Ethical fashion – an unfeasible endeavor? Paris hosted a trade show pondering this question. The majority of the exhibitors were small clothing manufacturers. You could perceive lot of joint ventures between Western companies – French, Australian or Welsh – and those from more of emerging countries like India, Madagascar or Argentina. From the latter, Pampa Pop‘s colorful thongs stole my heart. Here’s a peak at the catwalk staging three South American designers. Cozy and inviting Peruvian wool.
Some more snapshots to convey the energetic atmosphere. I greatly appreciated the skillful use of colors. All served with flirtatious rhythms.
How wonderful to see this model pose in such a positive glowing way.
Caroussel du Louvre, a chic shopping mall under the Louvre Museum premises, showcased the event with due poise.
Did the event bring insight into my question… not really, but it provided food for the thought. Ethical apparel is quite a deal costlier – but maybe I owe the investment to this earth and its inhabitants. Dignified working conditions, remuneration and good sustainable manufacturing processes. Something I plan to keep in mind when considering my next – low or not – cost purchase.
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October 12, 2008 at 5:19 PM -
bon jour Susu, these fashions are really quite lovely… and lots of fun, all the colours and textures. i too am beginning to wonder what i might do to help along the journey of ethics for all persons. if i can shift my mind, perhaps i can learn and be aware of making purchases that are beneficial and not harmful to the quality of life for others. as you mentioned, it may cost (dollars & euros) a little more, but it is worth it…
October 12, 2008 at 8:52 PM -
Mmmmmmmmmmm, merci ! Ja kiitos tekstarista, olin otettu.
I was so sad to miss the event, having booked my weekend well beforehand – but thanks to you and Stazzy I still get to see and hear the ethical fashion news.
Great initiative, and anyway I’m convinced we do not have the choice anymore – it’s sustainable or the earth just blows up.
Thanks for promoting the concept ! =)
October 13, 2008 at 1:09 AM -
interesting concept, especially with fashion, an industry that thrives on hierarchy?
I wonder how the world will be, ten years from now?
October 13, 2008 at 1:07 PM -
Audrey- The event was a real nice, and educating. It’s not always easy to know what products are good, and what less, but I plan to pay more attention.
Maurelita – If we don’t change, the environment will… I heard this the other day on CNN and thought that it was really up to point. Oh, and thanks for mentioning me in your blog entry;)
Kitty – That’s a good question. I’d say that either our way to consume will drastically improve, or we’ll get ourselves even more into the now-here-right-away-consumption hype – and deeper into trouble. These seem very decisive days. I’m trying to make responsible decisions.
October 13, 2008 at 5:05 PM -
Oltiin sitten samaa näytöstä ihmettelemässä.
Pinkillä karvalla varustettu alakuvan mekko kuului ehdottomiin lemppareihini.
October 13, 2008 at 8:07 PM -
It’s definitely an interesting debate. A project comes to mind — GAP collaborated with Bono to create a clothing and accessories line made by African women and sold at GAP outlets. I think it’s called the RED campaign. There’s also the RED iPod too. Supposedly, the women are paid fair wages and the cotton are grown in fair trade plantations.
October 15, 2008 at 5:14 PM -
Stazzy – Niinpa, ja show oli aika magea, vai mita!
Ming the Merciless – I love hearing about these kinds of projects. They make this world a little less cold; and somewhat more hopeful.
October 16, 2008 at 12:57 PM -
I’m all for this! I try never to buy sweatshop, and I get my shoes from vegetarian Mooshoes.com ! My handbag is Mat&Nat.
We all have to do what we can, right?
October 18, 2008 at 9:04 AM -
Joy – Interesting to hear where you shop ecologically!