In today’s episode I dissect what the Higg Index is and why the recent ruling from the Norwegian Consumer Protection Authority is causing a stir within the industry.

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TOPICS: Higg Index, Material Sustainability Index, Sustainable Apparel Coalition, Greenwashing, Polyester, Cotton, Life Cycle Assessment LCA’s, environmental impact.

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort is made to ensure that information is accurate at the time of recording, much like the fashion industry itself, this information may change. 
 

Sometimes an afterthought, a garment's care label is an important part of circular design. Listen in to learn how considering it at the start will help your business.

For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com. You can also download the new FREE Map your Supply Chain  here, or connect with Belinda on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/belindahumphrey_ or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-humphrey-99749043/

TOPICS: Garment care, take-back programs, recycling, responsible design, circular design, sustainability.

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort is made to ensure that information is accurate at the time of recording, much like the fashion industry itself, this information may change. 
 

Cotton is often called a thirsty crop alongside a quote saying it takes 20,000 litres to make the cotton for a t-shirt and pair of jeans. But is this actually true? A recent report would say no and in today’s episode we delve into one of the many myths about cotton.

For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com. You can also download the new FREE Map your Supply Chain  here, or connect with Belinda on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/belindahumphrey_ or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-humphrey-99749043/

TOPICS: Cotton, myths, water use, misinformation, fashion, sustainability

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort is made to ensure that information is accurate at the time of recording, much like the fashion industry itself, this information may change. 
 
 

Being able to look at a garment and figure out where it is going wrong is a learned skill but listen in for 3 key areas I look to first when trying to figure out why my sample doesn’t look the way I thought it would.

For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com. You can also download the new FREE Map your Supply Chain  here, or connect with Belinda on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/belindahumphrey_ or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-humphrey-99749043/

TOPICS: Design, Patternmaking, Proportions, Fabric

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort is made to ensure that information is accurate at the time of recording, much like the fashion industry itself, this information may change. 
 
 

Do you think that businesses with slow fashion principles sacrifice financial profit? Listen in for some reasons as to why this is not the case.

For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com. You can also download the new FREE Map your Supply Chain  here, or connect with Belinda on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/belindahumphrey_ or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-humphrey-99749043/

TOPICS: Slow fashion, fast fashion, design process, production, sustainability

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort is made to ensure that information is accurate at the time of recording, much like the fashion industry itself, this information may change. 
 

Denim has long held a reputation for being resource and labour intensive but brands are reinventing their processes to shake off that label and be more sustainable.

For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com. You can also download the new FREE Map your Supply Chain  here, or connect with Belinda on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/belindahumphrey_ or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-humphrey-99749043/

TOPICS: Denim, organic cotton, indigo, compostable, biodegradable, recycled cotton, jeans, GOTS certified, Green screen, blue sign, Oeko-tex 

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort is made to ensure that information is accurate at the time of recording, much like the fashion industry itself, this information may change. 

Understand why you might not be able to find what you are looking for when you are sourcing materials or manufacturers and know how to approach your sourcing more strategically.

For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com. You can also download the new FREE Map your Supply Chain  here, or connect with Belinda on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/belindahumphrey_ or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-humphrey-99749043/

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort is made to ensure that information is accurate at the time of recording, much like the fashion industry itself, this information may change. 
 
TOPICS:
Sustainable sourcing, Ethical sourcing, global supply chains, fabrics, materials, carbon footprint, manufacturing, supply chain risk.

Today’s episode is all about the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs, why they were created and why they are a beneficial framework to use when shaping your sustainability strategy.

For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com. You can also download the new FREE Map your Supply Chain  here, or connect with Belinda on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/belindahumphrey_ or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-humphrey-99749043/

sustainable development goals, climate change, sustainable,  fashion, inclusive, SDGs, sustainably, corporate social responsibility
 
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Businesses are fearful of being called out for Greenwashing, so how do you make sure your customers know your efforts are genuine? Listen in to today’s episode for 5 key tips. 

For all the shownotes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com. You can also download the new FREE Map your Supply Chain  here, or connect with Belinda on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/belindahumphrey_ or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-humphrey-99749043/

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort is made to ensure that information is accurate at the time of recording, much like the fashion industry itself, this information may change. 
 
TOPICS:

Greenwashing, ACCC, sustainability efforts, small business, fashion organisation, cancel culture.

Today I talk about the one thing you need to be thinking about when designing your product to make your circular economy strategy a success.

For all the show notes, including any links to resources mentioned, head over to www.belindahumphrey.com. You can also download the new FREE Map your Supply Chain  here, or connect with Belinda on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/belindahumphrey_ or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-humphrey-99749043/

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort is made to ensure that information is accurate at the time of recording, much like the fashion industry itself, this information may change. 
 
TOPICS:

Circular Economy, Circular Design, Quality, Sustainability, Resale, Repair, Reuse, Rent