Fash-Ed

Fash-Ed

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  • 28: Fact Friday: In The 19th Century, Some Men Wore Detachable Collars That Were Starched So Much They Could Be ___

    A little bit of grim fashion history for you awaits in this short episode!


    Information Sources:

    https://www.buzzfeed.com/jamedjackson/fashion-beauty-weird-facts

    https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20150624-when-fashion-kills


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    3 min
  • 27: Book & Movie Club: Fashionopolis by Dana Thomas & Fash-Ed Updates!
    Fashionopolis by Dana Thomas has so much valuable information that it would be impossible to cover everything in just one episode! So for this one, I've picked out 10 of the top things I learned from the book and shared some updates on the podcast's second season! (Apologies for the parts where you can hear my dog growling in the background 😂)
    August Book & Movie Club Pick:
    The September Issue (movie), available to rent for $3.99 on Amazon
    Information Source:
    Fashionopolis by Dana Thomas: Bookshop paperback & ebook (supports Fash-Ed & independent bookstores!), Kindle version
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    20 min
  • 26: Surprise Episode! Fact Tuesday: ___% of Microfibers Released by Synthetic Fabrics End Up in Rivers, Lakes, & Oceans

    This is an extra little surprise fact episode to start off this season of Fash-Ed!  Listen to find out how our food chain is affected by microfibers released from synthetic fabrics (like polyester, nylon, PVC, and more).


    Information Sources:

    Fashionopolis by Dana Thomas: Bookshop paperback & e-book (supports independent bookstores & Fash-Ed!); Kindle version

    https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/mar/24/microplastics-found-in-human-blood-for-first-time


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    3 min
  • 25: Book & Movie Club: Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has to Travel

    This episode discusses Fash-Ed's June Book & Movie Club pick, the film, Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has to Travel


    July Book & Movie Club Pick: Fashionopolis by Dana Thomas

    Buy on Bookshop: Paperback & E-Book (supports Fash-Ed & local bookshops!)

    Buy on Amazon: Kindle/Audiobook/Hardback/Paperback


    Watch here:

    Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has to Travel


    Examples of Diana Vreeland's Why Don't You...:

    https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/features/a2620/diana-vreeland-why-dont-you/


    Fash-Ed Contact:

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    18 min
  • 23: Responsible Ways to Clean Out Your Closet

    Keep your clothes from being burnt or ending up in a landfill with these responsible recycling brands!


    thredUP clean out

    ($10 off secondhand shopping on thredUP)


    For Days Take Back Bag


    Knickey

    (15% off your first eco-friendly undergarment purchase at Knickey)


    Fash-Ed Contact Info:

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    Twitter: nat_labarbera_

    12 min
  • 22: Fact Friday: The First Official Paris Fashion Week Took Place on ___ & Kicked Off ___

    Learn when the first Paris Fashion Week which included haute couture, ready-to-wear, & menswear happened & a bit about the intriguing competition it kicked off!


    Information Source:

    FACTS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT PARIS FASHION WEEK


    Further Reading:

    The Battle of Versailles: The Night American Fashion Stumbled Into the Spotlight and Made History - Robin Givhan (Purchasing through Bookshop will support Fash-Ed & independent bookstores!)

    Amazon link


    Fash-Ed Contact Info:

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    Twitter: nat_labarbera_

    5 min
  • 21: What is the International Accord & Why Should I Care About It?

    Learn why it's important for garment worker safety to know about & encourage brands to sign on to the International Accord!


    International Accord:

    How the International Accord Helps Worker Safety

    FAQ's

    Signatories 


    If you want to learn more about Re/Make, which often supports the International Accord, visit here: Re/Make Website; Instagram


    Fash-Ed Contact Info:

    Instagram: Fash.Ed

    Twitter: nat_labarbera_

    14 min
  • 19: Brand Deep Dive: Boyish ⭐️⭐️⭐️
    This episode starts out a new series on Fash-Ed of deep dives into brands to assess their ethical practices.  Brands are rated on a scale of 1-3 stars.  One star being brands I would avoid, 2 being brands I would consider, and 3 being brands I would definitely shop from and recommend!  This episode features the brand Boyish.
    Boyish Website
    Boyish Good on You rating 
    Info on false claims of organic cotton:
    That Organic Cotton T-Shirt May Not Be as Organic as You Think
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    23 min

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