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An educational blog on clothing branding, product packaging and sustainable innovation, providing you with both informative articles and videos, to hopefully inspire the designs for your next fashion collection.
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Nov 25, 2024
More brands are working towards sustainability and minimising their carbon footprint. While others...
How to create bespoke packaging solutions: Tips from our experts
The sustainable fashion glossary
The importance of retail security tags
Zero waste fashion: Is it achievable?
Branding
How to create bespoke packaging solutions: Tips from our experts
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Nov 25, 2024
For fashion, luxury, homeware and sportswear brands, many events and collaborations in the calendar...
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Sustainability
The sustainable fashion glossary
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Nov 11, 2024
Ethical and sustainable fashion terminology isn’t always as easy as it seems. With such a big focus...
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Sustainability
The importance of retail security tags
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Nov 4, 2024
Online fashion has changed the way the world shops. As this global trend grows, customers...
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Sustainability
Zero waste fashion: Is it achievable?
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Sep 2, 2024
It's zero waste week, so what better way to mark the occasion than investigating whether zero waste...
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Sustainability
Is Adanola sustainable?
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Aug 15, 2024
Instagram-born brand Adanola has become one of the most iconic sportswear brands. Famous for its...
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Sustainability
7 sustainable cycling clothing brands
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Aug 5, 2024
Getting outdoors on your bike allows you to experience the wonders of the planet. Whether cycling...
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Sustainability
Paris Olympics 2024: Sustainability in the Olympics
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Jul 29, 2024
Summer holds some of the biggest sporting events in the annual calendar, and the Paris Olympics...
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Sustainability
10 top brands for sustainable golf clothing
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Jul 22, 2024
The spotlight is turning on the sportswear industry to become more sustainable, and golf apparel...
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Sustainability
Wimbledon sustainability: We take a look
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Jul 8, 2024
Sustainability is at the top of the agenda for businesses in every sector, with sports no...
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Sustainability
Is Zara sustainable? An overview of the fast fashion giant
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Jun 17, 2024
It's one of the biggest names on the high street, with more than 10.9 million customers to prove...
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Sustainability
Is IKEA sustainable? Exploring the homeware giant’s practices
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Jun 3, 2024
You’ll struggle to find anyone who doesn’t recognise this Scandinavian furniture and homewares...
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Sustainability
Is M&S sustainable?
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May 21, 2024
Considered an iconic British institution, Marks & Spencer — or as it's more commonly known, M&S —...
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Eco-Friendly
What does it mean to be GOTS-certified in fashion?
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May 20, 2024
In today’s eco-conscious world, it’s no longer enough to say that your products are sustainable....
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Fashion
The North Face clothing brand: Is it sustainable?
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Apr 15, 2024
The North Face clothing brand is an instantly recognisable household name that's been a favourite...
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Sustainability
PANGAIA sustainability: Exploring the brand's credentials
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Apr 4, 2024
PANGAIA's popularity has grown exponentially thanks to its fresh approach to apparel in a market...
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recycled
What are the pros and cons of recycled polyester?
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Mar 27, 2024
About 49 percent of the world’s clothing is made of polyester and forecasts show this to nearly...
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Sustainability
What is social sustainability and why is it on every company’s agenda?
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Mar 5, 2024
Sustainability is a broad term that covers all kinds of areas, including society. But what is...
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Sustainability
The evolution of consumer sustainability trends
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Mar 4, 2024
Consumer attitudes towards sustainability have evolved as we’ve moved through the decades. From an...
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recycled
Sustainability focus: Recycled leather
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Feb 26, 2024
As fashion consumers become more eco-aware, we've seen a significant shift towards sustainable...
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Fashion
Sustainable development goals: How fashion plays its part
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Jan 22, 2024
As the global climate crisis accelerates at an alarming rate, governing bodies and global...
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Sustainability
15+ sustainable fashion facts you need to know
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Jan 15, 2024
As the climate crisis intensifies and consumers become increasingly eco-aware, the fashion...
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Packaging
What are bio-based materials for packaging and trims?
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Dec 13, 2023
Materials are constantly evolving to plug gaps and offer eco-friendly alternatives to options we...
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Branding
How to create a brand story with tailored trims
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Dec 11, 2023
Creating a cohesive brand image is a task many businesses must face to stay competitive.
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Packaging
Get ahead for next year with sustainable Christmas packaging
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Dec 4, 2023
Amidst the celebrations of Christmas, there’s the growing and often overlooked concern about...
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Sustainability
Is Adidas sustainable?
