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About the Fabric
Discover the essence of sustainable fashion at California Sustainable Fashion Week. Our "About the Fabric" category explores eco-friendly materials, innovative textiles, and ethical production methods. Learn how designers prioritize sustainability, from organic cotton to recycled fibers, reducing environmental impact while creating stylish, timeless pieces. Join us in celebrating fabrics that honor the planet and redefine fashion’s future.


Pact Clothing: Earth's Favorite Sustainable Basics?
Pact was founded in 2009 by Jason Kibbey and Jeff Denby, two UC Berkeley Haas graduates passionate about transparent and sustainable supply chains. Starting with a witty tagline—"Change starts with your underwear"—the brand launched with organic cotton underwear, quickly expanding into tees, leggings, loungewear, and more for women, men, kids, and even babies. Over the years, it gained traction in retailers like Whole Foods, Target, Nordstrom, and Macy's.

Emily Brooks
Dec 28, 20252 min read


Mushroom Leather Is Having a Moment – And It Might Just Save Fashion
One standout topic that's generating significant buzz in the sustainable fashion industry right now is the emergence of mushroom leather (mycelium-based materials) as a game-changing alternative to traditional leather. This isn't just a niche experiment—it's a scalable, cruelty-free innovation that's catching fire among luxury brands, eco-conscious consumers, and even automakers, positioning it as a symbol of biotech-driven sustainability in 2025.

Emily Brooks
Dec 5, 20253 min read


Why European Flax Fabric is the Best in the World: A Timeless Textile for Modern Wardrobes
Flax-based textiles have clothed humanity for millennia, but when it comes to quality, nothing rivals European Flax Fabric. Sourced from the flax fields of Western Europe—primarily France, Belgium, and the Netherlands—this premium fiber is celebrated for its strength, softness, and eco-friendliness, setting the global standard for sustainable clothing.

Emily Brooks
Oct 3, 20254 min read
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