Holly Kane, Author at twyg

Explainer: The statistics on why mending is so worthwhile

For every 5 items repaired, 4 fewer new purchases are made. That means fewer clothes in landfills and fewer sad, abandoned T-shirts. Learn why mending is the ultimate zero-waste power move – and how a few small stitches can make...

March 26, 2025

Explainer: Your clothes contain more plastic than you think

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Explainer: Your clothes contain more plastic than you think

Even garments labeled “100% cotton” are often held together with polyester thread – making it impossible to avoid plastic in our clothing. Almost all your clothes contain plastic – even ones labeled “100% cotton”. Learn how this hidden plastic affects...

March 19, 2025

Explainer: The pros and cons of exotic leather

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Explainer: The pros and cons of exotic leather

Once a status symbol, exotic leather is now under fire – banned by major fashion weeks and dropped by luxury brands. But is it really worse than cow leather? And could bans cause unintended harm? Is exotic leather on its...

March 12, 2025

Explainer: Cost per wear and why your ‘cheap’ clothing is actually expensive

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Explainer: Cost per wear and why your ‘cheap’ clothing is actually expensive

Fast fashion tricks us into thinking clothes are cheap – but if they fall apart after a few wears, they actually cost us more over time. Enter cost per wear (CPW). This is a simple way to rethink clothing value...

March 5, 2025

There is soft power in contemporary textile art

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There is soft power in contemporary textile art

Every time I visit the Investec Cape Town Art Fair, I make it my mission to seek out the textile art. In earlier years I had to hunt for these pieces, most of which were woven. More recently, however, I’ve...

March 3, 2025

Explainer: The struggle for size inclusivity

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Explainer: The struggle for size inclusivity

Finding plus-size, sustainable fashion shouldn’t be this hard. Many small brands struggle to expand their size range due to cost and expertise, while plus size shoppers are left with few options – often turning to unsustainable retailers like Shein. So...

February 27, 2025

Explainer: Counterfeit culture and why fakes threaten designers and our economy

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Explainer: Counterfeit culture and why fakes threaten designers and our economy

If clothing is designed in South Africa, produced in South Africa, and inspired by the symbolism of Xhosa beadwork, shouldn’t South Africans – not counterfeiters – benefit from its success? Here we explain why the prevalence of fakes isn’t about...

February 20, 2025

If not Shein, what? Affordable, locally produced fashion, of course

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If not Shein, what? Affordable, locally produced fashion, of course

We know price is a big factor when shopping for clothes. Many South Africans feel like the only options for fashion are imported ultra-fast fashion or expensive local brands. But that’s not true – there are affordable, locally made options....

February 13, 2025

Explainer: The politics of crochet couture

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Explainer: The politics of crochet couture

From haute couture and fast fashion to your grandmother’s craft cupboard – crochet is everywhere right now. But it’s not only crochet: quilting, lace, needlepoint and other sewing crafts are having their moment too. If these techniques can be sold...

February 3, 2025

Explainer: What fast food and fast fashion have in common

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Explainer: What fast food and fast fashion have in common

Fast food and fast fashion have more in common than you think. Both thrive on convenience and low prices but leave behind a trail of harm for our bodies, the planet, and workers. The good news? Change is possible. Here...

January 16, 2025

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Author: Holly Kane

Explainer: The statistics on why mending is so worthwhile

Explainer: Your clothes contain more plastic than you think

Explainer: The pros and cons of exotic leather

Explainer: Cost per wear and why your ‘cheap’ clothing is actually expensive

There is soft power in contemporary textile art

Explainer: The struggle for size inclusivity

Explainer: Counterfeit culture and why fakes threaten designers and our economy

If not Shein, what? Affordable, locally produced fashion, of course

Explainer: The politics of crochet couture

Explainer: What fast food and fast fashion have in common

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