When upcycled fashion meets the law
Upcycling is an important circular design solution for the fashion industry. But it's important to understand the potential legal implications of displaying trademarks in upcycled clothing
Tag: sustainability
Q&A: The curiosity and chemistry behind *Apartment
We chat with Leigh-Anne Drakes ahead of the launch of *Apartment's new scent
Africa Textile Talks Day 2: Wool, nature and people
Passionate farmers and industry experts produce one of South Africa’s most valuable exports: wool. Annually the extended wool community meets at the WoolCycle networking event to discuss achievements, challenges and opportunities. This year Cape Wools SA invited Twyg to host...
Africa Textile Talks Day 1: Circular solutions for South Africa’s textile industry
Circularity was the focus of the first day of Africa Textile Talks 2025 on 29 July at the V&A Watershed in Cape Town. A broad range of industry players from small businesses and independent designers to representatives from national retailer...
Q&A: How KWA draws on Batswana traditions to create modern talismans
Afrocentrism lies at the heart of KWA’s design philosophy. The jewellery brand was founded to honour the culture and traditions of the Batswana people, using materials like cowrie shells and indigenous beads and handcrafting every piece in Botswana. Its founder,...
Explainer: How to measure the true cost of your clothes
Do you know how to measure the true cost of your clothes? Read on to learn about Life Cycle Assessments. We’ll be learning about life cycle assessments (LCAs) on the first day of Africa Textile Talks, Tuesday, 29 July. Days...
What fashion represents at the Bonn Climate Change Conference
Most people with access to technology are aware of the climate crisis. But how governments and adjacent organisations respond to the crisis remains elusive to many. Climate change policy is typically framed in relation to future generations or faraway places like...
How University of Pretoria students learn to craft a better future
At the University of Pretoria, sustainability isn’t just taught — it’s practiced. From bread bags to denim offcuts, students are turning waste into tools for social change. The Department of Consumer and Food Sciences integrates Sustainable Development Goals into its...
Q&A: Meet Redress Design Award 2025 finalist Casbeth Tshegofatso Marobane
South African designer Casbeth Tshegofatso Marobane is one of 10 finalists in the 2025 Redress Design Award. The competition celebrates designers who apply circular design principles by transforming waste textiles into garments. Casbeth holds a BA in Fashion Design from...
What to see and do at AllFashion Sourcing 2025
AllFashion Sourcing is set to take place soon at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 8 to 10 July 2025. The three-day business-focused trade show is a must for anyone working in or curious about the textile and...
How Trump’s trade war is supercharging the fast fashion industry
When US President Donald Trump introduced sweeping new tariffs on Chinese imports the goal was to bring manufacturing back to American soil and protect local jobs. However, this process of re-shoring is complex and requires years of investment and planning...
Explainer: Why clearing out your closet is a sustainable power move
Feeling overwhelmed by your wardrobe? A conscious declutter might be just what you need. When you let go of what’s not serving you, you make space for what actually works. You get to know your style better, buy with more...
Q&A: How Vogueish curates luxury goods, consciously
Vogueish offers a curated selection of pre-owned designer items, aiming to make luxury shopping more accessible and more sustainable. The online platform works to extend the lifecycle of every product through upkeep and, if necessary, refurbishment, ensuring pieces stay in...
Women in Zanzibar are reshaping the economy through seaweed farming
Zanzibar’s women have long farmed seaweed. Now, they’re cashing in as local startups add value to every strand, using their earnings to start businesses, build homes, and pay school fees. As the sun rises over Zanzibar’s pristine shores, a group...
Q&A: How Up-Fuse repurposes waste from Cairo’s Garbage City
Up-Fuse is a social enterprise founded in 2015 by Yara Yassin, Rania Rafie and Lama El Khawanky. The organisation operates from Cairo’s Garbage City, an informal settlement on the Egyptian capital’s outskirts, which has no effective official garbage system. The...