Teach Me A Lesson with Greg James and Bella Mackie

Can We Make Fast Fashion Guilt Free?


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Greg and Bella get a lesson in ethical consumerism from Design and Technology teacher Mr Brandy.

They'll start by looking at their own purchasing decisions: what's the last item they bought and why? They'll look at the oldest items in their wardrobes to see what that might tell us about how sustainable our current fashions are. As a case study, they'll take a look at the phone industry and discuss the ways we can beat planned obsolescence.

For the practical element of today's lesson, Mr Brandy will challenge Greg and Bella to set up their own fast fashion brand: coming up with a name and a product line, but also making some difficult decisions about manufacturing, shipping and packaging. Will they choose the more ethical, higher investment option, or will they leave ethics at the door in pursuit of profit?

Bad students of all ages are welcome. Expect brilliant teachers, captivating subjects but absolutely no homework.

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