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Humane-scale, eco-logical, urban forms and functions emerge over millennia; epitomised in European central cities from the North to the South and West to East, irrespective of climate and culture. These timeless-design cities are renowned as eminently liveable; but all cities are hot: thermally massive sinks and radiators – urban-climate disruptors, global-climate-change agents. Fortuitously, in the timeless form and function, moderator potentials for urban cooling are in-built.
Review: In “Timeless Cities: A Blueprint for Livable and Sustainable Urban Ecology,” Professor Samuels takes readers on a deep dive into the world of urban design theory and practice. The book’s 300 plus pages may be challenging for some readers, but those who persevere will be rewarded with a wealth of insights and ideas.
Samuels’ encyclopedic knowledge of urban design is evident throughout the book, as he draws connections between seemingly disparate fields and concepts. His exploration of the relationship between urban form and climate change is particularly sobering, highlighting the urgent need for a approach to city-making.
In the footsteps of popular urban design books like “The Death and Life of Great American Cities” or “Happy City,” this is an important contribution to the field, one that will be valued by serious students and practitioners of urban design. For those willing to grapple with its complexities, this book offers a roadmap for creating truly sustainable, livable cities.
‘A funny, achievable guide’ Observer
‘Lauren Bravo is one of my favourite writers’ Dolly Alderton
‘Bravo will inspire you to repair, recycle and give old items a new lease of life’ Stylist
You probably know the statistics: global clothing production has roughly doubled in just 15 years, and every year an estimated 300,000 tonnes of used clothing ends up in UK landfill.
Fast fashion is the ultimate toxic relationship. It’s bad news for the planet, our brains and our bank balances. We can’t go on like this; our shopping habits need an overhaul.
Journalist Lauren Bravo loves clothes more than anything, but she’s called time on her affair with fast fashion in search of a slower, saner way of dressing. In this book, she’ll help you do the same.
How To Break Up With Fast Fashion will help you to change your mindset, fall back in love with your wardrobe and embrace more sustainable ways of shopping – from the clothes swap to the charity shop. Full of refreshing honesty and realistic advice, Lauren will inspire you to repair, recycle and give your unloved items a new lease of life without sacrificing your style.
Because fashion belongs to everyone, but no outfit should cost us the earth.
Is global fashion a wolf in sheep’s clothing? An industry insider takes a hard look at the apparel trade. With sales of more than five hundred billion US dollars a year, the fashion industry is one of the most important sectors of the global economy, employing millions of men, women, and often children in the developing world. And yet its record is far from pretty. The collapse of Bangladesh’s Rana Plaza with some thirty-five hundred desperately underpaid garment workers inside was a shocking example of what can go wrong when manufacturers ruthlessly cut costs while turning a blind eye to labor rights and workplace safety. Written by an apparel industry insider, Fixing Fashion argues that the true legacy of Rana Plaza is increased awareness of how cheap, disposable clothing has led time and time again to serious community, environmental, and labor rights abuses. Ethical supply chain professional Michael Lavergne explores: The birth of the global apparel trade, from colonialism and slavery to today’s neoliberal trade agenda The birth of the global apparel trade, from colonialism and slavery to today’s neoliberal trade agenda How the infamous race to the bottom has led to some of the worst social and environmental excesses in the global apparel industry How the infamous race to the bottom has led to some of the worst social and environmental excesses in the global apparel industry The rise of a new breed of entrepreneurs and stakeholders driving change and transparency across international supply chains The rise of a new breed of entrepreneurs and stakeholders driving change and transparency across international supply chains By taking a hard look at the very real impacts of our consumer culture’s addiction to disposable fashion, Fixing Fashion challenges each of us to take full responsibility for understanding the hidden cost of our clothes. Michael Lavergne is an ethical supply chain professional committed to sustainable fashion industry and the protection of labor, environmental and human rights in the developing world.
Part tell-all memoir and part entrepreneur crash course, the founder of The RealReal offers an emboldening story of perspective and triumph
When she was 52, a recruiter told Julie Wainwright that her failure as CEO of Pets.com made her unemployable. But she proved him—and Silicon Valley—wrong and built her company from an idea into the world’s largest resource for authenticated luxury resale. Since its launch in 2011, The RealReal has changed the world of fashion forever, making luxury items more accessible and sustainable.
Time to Get Real spills the tea on the entrepreneurial journey from a woman’s perspective and includes all the lessons learned and mistakes made along the way to a billion-dollar business and public company. This is the book Julie wished she had when she was in the trenches—one that shares the whole exhilarating, stressful, glorious, messy truth about success.
Time to Get Real isn’t just about Julie’s wild ride through Silicon Valley; it will also show you how to:
Build a business from the ground upBuild a business from the ground upHire for startups while avoiding common oversightsHire for startups while avoiding common oversightsOvercome workplace bias and adversityOvercome workplace bias and adversityBe a shark—and create a unicornBe a shark—and create a unicorn
With Julie’s inspirational story and hard-earned wisdom, this is the perfect read for anyone who has ever imagined starting a company, loves fashion, or wants an uncensored glimpse behind the scenes from a woman who succeeded in spite of it all.
The book delves on colour palettes for fashion: the meaning of colour, where its name comes, the fabrics on which particular colours look best and the best colour combinations.
