In this podcast episode, Sebastian interviews Erin Houston, co-founder and CEO of wearwell, a company aiming to make the fashion industry more ethical and sustainable. They discuss the challenges of greenwashing, body positivity, and the need for sustainable fashion to be accessible and inclusive. Erin provides practical tips for shopping sustainably and highlights the importance of collaboration over competition in the social impact space. The episode also touches on the role of brands like Zara and Shein in the fast fashion industry and the need for consumers to be more conscious of their purchasing decisions.
Topics Discussed:
- The Greenwashing Problem
- Body Positivity and Health
- Tips for Shopping Sustainably
- Ethical Production and Sustainability in Fashion
- Limitations of Fashion Apparel Audits
- Greenwashing and Red Flags
- Fashion Industry's Impact on Consumer Behavior
- Speed of Supply Chain in Fast Fashion
- Reality of Garment Workers' Conditions
- Overproduction of Standard Sizing
- Limited Sustainable Options for Plus Size Consumers
- Gender Neutrality and Equity in Fashion
- Tips for Shopping Sustainably
- Asking About the Impact of a Product
- Traits of a Conscious Leader
- Greenwashing in the Fashion Industry
- Body Positivity in Fashion
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