought online' - 24/09/2009  »

Convenience is leading people to buy their ethical clothing online.

More ethical clothing fans 'buying over the internet' - 23/09/2009  »

New figures show people are using the internet to buy more garments such as ethical clothing.

Ethical clothing 'likely to be seen on the streets of Leeds' - 22/09/2009  »

The Leeds streets are the place in the UK people are most likely to be sporting fashionable items such as ethical clothing.

Home insurance 'should take ethical clothing into account' - 22/09/2009  »

Those with a large collection of ethical clothing should ensure this is covered by a home insurance policy.

New anti-sweatshop campaign promotes ethical clothing - 21/09/2009  »

Ethical clothing has been highlighted by a new campaign attacking sweatshops.

Ethical clothing: Autumn colours 'will be used into next year' - 17/09/2009  »

A commentator has claimed that autumn colours will remain popular until at least spring of next year.

Wardrobe weeding 'can free up space for ethical clothing' - 16/09/2009  »

Clearing the wardrobe could allow ethical clothing lovers to buy new seasonal items, an expert asserts.

Layering ethical clothing 'prepares wearer for all weathers' - 16/09/2009  »

Ethical clothing lovers can layer to protect themselves from the changeable elements.

Classic ethical clothing items 'worth the extra money' - 16/09/2009  »

High-quality ethical clothing is worth the additional money, an expert claims.

Catwalk layering 'could see ethical clothing worn in this style' - 15/09/2009  »

Men's ethical clothing fans are being shown the benefits of layering by catwalk models.

Shoppers 'must learn more about ethical clothing' - 15/09/2009  »

Ethical clothing sales would go up if people educated themselves about the issues behind cheap garments, an expert asserts.

Men's knitwear will be big this autumn - 10/09/2009  »

Ethical clothing fans should consider men's knitwear, an expert suggests.

Fashionistas 'must clear wardrobe space for ethical clothes' - 09/09/2009  »

Ethical clothing lovers should clear enough space in the wardrobes to incorporate any new buys, a group advises.

Layering ethical clothing 'key back-to-school trend for girls' - 04/09/2009  »

Knitwear and other ethical clothing can be layered for children to create a vintage look, an expert claims.

Children's ethical clothing 'should be layered' - 03/09/2009  »

Children's ethical clothing should be layered if they are to be stylishly dressed on their return to school.

Earthy colours 'ideal for ethical clothing lovers' wardrobes' - 03/09/2009  »

Earthy shades could be ideal for ethical clothing lovers' wardrobes.

Layering ethical clothing 'important autumn look' - 02/09/2009  »

The key autumn look for the year will be layering, ethical clothing fans may be interested to discover.

Men's ethical clothing 'should be layered' - 02/09/2009  »

The UK's changeable weather will lead to more layering in men's ethical clothing, an expert claims.

Layered men's ethical clothing 'great for changeable climates' - 01/09/2009  »

A commentator has claimed that layering will be big in changeable climates, which could interest fans of ethical clothing.

Layering ethical clothing 'big this autumn' - 01/09/2009  »

One of the key trends for the autumn season is layering items such as ethical clothing, a commentator asserts.

Ethical clothing shoppers 'turning to the web' - 28/08/2009  »

More ethical clothing fans are buying their garments online, research suggests.

More choice in men's ethical clothing available - 26/08/2009  »

Men's ethical clothing is beginning to offer more choice in investment pieces, an expert suggests.

Children's ethical clothing 'to be earthy coloured for autumn' - 25/08/2009  »

The UK will see a rise in the number of kids wearing earthy coloured children's ethical clothing this autumn, an expert asserts.

Ethical clothing 'increasingly competing with mainstream fashion' - 25/08/2009  »

A group claims that ethical clothing is becoming more competitive with the rest of the fashion world.

Activist: Throwaway fashion should be banned in favour of ethical clothing - 24/08/2009  »

An activist has called on more people to avoid throwaway fashion in favour of ethical clothing.

Ethical clothing 'should be in earthy colours' - 21/08/2009  »

Earthy materials and colours can help women dress to impress, an expert claims.