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Dec 4, 2023
Adidas is a global giant in the sports and fashion industry, but is it leading the pack regarding...
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Sustainability
TALA sportswear: Sustainable sportswear from top to toe
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Nov 27, 2023
Since its inception in May 2019, TALA has been making waves with its commitment to creating...
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Sustainability
Is sustainability in sportswear possible?
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Nov 20, 2023
Sustainability is a topic that no industry can escape. Consumers are becoming more aware,...
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Sustainability
What is Oceans of Plastic and how does our ocean collection support?
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Nov 13, 2023
Ocean plastic pollution is at its height. With over 80% of all marine pollution from plastic waste,...
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Eco-Friendly
What is sustainable fashion and how can your brand make the change?
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Sep 18, 2023
Sustainable fashion is no longer a buzzword but a necessity in the fashion industry. As the amount...
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Garment Branding
7 reasons why you should work with Weavabel, a sustainable packaging supplier
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Sep 4, 2023
We get it — looking for a new sustainable packaging supplier can be challenging. How can you be...
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Sustainability
Our sustainability certifications: What they are and why we have them
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Aug 14, 2023
Sustainability certifications are the difference between saying something is sustainable and...
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Sustainability
Sustainable fashion materials: Do they exist?
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Aug 7, 2023
Up to 100 billion garments are produced every year. Even more shocking is that 92 million tonnes of...
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Fashion
8 sustainable streetwear brands to watch
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Aug 1, 2023
We’re all familiar with the impact the fashion industry has on the environment and the streetwear...
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Innovation
6 Actions We’ve Taken To Improve Our Environmental Responsibility
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Apr 10, 2023
Sustainability is more than just swapping plastic for paper. It requires looking at your business...
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Sustainability
Is Nike Sustainable? Focusing on a Brighter Future
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Mar 13, 2023
It’s a name that’s instantly recognisable worldwide, whether it’s for its iconic trainers,...
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Packaging Ideas
How Packaging and Supply Chain Unlock Sustainability
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Feb 13, 2023
Governments across the globe are signing legislation promising to battle climate change, reduce...
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Eco-Friendly
The Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Poly Bags
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Feb 6, 2023
As sustainability goes under the microscope, all eyes are on the fashion, eCommerce and retail...
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Sustainability
What We Learnt About Sustainability & Innovation at Industry Events
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Jan 31, 2023
We have a stacked calendar of industry events that we attend and exhibit at. As well as learning...
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Fashion
Is Patagonia a ‘Good’ Brand? The Fight for Feel-Good Consumerism
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Jan 30, 2023
When the words ‘sustainable fashion’ are mentioned, more often than not, Patagonia is one of the...
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Fashion
Why ‘Luxury’ Doesn’t Mean the Same Thing to Modern Consumers
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Oct 3, 2022
Luxury is a word we’re all familiar with, yet it means many different things to different people....
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Packaging Ideas
15 Innovations in Packaging Materials We're Excited About
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Aug 1, 2022
As the world looks more towards sustainability, brands are constantly trying to innovate packaging....
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Packaging Ideas
The Best Luxury Brand Packaging in Fashion, Sportswear and Home
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Jul 26, 2022
A critical part of the luxury product experience is its packaging. For your customer, there’s...
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Sustainability
11 brands leading the way in sportswear sustainability
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Jun 27, 2022
Looking to explore sustainability and find inspiration from the brands leading the way? Then you’ve...
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Sustainability
Top 6 Materials for Sustainable Sportswear
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Jun 6, 2022
Cheap, manufactured, unsustainable fabrics have long been the focus of the sportswear industry,...
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Sustainability
What Are the Success Factors for Sustainable Luxury?
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May 27, 2022
According to research, around 66% of shoppers said they consider sustainability when purchasing a...
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Sustainability
8 Sustainable Luxury Brands To Look Out For
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May 3, 2022
The fashion industry is notorious for its negative impact on the environment. But this doesn’t mean...
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Sustainability
Sustainability in the Homeware Industry: Tackling Fast Homeware
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Apr 26, 2022
Homeware is an industry that has boomed in recent years, projected to be worth £13.8 billion by 2022
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Sustainability
11 Sustainable Homeware Brands
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Apr 18, 2022
Sustainability is no longer a buzzword but a primary concern for brands and consumers alike. As the...
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Sustainability
All You Need to Know About Circular Fashion
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Mar 18, 2022
Circular fashion. It’s the concept transforming the fashion industry and consumer attitudes....
