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Sustainable Fashion - Origami?

Hmmm, aren't those the stuff we used to do with paper when we were a kid?   You remember curvy divas , take a sheet of paper, fold it this way and that way, until it becomes a unique shape, much smaller than when you started?!  Well, how about wearing origami?  I was enthralled to read the latest article in Co.Design on fastdesign.com by Margaret Rhodes about the design company Kumako who creates the most unique products! The Geometric Omni Bag In this case, it is a "shape-shifter" style bag can be different sizes, from a handbag (the smallest) to a laundry basket (the largest)!  We are talking sustainable fashion here curvy divas, in the shape of a bag! How is it sustainable? Well, reusable, one bag, many looks ! To read more, go to the link below! http://www.fastcodesign.com/1673155/a-clever-shape-shifting-bag-inspired-by-origami?partner=newsletter#1 Read more on Margaret Rhodes  

Does Sustainable Fashion have a Future?

Being environmentally conscious is something I am learning to do and it is fast becoming a favorite topic of mine curvy divas . I believe that as time changes we are all learning to not just be aware of our environment but to act to protect it as well! We have to change our attitudes and behavior in our lifestyle so as to consciously help ourselves. Last month H&M along with Vogue put together a panel of fashionably conscious people participated in a live discussion held at The New School for Design at Parson's, about "How can we create a more sustainable fashion future".   Once again I turned to one of my favorite online fashion source, Refinery29  where writer Glynnis Mapp shared more about this outstanding event!  The panel discussed ways we as consumers could practice sustainability in fashion, and also how the government could be involved. There was suggestion of a "by the pound incentive program for consumers..." and where "points" could...