Seasonal Affective Disorder exists in the summertime too
While many people struggle with depression during dark winter months, the long and hot days of summer bring about a similar struggle for many. As the planet heats up, psychologists warn extreme and prolonged heatwaves could see more people affected. Summertime Sadness isnβt just a song by Lana del Rey,...
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Is Californiaβs textile recycling bill a fashion revolution?
The legislation could mark a watershed moment for sustainability in fashion. But can it do enough to change things?Β California is on the verge of passing a groundbreaking bill that could reshape the fashion industryβs environmental footprint. The Textile Recycling Bill (or SB 707), is currently advancing through the...
Spanish footballer Hector BellerΓn launches sustainable clothing line
Known for his delectable taste in fashion and advocacy for shopping sustainably, Real Betis footballer Hector BellerΓn how now launched a clothing brand of his own. βWhy are footballers no longer dressing like sh*t?β, asked Culted Magazine in a recent article. Itβs a good question, as footballers havenβt had a...
Kourtney Kardashianβs βLemmeβ launches an appetite suppressant
The eldest Kardashian sister launched her wellness gummy brand back in 2022, promising better sleep, less bloating, and a yummy-tasting hoo-ha. Its latest line of gummies now promise to regulate blood sugar and tackle our desire to (gasp!) have a snack. Want to chill? Want to sleep? Want to debloat?...
Berlin Fashion Week heightens its sustainability requirements
Following steps taken by Copenhagen Fashion Week, the event taking place in Berlin will require its designers to meet new environmentally conscious targets. In attempts to repair the fashion industryβs poor environmental reputation, numerous fashion weeks across Europe are heightening their sustainability requirements for brands and designers. Back in April, Copenhagen...
Dior comes under fire for labour conditions
A recent investigation into factories in Italy found the luxury brand guilty of exploiting contractors. Like most luxury fashion brands, Dior is renowned for their elegance and meticulous craftsmanship. The company has long prided themselves on the savoir faire required to make their products βΒ particularly their handbags, widely considered Diorβs most...
Why are fast fashion brands scrapping free returns?
Pretty Little Thing is the latest fast fashion retailer to start charging customers who make returns. But is the decision down to concern for the planet, or profit?Β UK customers have been left disgruntled after popular online fashion retailer Pretty Little Thing (PLT) announced it was scrapping free returns. Consumers will now be charged Β£1.99 to return clothes, an amount that will be deducted from their refund.Β For a generation accustomed...
Is Gen Zβs attitude towards hormonal contraception changing?
Influenced by a recent TikTok trend warning against the mental and physical health implications of artificial birth control, an increasing number of young women are ditching the pill in favour of more βnaturalβ options. Recent studies show that the intake of the pill is decreasing. Early this year, the UK government reported that the rate of βshort-acting combined oral contraceptivesβ remains 30 per cent below the pre-pandemic...
The UK is getting a new sustainable fashion show this September
A new fashion show is coming to England, showcasing a curated collection of the best pieces in pre-loved and vintage fashion. Aiming to promote circular fashion, it will also provide an opportunity for attendees to donate, swap, and mend their clothing. Pre-loved clothing is all the rage these days, with global consumers becoming increasingly aware of the unsustainable nature of the modern fashion industry. Alongside physical vintage shops, platforms like Depop,...
Scientists make progress on birth control options for men
The latest experimental product to show promise in early-stage clinical trials is a hormonal gel rubbed on both shoulder blades once a day to lower sperm count. According to a new study, it takes effect sooner than other methods. It looks as though birth control options for men may soon expand beyond condoms and vasectomies, as scientists have recently made progress on a hormonal gel thatβs reported to work more...