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Sustainability
7 Sustainable Habits to Encourage Circular Fashion
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Mar 10, 2022
As governments, industries, brands and consumers become more environmentally aware, the need for...
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Sustainability
9 Brands That Are Embracing Fashion Upcycling
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Mar 1, 2022
Sustainability. We’ve all heard about it and we all know how important it is for improving the...
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Sustainability
What Are the Drivers and Barriers to a Circular Economy?
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Feb 7, 2022
The circular movement is gaining traction, with more and more fashion businesses committed to...
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Sustainability
How Can Fashion Brands Transition From a Linear to a Circular Economy?
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Feb 1, 2022
The fashion industry as we know it needs to change — but that’s much easier said than done. Worth...
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Sustainability
How Is the Circular Fibres Initiative Impacting Sustainability in Fashion?
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Jan 24, 2022
It’s estimated that more than half of fast fashion produced is disposed of in under a year, with ...
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Sustainability
The Circular Fashion Economy — A Sustainable Model or an Attempt to Greenwash?
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Jan 17, 2022
Circular fashion is the term on the fashion industry’s lips. Touted as the path for change in the...
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Packaging Ideas
Managing Your Supply Chain in the Garment Industry
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Jan 7, 2022
A well-managed supply chain can significantly reduce a company’s operating costs and improve...
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Sustainability
12 Sustainable Fashion Trends to Look Out for in 2022
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Jan 3, 2022
No longer just a buzzword in the fashion industry, sustainability is here to stay. As new...
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Packaging Ideas
How to Choose the Right Fashion Label Supplier
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Jan 3, 2022
The right fashion label supplier should use advanced technology to meet your exact brand...
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Packaging
Recycling Packaging Waste Regulations — 3 Steps to Compliance
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Nov 3, 2021
Many businesses are unaware that Packaging Waste Regulations even exist. If you’re a business that...
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Sustainability
How to Achieve Sustainable Packaging Standards Across an International Business
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Oct 15, 2021
Sustainability is on every organisation’s agenda. No more so than international names who are being...
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Innovation
Focusing on Continual Innovation With Sustainable Textiles
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Sep 24, 2021
There have been many sustainable textile innovations over the years. Manufacturers learnt about the...
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Sustainability
Why is Being GRS Certified Becoming More Important?
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Jul 23, 2021
With the introduction of the Plastic Packaging Tax coming in 2022, many businesses are scrambling...
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Sustainability
Fast Fashion and Sustainability: Will the Two Ever Get Along?
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Apr 27, 2021
Fast fashion still has a long way to go when it comes to sustainability. In fact, the nature of...
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Packaging Ideas
How to Create a Sustainable Unboxing Experience for Your Brand
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Feb 12, 2021
You’ve probably seen them before - videos where celebrities or everyday customers show off their...
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Packaging Ideas
10 Sustainable Packaging Trends On Our Radar
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Jan 22, 2021
What’s one of the most appealing factors for consumers when buying products? Sustainability. Your...
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Packaging Ideas
Ethical Packaging and Premium Branding - Can You Have Both?
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Jan 8, 2021
Today, your brand can achieve both ethical packaging and premium branding without compromising....
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Eco-Friendly
What are the Benefits of Eco-Friendly Packaging?
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Oct 12, 2020
Packaging is everywhere; in your shopping trolley, your cupboards, your deliveries and so much...
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Garment Branding
Weavabel Unveils New Eco Range Produced Entirely in Europe
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Apr 23, 2020
From innovative photographic weaving techniques to seed paper that creates new life, make your...
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Sustainability
How To Keep Your Branded Garments Relevant In The Dynamic Fashion Industry
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Jan 27, 2020
The dynamics of the apparel industry are shifting. A quick look at the world’s most recognised...
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Packaging
Keep It Simple - How to Make Packaging More Sustainable for Your Brand
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Dec 25, 2019
Consumers are now increasingly reliant on eCommerce to fulfil their retail needs. However, they're...
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Packaging
The Cost of Sustainable Packaging — Is It More Expensive?
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Dec 23, 2019
UK households created approximately 2.5 million metric tonnes of plastic waste in 2021 and only ...
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Packaging
Why Has Corrugated Packaging Become So Popular?
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Dec 6, 2019
Corrugated packaging is a favoured choice of many brands and its popularity is increasing,...
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Sustainability
What Is the Most Sustainable Packaging?
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Nov 29, 2019
It’s not just a case of asking “What is the most sustainable packaging?”. With the recent spotlight...
