THE SHABBY SIDE OF CHIC.
Published In: Australian Geographic, 2025, n. 188. P. 82 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: MATHIS, ESME 3 of 3
Abstract
The article focuses on Australia's fast fashion industry, highlighting its status as the world's largest per capita consumer of textiles and the resulting environmental and social challenges. It discusses the work of The Social Outfit, a Sydney-based social enterprise that employs refugee and migrant women, diverting fabric from landfills while promoting ethical fashion practices. The article also examines the detrimental impacts of fast fashion, including significant textile waste and exploitation of overseas workers, and emphasizes the need for government intervention to promote sustainable practices. Additionally, it mentions emerging initiatives like the Seamless clothing stewardship scheme and the National Manufacturing Strategy aimed at revitalizing Australia's textile industry. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Australian Geographic. 2025/09, Issue 188, p82
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
- Publication Date:2025
- ISSN:0816-1658
- Accession Number:187519232
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