Chilly days are still here, yet spring has already arrived on the calendar. Perhaps the warm sunshine makes more people interested in spring items. A wallet, an everyday essential, is something you may keep an eye on. Why should wallets be purchased...
The fashion industry faces various social challenges. According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the fashion industry produces 20% of the world’s wastewater and is responsible for 8% of global greenhouse gas...
Kimono is one of the sectors of Japanese manufacturing that has developed with the environment and people. There are various types of kimono, for example, “Meisen,” which is generally called “plain-woven silk fabric.” Meisen...
These days, the fashion industry is calling for sustainability since various problems exist in the industry. Depending on what problem they address, there are diverse forms of sustainable fashion. Let’s look at some significant forms of sustainable...
Kimono is a traditional Japanese garment. However, its culture has rapidly faded in the last few decades. Today, very few Japanese wear kimonos in daily life. UZ Fabric shines a light on kimonos and upcycles them with a modern sensibility. Using...
When buying clothes, you may look for something that can be worn for many years. Clothing colored by Japanese traditional plant dyeing, “kusaki-zome,” may be just what you are looking for! Kusaki-zome is now attracting attention again in the...
Recently, many people look for sustainable and ethical fashions. Among the various sustainable fashion options, vegan fashion is becoming on-trend globally, and Japan is no exception. Some may think animal-free materials limit the design or quality...
Ethical fashion is becoming popular in Japan. More people are looking for sustainability in fashion and are considering environmental impacts. When it comes to baby clothes, many parents are also concerned about their safety and gentleness on...
We all experience significant changes during our lives. One of the major transformative events for many women is pregnancy and childbirth. During these events, most women will experience changes in their body shapes and discover that their favorite...
The clothes you wear significantly affect the environment. Today, the fashion industry faces fuel problems during making clothes, not to mention energy problems when they get transported. Even if the clothes are made and transported, a percentage of...