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There should be a wider range of diversity in models of all sizes, especially in larger brands that can afford to hire more people. People of all body types and skin tones need to be better represented. Many people are rarely able to find clothing that is shown on someone who looks similar to them.

#fashion #inclusivity #sustainability

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Websites, especially those of larger brands, should works to have more diverse representation of skin tones. Many consumers struggle to find models who resemble them.

#fashion

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Love what y'all are doing. Can you do dollskill for the alt folks out there?

Thank you so much for your suggestion! A review on Dolls Kill will be out soon!

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Lululemon

Worker Wage - ★★☆☆☆

Based on the available information, we have found that Lululemon salaries in the US range from $8-$24.15, which is 9% below the national average. While Lululemon does not publish information on the wages of garment workers, outside sources state that the factory workers, who produce Lululemon’s garments, claim to be paid $110 a month in Bangladesh.

Working Conditions - ★☆☆☆☆

Their clothing is produced in Canada, the US, Peru, China, Bangladesh, Indonesia, India, Israel, Taiwan, South Korea, Malaysia, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, and Switzerland. Lululemon’s outsourced labor has raised questions in the past as to the treatment of the garment workers. In an investigation conducted by The Guardian, the workers claim to have been physically assaulted, verbally abused, and forced to work overtime, while making significantly less than the living wage.

Sustainable Materials - ★★☆☆☆

Lululemon says they aim to source more sustainable raw materials and fibers including recycled and renewable and recycled polyester and nylon. They aim to achieve at least 75% sustainable materials by 2025. Currently, they use low quantities of cotton and recycled materials. According to changingmarkets.org, Lululemon uses 23,390 tonnes of synthetics and 62% synthetic fibers in the production of their garments.

Environmental Impact - ★★★☆☆

On Lululemon’s website, they stress the company's aim towards reducing their carbon footprint by “eliminating waste and closed-loop innovation, making progress toward clean water and better chemistry”. Their website also stresses their goals such as reducing 60% of emissions in all owned and operated facilities and across their global supply chain. They intend to progress toward their goal by sourcing renewable energy, partnering with their manufacturers, and sourcing more raw sustainable materials. They have also joined THE CLIMATE GROUP’S RE100, signed the UN Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action. There is no evidence of Lululemon reducing their carbon emissions during the logistics stage of exportation.

Social Impact - ★★★☆☆

In 2022, Lululemon announced they would be donating $75.3 million to the BC Parks Foundation to support environmental preservation and habitat conservation efforts in British Columbia.

Inclusivity - ★★☆☆☆

Sizes at Lululemon range from XS-XXL, and model diversity does not reflect diverse sizing. Prices tend to be on the higher end.

Sources:

https://shop.lululemon.com/

#lululemon #sustainability #fashion #2 star worker wage #1 star working conditions #2 star sustainable materials #3 star environmental impact #3 star social impact #2 star inclusivity

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SHEIN

Worker Wage - ★☆☆☆☆

SHEIN does not publish the wages of garment workers.

It has been held up in many controversies revolving how much they pay garment workers with many of them being paid under a living wage. There have also been reports of workers having their pay docked for messing up on garments

Working Conditions - ★☆☆☆☆

SHEIN uses small factories that are not heavily regulated. As a result, factories lack emergency exists, windows are barred, and stairs are difficult to access or climb in case of an emergency. Workers are also subject to 75-hour workweeks which is illegal under Chinese law that mandates that a workweek is 40 hours.

Sustainable Materials - ★☆☆☆☆

SHEIN claims to use many recycled materials but there is no proof of this happening. Their clothes are generally made with virgin synthetic materials.

Environmental Impact - ★☆☆☆☆

The brand produces multiple million tons of waste a year. They produce an equal amount of CO2 to 180 coal-fired plants.

Social Impact - ★★☆☆☆

They run SHEIN X that connects designers with marketing and manufacturing tools in order to grow their businesses.

SHEIN also claims to distribute gifts to front line manufacturing workers and to help the children of workers access education.

Inclusivity - ★★★★★

Their clothes run from XS-4XL depending on the section and prices are generally under 10 dollars.

#shein #sustainability #1 star worker wage #1 star working conditions #1 star sustainable materials #1 star environmental impact #2 star social impact #5 star inclusivity

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Victoria's Secret

Worker Wage - ★☆☆☆☆

There is not sufficient information on whether or not they are properly paying garment workers. There have been claims that garment workers can make 4 cents per item In 2022, Victoria’s Secret paid $8.3 million to Thai workers that had been fired without proper severance in 2021

Working Conditions - ★☆☆☆☆

Victoria’s Secret has reportedly used child labor in parts of Africa, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. According to Victoria's Secret, Slave Labor And So-Called "Free Trade":

Many factory workers are unable to leave the manufacturing parks as they lack documentation and fear imprisonment for their lack of papers.

Workers are also subject to around 100-hour workdays, with mandatory overtime.

Employees that make mistakes are subject to being slapped or beaten and are given around 3 minutes to complete items

Sustainable Materials - ★★☆☆☆

Victoria’s Secret uses a small amount of organic cotton and recycled materials. Most of their materials are synthetic.

Environmental Impact - ★☆☆☆☆

Victoria’s Secret does not appear to control the environmental impacts of the factories that produce their garments.

In their stores and distribution centers, they have made efforts to reduce their energy consumption.

