Hearts On Our Sleeves

Hearts On Our Sleeves

Hosted by Charis Kibble and Paula Griffiths. Hearts On Our Sleeves takes a looks into the the complex issues of fashion. It looks at where our clothes come from, where they are headed and how to change the fashion industry for the better. In this series, Charis and Paula tackle some big questions about fast fashion, sustainability and social justice, getting advice from industry experts along the way.

Episodes

  1. 09/07/2020

    A Sustainable Wedding

    Hosted by Charis Kibble and Paula Griffiths. Hearts On Our Sleeves takes a looks into the  the complex issues of fashion. It looks at where our clothes come from, where they are headed and how to change the fashion industry for the better.  In this series, Charis and Paula tackle some big questions about fast fashion, sustainability and social justice, getting advice from industry experts along the way. Episode 5: In this episode, Charis & Paula talk about weddings - the environmental impact, where to buy dresses, what to do with your dress after the day and the story of how they bought their own dresses. Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/hearts.onoursleeves/ Email us: contacthearts.onoursleeves@gmail.com Shops we talked about: Wilden London: https://www.wildenlondon.com/ Indie Bride: https://indiebridelondon.co.uk/ Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/ Linda Thomas Eco Design: https://lindathomasecodesign.co.uk/ Brides Do Good: https://www.bridesdogood.com/about-us Our Closet: https://ourcloset.co.uk/product-category/occasions/wedding-gown/ Bridal Reloved: https://bridalreloved.co.uk/about-us/ Heartfelt Vintage: https://www.heartfeltvintage.co.uk/vintage-wedding-dress-uk Jane Bourvis: https://www.janebourvis.com/ Yardsmen: https://www.yardsmen.com/pages/about-us Our Sources: https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-and-eco-friendly-wedding-dresses https://www.terrapass.com/wedding-carbon-offsets https://hire.girlmeetsdress.com/collections/wedding-dresses https://www.countryliving.com/uk/news/g33364710/wedding-dresses-sustainable/ https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/bazaar-brides/a30793075/how-to-buy-sustainable-wedding-dress/ https://www.rokit.co.uk/mens

    A Sustainable Wedding
  2. 07/19/2020

    UK Fashion Exposed: It's a Race Issue

    Hosted by Charis Kibble and Paula Griffiths. Hearts On Our Sleeves takes a looks into the  the complex issues of fashion. It looks at where our clothes come from, where they are headed and how to change the fashion industry for the better.  In this series, Charis and Paula tackle some big questions about fast fashion, sustainability and social justice, getting advice from industry experts along the way. Episode 3: In this episode we discuss the lastest fast fashion news, including the recent Boohoo slavery scandal. We also talk how racism and systemic oppression is an issue in the industry, in light of the Black Lives Matter Movement.  Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/hearts.onoursleeves/ Some of the things we talked about: Charis' Embroidery: https://www.charisesther.com/ Lucy & Yak:  https://lucyandyak.com/ People Tree:  https://peopletree.co.uk/ Shay and Blue www.shayandblue.com Labour Behind the label:  https://labourbehindthelabel.org/report-boohoo-covid-19-the-people-behind-the-profit/ Sunday Times:  https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/boohoo-fashion-giant-faces-slavery-investigation-57s3hxcth Pay Up Petition: http://chng.it/RjFmm7NPfG Support Garment Workers: supportgarmentworkers.org Remake Our World:  https://remake.world/ Clean Clothes Campaign:  https://cleanclothes.org/ Fashion Revolution:  https://www.fashionrevolution.org/ Fact Sources: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2020/jul/07/next-and-asos-drop-boohoo-amid-leicester-garment-factory-claims https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/jul/07/pandemic-fast-fashion-boohoo-influencer-landfill https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2020/jun/11/racism-is-at-the-heart-of-fast-fashion-its-time-for-change https://www.fastcompany.com/90226152/why-racism-is-so-entrenched-in-the-fashion-industry https://www.businessoffashion.com/articles/professional/reformation-founder-and-ceo-steps-down-after-accusations-of-racism