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Packaging
How Much of an Impact Does Adopting Eco-Friendly eCommerce Packaging Have on the Environment?
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Nov 22, 2019
Switching to more sustainable practices and production processes are imperative in today’s...
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Packaging Ideas
5 Stunning Eco Kraft Packaging Concepts and Real-Life Examples
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Oct 31, 2019
Sustainable packaging is becoming a high priority for both brands and consumers. With an increasing...
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Sustainability
4 Types of Sustainable Trims (and Innovative Examples to Inspire You)
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Oct 28, 2019
Although trims are just a small part of manufacturing as a whole, we should all strive to be more...
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Packaging
Which Brands Have Adopted Sustainable Retail Packaging?
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Oct 25, 2019
Whether you’re selling clothing, food, tech gadgets or cosmetics, as a retail company, you need to...
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Packaging
What Strides Are Fashion Brands Making Towards Sustainable Clothing Packaging?
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Oct 18, 2019
Wasteful and harmful packaging solutions are going out of fashion. As landfills are bursting at the...
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Sustainability
Could You Be Doing More With Your Environmentally Friendly Clothing Packaging?
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Oct 7, 2019
Some brands have proven great fashion and sustainability can coexist. However, there’s sometimes...
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Sustainability
Green Branding Geniuses: 3 Examples of Eco-Friendly Brands That Are Paving the Way
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Oct 4, 2019
When we think of pollution and what’s disastrous for the environment, the fashion industry tends to...
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Eco-Friendly
The Hidden Benefits of Vegetable Inks and Why You Should Be Using Them
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Sep 30, 2019
The fashion world’s approach to sustainability is changing. New production methods are being used....
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Eco-Friendly
The 7 Biggest Advantages of Biodegradable Plastics and How You Can Use Them
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Sep 23, 2019
The fashion industry uses a lot of traditional plastic. Microplastics have been found in Arctic snow
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Sustainability
Sustainable Fashion Examples: How to Take Inspiration From World-Leading Brands
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Sep 20, 2019
Designer. Luxury. Sustainability. Three words that might seem like they’re miles apart, but fashion...
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Sustainability
Organic Cotton: 6 Wonderful Examples of Brands That Do It Right
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Sep 14, 2019
Labels aren’t just placed on garments to tick a box. Eye-catching labels made from high-quality...
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Sustainability
How Can Fashion be Sustainable? How Far Off Are We?
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Sep 11, 2019
The world of fashion revolves around the latest trends to meet consumer demand. Although, the only...
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Sustainability
Why Should I Use FSC Certified Suppliers?
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Aug 26, 2019
FSC certifications are familiar to most of us now. They're seen as the global gold standard for...
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Packaging Ideas
9 Types of Biodegradable Packaging to Better Your Brand Footprint
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Aug 19, 2019
According to National Geographic, there are over five trillion pieces of plastic debris in the...
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Sustainability
Sustainable Practices in Retail: How to Go Green and Do it Well
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Aug 16, 2019
Sustainability has always been somewhat of a niche approach in retail. Although, more and more...
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Sustainability
4 Unique Ways to Improve Your Product Packaging in 2019
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Aug 12, 2019
Packaging is often something brands don’t consider, it’s just a way to get their products safely...
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Sustainability
How Does Sustainability Impact Brand Value?
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Aug 5, 2019
When it comes to sustainability and corporate social responsibility, many brands adopt the mindset...
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Packaging Ideas
Biodegradable Product Packaging vs Degradable vs Compostable: What are the Differences?
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Jul 29, 2019
Whether it’s Patagonia’s pledge to support grassroots environmental groups or Puma’s switch to...
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Sustainability
10 Brands That Have Embraced Eco-Friendly Manufacturing and Packaging Solutions
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Jul 22, 2019
By 2050, our oceans are expected to contain more plastic than fish. Harrowing statistics like this...
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Eco-Friendly
What are Biodegradable Plastics and should I use them?
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Jul 12, 2019
Biodegradable Plastics
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Sustainability
Celebrating our 4th Year with SAP Business ByDesign.
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Apr 9, 2019
This world leading all en-compassing ERP system allows us to be at the front of intelligent client...
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Innovation
Compostable verses Biodegradable Packaging
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Mar 21, 2019
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recycled
Make Fashion Sustainable with Bamboo and Straw
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Mar 19, 2019
Make Fashion Sustainable Second to oil, the fashion and textiles industry is one of the most...
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Garment Branding
Eco-friendly Branding Tips
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Feb 15, 2017
Are we in the most Polluting Industry in the world?
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