As I've been trying to research clothing to find brands I can stand behind, it's been really frustrating. There is literally no information out there besides a few totally "Made in the USA" brands - but even those aren't always totally clear cut. I have been buying a lot more clothing at thrift stores for my kids, because at least then it's not new stuff being made in factories by companies teeming with unanswered ethical questions. I found this article and thought it illustrated exactly the issues I've been having:
http://news.yahoo.com/shoppers-face-hurdles-finding-ethical-clothing-193843423.html
I guess what it comes down to for me, now, is to start being more vocal about this issue. I'm going to send some emails to clothing companies that I like, as well as voice concerns through political channels. I will also be looking into "fair trade" items to see what that's all about. If you have any other ideas, let me know!
YEAH! Thrift Stores! have you considered surplus camo pants? ;)
ReplyDeleteI like American Apparel. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Apparel
I especially love American Apparel's awesome marketing and ethics.
ReplyDeleteOr just buy Carhartt everything! It's for Murica! http://www.carhartt.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?storeId=10051&catalogId=10101&categoryId=62111
I like Carhartt too and Patagonia.
ReplyDeleteListen to this interview: http://www.npr.org/2013/05/02/180557959/ethical-fashion-is-the-tragedy-in-bangladesh-a-final-straw
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