Social Impact - ★★☆☆☆

In 2022, Victoria’s Secret committed to donating $300,000 to non-profit organizations that focused on inclusion.

Inclusivity - ★★★☆☆

The average price of items at Victoria’s Secret is $44.

Bra sizes range from 30A to 44DD but these sizes are not available for all items.

#victoria's secret #sustainability #1 star worker wage #1 star working conditions #2 star sustainable materials #1 star environmental impact #2 star social impact #3 star inclusivity #victorias secret

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Able

Worker Wage - ★★★★☆

90% of the workforce at ABLE is female, changing the community by assigning empowering jobs to women. Able partners with vendors who share the same mindset.

Nashville minimum wage: $7.25/ hour Nashville individual living wage: $14.84/ hour (data from MIT Living Wage Calculator) Lowest wage at ABLE: $15.00/ hour

Wage scored by third party on-site auditor, employee interviews and verified company documents: 89.6% There is no confirmation on how much workers outside of the United States are making.

Working Conditions - ★★★☆☆

We have found that workers at ABLE prioritize empowering women and disadvantaged communities by providing fairly paid jobs, but they only ensure a living wage to the workers in the final production stage. The company also partly traces its supply chain through all stages of production. They do use a third-party auditor to audit their suppliers every year.

Sustainable Materials - ★★★★☆

ABLE claims to use eco-conscious materials and guarantees the pieces to last a lifetime:

Leather used is upcycled from discarded animal hides. Vendor partners use a 100% recycled, closed-loop water system. Sterling silver used is recycled. They steer clear from harsh chemicals like citric acid, instead of sodium bisulfate, for cleaning newly soldered jewelry. Scrap metal is collected and sent to a refinery to be recycled. Denim is sourced from western partners to reduce carbon footprint. They use a liquid indigo that requires less water when being washed. Denim scraps are given to the government to use for housing insulation. Packaging is in the process of becoming 100% recyclable.

Overall, ABLE prioritizes the longevity of their products through the use of low-impact and recycled materials, but there is no evidence they are taking action to eliminate or lessen their use of hazardous chemicals.

Environmental Impact - ★★★★☆

ABLE impacts the environment through the use of sustainable materials and the longevity of their products, resulting in less clothing in landfills.

Social Impact - N/A

Due to the size of the brand, there is not a discernible social impact.

Inclusivity - ★★★★★

ABLE’s website reflects their efforts for inclusivity, showcasing their choice for diverse models and available sizes, ranging from XXS-3X. Prices range from $30 to upwards of $300.

Sources:

https://www.ableclothing.com/pages/social-responsibility https://directory.goodonyou.eco/brand/able

#ABLE #fashion #sustainability #4 Star Worker Wage #3 Star Working Conditions #4 Star Sustainable Materials #4 Star Environmental Impact #5 Star Inclusivity #XXS-3X

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Abercrombie & Fitch

Worker Wage - ★☆☆☆☆

While Abercrombie and Fitch does not publish information on the wages of garment workers, they have been involved in controversies about not properly paying the factories they use. By withholding pay from factories, the management must then withhold pay from garment workers. This can be seen in articles such as H&M, Abercrombie & Fitch, Zara and More Are Underpaying Indian Garment Workers. Here's What They Have to Say About It and Indian Garment Worker Union Demands H&M and Abercrombie & Fitch “Close the Gap” on Wages.

Working Conditions - ★★☆☆☆

Joined the Better Work Program in 2007 and became a partner in 2014 which aims to improve the working conditions of garment workers. In 2008 they joined the HERproject which works to address gender inequality and working conditions.

Sustainable Materials - ★★★☆☆

In 2019, A&F joined Better Cotton which aims to create better standards for the farming practices of cotton

According to their website Abercrombie & Fitch will achieve the following by 2025:

25% of cotton will be through Better Cotton 25% of polyester will come from recycled materials 50% of viscose (silk substitute made of wood pulp) from will come from Canopy (an environmental organisation that is dedicated to protecting forests, species, and climate) 100% of wool will be certified through the Responsible Wool Standard (the RWS was created to improve the welfare of sheep and the land they graze on)

100% of down will be certified through the Responsible Down Standard (the RDS was created in order to protect the ducks and geese that are used for down)

Environmental Impact - ★★★☆☆

Joined the Business for Social Responsibility in 1998 which aims to address climate change, inclusion, human rights, nature, sustainability in the supply chain, and sustainability management.

They joined the CDP in 2009. The CDP runs disclosure systems for companies to manage environmental impacts.

Social Impact - ★★★★☆

Founded the Abercrombie & Fitch Human Rights program in 1999.

Began performing Tier 1 and Tier 2 audits in 2006. Tier 1 addresses the suppliers of the final product and Tier 2 addresses the subcontractors for the Tier 1 suppliers.

They also began contributing to the Room to Read Program since 2008 which improves the literacy levels of children in Asia and Africa.

Inclusivity - ★★★☆☆

The Abercrombie and Fitch size chart runs from XXS-XXXL but most clothes only run from XXS-XL.

Prices are generally around 50-90 USD.

#abercrombieandfitch #abercrombie & fitch #abercrombie and fitch #1 Star Worker Wage #2 Star Working Conditions #3 Star Sustainable Materials #3 Star Environmental Impact #4 Star Social Impact #3 Star Inclusivity #sustainability #shopping

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