Slow Fashion offers creatives; entrepreneurs; and ethical consumers alike a glimpse into the innovative world of the eco-concept store movement; sustainable design; and business that puts people; livelihoods; and sustainability central to everything they do.Safia Minney argues that the future of brick and mortar retail is in the best in fair trade; sustainability; and organic products; together with vintage and second hand goods and local produce. Restorative economics; the well-being of our planet; and our bodies and minds can be inspired by this growing sector; one that is shaping big business.This book curates pioneering people and projects that will inspire you to be part of the change. International names include Livia Firth; Zandra Rhodes; and Lily Cole. American change-makers include Andrew Morgan; filmmaker (The True Cost; a ground-breaking documentary that asks us each to consider who pays the price for our clothing); and Dana Geffner (Fair World Project).With full color photography and elegant design; Slow Fashion profiles the people bringing the alternatives to the mainstream: designers; labels; and eco-concept stores across the world; fair trade producers; campaigns that are re-designing the fashion economy; and the fibers and fabrics which are making a difference.Safia Minney is founder and CEO of fair trade and sustainable fashion label People Tree. She has turned a lifelong interest in environment; trade; and social justice issues into an award-winning social business. She is widely regarded as a leader in the Fair Trade movement and has been awarded Outstanding Social Entrepreneur by the World Economic Forum.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Not bad at all.By JDSThis is a VERY concise text. I read it cover-to-cover in about two hours and was hoping it would be a bit more extensive. However. the information presented is interesting and sparked a desire for more reading. Its a good. simple read but is still informative and engaging.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Quick read full of content.By swedishmilkFun little book and a good read. Love the pictures and illustrations in it. Great content!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Ms. Barbara StevensThis is an interesting read. Some myths are busted in this.