    UK Fashion Exposed: It's a Race Issue
  3. 06/14/2020

    Sustainable Fashion For Men

    Hosted by Charis Kibble and Paula Griffiths. Hearts On Our Sleeves takes a looks into the  the complex issues of fashion. It looks at where our clothes come from, where they are headed and how to change the fashion industry for the better.  In this series, Charis and Paula tackle some big questions about fast fashion, sustainability and social justice, getting advice from industry experts along the way. Episode 5: In this episode we bring on some guests to talk about sustainable and ethical fashion for men. Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/hearts.onoursleeves/ Some of the things we talked about: Brothers We Stand:  www.brotherswestand.com/ Though Clothing:  https://www.wearethought.com/ Bloo Bloom:  https://www.bloobloom.com/ People Tree:  https://peopletree.co.uk/ Next: https://www.nextplc.co.uk/corporate-responsibility/our-suppliers Lost Stock:  https://loststock.com/ Sajida Foundation:  https://sajidafoundation.org/ Triad Craft:  https://traidcraftexchange.org/fast-fashion-how-are-brands-responding Fashion Revolution - how to support during Covid - 19: https://www.fashionrevolution.org/the-impact-of-covid-19-on-the-people-who-make-our-clothes/ Community Clothing:  https://communityclothing.co.uk/ Nudie Jeans:  https://www.nudiejeans.com/ Rapanui:  https://rapanuiclothing.com/ Finisterre:  https://finisterre.com/ Cotopaxi:  https://www.cotopaxi.com/ Sanchos:  https://sanchosshop.com/ Know The Origin: https://knowtheorigin.com/ Howies:  www.howies.co.uk/pages/mens-home Ethical Superstore:  https://www.ethicalsuperstore.com/ Patagonia: www.patagonia.com/shop/mens The Level Collective:  https://thelevelcollective.com/shop/ Idioma:  www.idioma.world/collections/he

  4. 05/10/2020

    Fashion In Lockdown

    Hosted by Charis Kibble and Paula Griffiths. Hearts On Our Sleeves takes a looks into the  the complex issues of fashion. It looks at where our clothes come from, where they are headed and how to change the fashion industry for the better.  In this series, Charis and Paula tackle some big questions about fast fashion, sustainability and social justice, getting advice from industry experts along the way. Episode 5: In this episode, Charis & Paula answer your questions about the effect of Covid-19 on the fashion industry. Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/hearts.onoursleeves/ References Mentioned: Rana Plaza & H&M's transparency claim: https://knowtheorigin.com/blogs/ktotalks/transparency-is-not-the-same-as-ethical Covid - 19:  https://knowtheorigin.com/blogs/ktotalks/covid-19-textile-factories-and-workers Labour Behind the Label - sign a letter to brands during Covid - 19: https://labourbehindthelabel.org/covid-19-support-workers/ Fashion Revolution - how to support during Covid - 19: https://www.fashionrevolution.org/the-impact-of-covid-19-on-the-people-who-make-our-clothes/ Guardian Article 1: https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2020/apr/02/fashion-brands-cancellations-of-24bn-orders-catastrophic-for-bangladesh Guardian Article 2: https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2020/apr/15/arcadia-group-cancels-over-100m-of-orders-as-garment-industry-faces-ruin Instagram Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/B-xdQBKhYWh/ AWAJ Foundation: http://awajfoundation.org/ The Garment Care Worker Center: https://garmentworkercenter.org/ Good Weave: https://goodweave.org/ Independent Article: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/fashion/coronavirus-charity-tshirt-stay-home-fast-fashion-garment-workers-pollution-a9482351.html

    Fashion In Lockdown

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Hosted by Charis Kibble and Paula Griffiths. Hearts On Our Sleeves takes a looks into the the complex issues of fashion. It looks at where our clothes come from, where they are headed and how to change the fashion industry for the better. In this series, Charis and Paula tackle some big questions about fast fashion, sustainability and social justice, getting advice from industry experts along the way.