Color consultant and curator Lauren Wager, author of the best-selling Palette Perfect volumes, and colorist, designer, and trend forecaster Sophia Naureen Ahmad team up in this practical and inspirational compendium that shows us how colors can be made to come alive and achieve specific effects in fashion. With quick and easy explanations that reveal the sensations each color communicates, how they are perceived, and their effects on different fabrics, the book seeks to inspire people and to help them express themselves through color. General readers will learn how to apply and combine it in and exciting ways in their day-to-day wardrobe while fresh insights about the use of colors will enliven the creations of fashion design professionals. Vivid photographs bring the descriptions and explanations to life, allowing us to see with our own eyes how the right fabric for each color is used in fashion to express different moods, experiences, energy, and emotions. Each chapter features a unique color that speaks to the contemporary moment in which the authors delve into the origins of each color name and explore how it acts visually and in relation to other colors. A kind of color dictionary within the world of fashion, the palettes shown in this practical guide are a great way to get inspired by colors and combinations you may not have considered before that work perfectly.
A practical tool kit for mending and upcycling your wardrobe.
It’s “sew” simple to give your wardrobe an eco-chic edge! With fast fixes and clever techniques, this accessible, fully illustrated sewing book has everything you need to mend, customize and care for your clothes.
Parting with damaged, yet beloved, clothes can be one of the saddest things, but what if you were able to fix those holes, give them a fresher look, and extend their life? Luckily, with this guide to mending and patching, you don’t have to say goodbye to your favorite clothing items ever again!
Now you can cherish all your garments, even those in the furthest corner of your closet! This sewing book for beginners will help you master the skills to repair a seam and mend a hem, even if you’ve never touched a needle and thread before!
Enjoy Your Clothes for Longer
This sewing book arms you with the techniques you need to enjoy your clothes for longer and express your creativity. Detailed step-by-step illustrations and clear instructions explain how to sew, repurpose, and care for your clothes in a range of materials.
For anyone who cares about reducing fashion waste but doesn’t want to sacrifice style, this is the book for you! It addresses the way mending is great for fashion sustainability and gives you the low down on “fast fashion”. From polluting ecosystems and breeding unsafe work environments, discover the huge human and environmental impacts those irresistibly cheap t-shirts have.
The Art of Mending and Sewing
Mend It. Wear It. Love It is for everyone! Packed full of simple fixes, as well as more advanced techniques, this book is perfect for sewers, crafters, and fashion lovers of all experience levels.
Betrayal. Ambition. Resilience. When love and trust collide, the fallout is monumental.In the high-stakes world of sustainable fashion, Natalia Russo has dedicated her life to building Conscious Threads, a that epitomizes innovation, integrity, and eco-conscious design. Just as Natalia is poised to launch her most ambitious project yet, she discovers the unthinkable: her trusted partner, Lucas Holt, has been orchestrating a ruthless takeover.”How could you do this to us? To me? I trusted you…”Caught in a web of deceit and corporate espionage, Natalia must navigate the treacherous landscape of betrayal and ambition. With the support of her loyal team and the indomitable Sophia, Natalia embarks on a journey to expose the truth, protect her , and reclaim her vision.”Welcome to the future of fashion. Our line represents our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and ethical practices. We’re excited to share this journey with you.”As Natalia battles to safeguard her life’s work, she uncovers the true strength of her leadership and the unwavering resilience of her team. From intense boardroom showdowns to heartfelt moments of personal reflection, The Adversary’s Betrayal is a gripping tale of passion, principles, and the power of unity.Join Natalia on a journey through corporate intrigue, ethical innovation, and the relentless pursuit of justice. Perfect for readers who love strong female protagonists, high-stakes drama, and a touch of romance.Dive into Adversary’s Betrayal: Trust Shattered and discover what it takes to rebuild when everything you hold dear is on the line.
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE to transforming the fashion industry through the lens of sustainability.
Ülfet Doganay, a visionary leader in the field, guides you through the complex web of eco-friendly practices in the garment industry with her book, “Green Chic: Sustainable Fashion in Practice”.
Within the pages of this illuminating guide, you will find:The critical concept of the Circular Economy, its relevance, benefits, and current challenges in fashion.The critical concept of the Circular Economy, its relevance, benefits, and current challenges in fashion.An in-depth exploration of Sustainable Fashion and its environmental and social impacts.An in-depth exploration of Sustainable Fashion and its environmental and social impacts.An insightful review of Circular Fashion Models, including recycling, upcycling, and closed-loop production.An insightful review of Circular Fashion Models, including recycling, upcycling, and closed-loop production.An analysis of the ‘3Rs’ in the textile industry and strategies for cleaner production and waste management.An analysis of the ‘3Rs’ in the textile industry and strategies for cleaner production and waste management.A practical guide on building and maintaining a sustainable wardrobe.A practical guide on building and maintaining a sustainable wardrobe.A glimpse into the future of sustainable fashion: trends, innovations, and challenges.A glimpse into the future of sustainable fashion: trends, innovations, and challenges.Ülfet Doganay, a game-changer in sustainable fashion, masterfully demystifies the intricate layers of eco-conscious practices in the garment industry, ultimately unveiling a new horizon for the future of fashion.
Are you ready to turn the page towards a more sustainable future? Join Ülfet in “Green Chic,” and transform the fashion world one eco-friendly garment at a time.
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