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Unravelling the Threads of Our Socks - Natural fibres the hard choice.
Our journey toward sustainable fashion begins with the understanding that every thread, from field to fabric, has a story and an ecological footprint. We reflect on the complexity of sustainable supply chains and our commitment to pushing the boundaries of ethical fabrics.
How to Use Less in Your Life: 10 Tips for a Sustainable Lifestyle
The mass of man-made objects now outstrips natural ones, so now is the time to learn how to live with less.
How do you know if a fashion brand is greenwashing?
Sustainability appears to be everywhere, but a global sweep of green claims made online found that 40% of them could be misleading consumers.
What is circular fashion?
Explore the transformative concept of circular fashion, its impact on sustainability, and how it's reshaping the fashion industry's approach to production and consumption.
Untouched Treasures - Our Rubbish Socks
Discover the innovative process behind our sustainable journey, where we transform everyday waste into high-quality yarns, ultimately crafting socks that are not only comfortable but also kind to our planet.
From Glenthorne to Garment: The Journey of Our Merino Wool and the Role of Regenerative Farming
Dive into the world of regenerative farming. Discover its importance, learn about its practices, and see how Untouched World is contributing to this movement.
Dealing with Waste in the Fashion Industry
The fashion industry generates a massive 92 million tonnes of waste annually. Fast fashion and synthetic fabrics contribute to the problem, but we can combat waste by creating durable, long lasting garments made from natural fibres.
How Much Do Your Clothes Really Cost?
Have you ever considered the true cost of your clothing? With the rise of cheap and fast fashion, clothing consumption has skyrocketed while the number of times a garment is worn has decreased, leading to environmental pollution, landfill waste, and exploitation of garment workers.
Microplastics in Fashion
Fashion's contribution to plastic pollution extends beyond visible plastic items like bags and bottles. Synthetic fabrics, commonly found in clothing, are a major source of microplastics in the environment.
The Packaging Problem
We know plastic isn't perfect, but we're all about keeping it in the loop instead of sending it straight to landfill. The packaging problem is a journey, not a destination and we strive for progress over perfection.