Three videos that you should watch to understand the environmental impact of your clothes

Beatrix Nitschke
Nov 2, 2021
2 min read

Updated: Nov 19, 2021

The textile industry is the second largest polluter in the world, learn more about the harming side effects of the glamorous world of fashion.

Fashion can be quite a magical and powerful thing. It’s like the kind of black magician that sucks out our souls and makes us do whatever they want us to do. Not only are we indirectly supporting inhumane work conditions while wanting to stay in trend, but our desire to be part of the cool kids equally makes us contribute to harming the environment and even if we would like to change something, it is difficult to exit this vicious cycle. Nevertheless, here are some videos that you should watch to become more aware of the pitfalls the fashion industry creates and to be able to be conscious about them in the future.

The journey of your clothes

Who would have thought that garments are such travel lovers?! Globalisation has indeed its positive sides: it makes us more connected, boosts economies and increases our knowledge exchange. But it also leads to exploitation of developing countries and practices that are severely damaging the environment. Learn more about what your clothes go through before they land in your overflown closet.

The dark side of the fast fashion industry

Speaking of overflown closets- think about how many clothes you buy each year, each month, maybe even each week and how often you wear them. The consumption of clothing is exploding and sometimes the clothes that get bought are worn only a few times before they are being thrown away. Get to know how much our unhealthy relationship with fashion is really impacting our environment.

The reality behind sustainable labels of fashion brands

Now you might argue that you already did your homework, and you are aware of all the negative impacts of the fast fashion industry. Hence, you only buy clothes from recycled materials and organic sources to be more environmentally friendly. But are you really? Here is what lies behind the sustainable claims of fashion brands.