Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. In the world of apparel and style, the term “sustainable ...

As advertisements for the latest trending items seem to infiltrate daily lives more and more, it's important to step back and see the bigger picture of what the state of consumerism today could mean ...

When it comes to fashion trends that shaped the 2010s, dad jeans, sneakers and logo-laden everything strike multiple chords. Fashion in the 2010s was underscored by a range of subcultures that met the ...

So many of us have bought a cheap dress or shirt on a whim, only for it to be worn once (if at all) and consigned to the back of the closet. Perhaps you’ve even bought a pair of shoes just to realize ...

Finding a fashion school that’s right for you can feel like a daunting task. After all, the amount of available options are wide, varied, and vast—much like the fashion industry itself. The good news: ...

Since the 1990s, fast fashion has enabled everyday people to buy the latest catwalk trends. But the sheer volume of garments being whipped up, sold and soon discarded is contributing to a global ...

Fast fashion is everywhere. A few steps into the mall or down a busy shopping street, and you’re sure to encounter dozens of brands that fall into this category. And that’s not including the abundance ...

This holiday shopping season, environmental groups are asking shoppers to reconsider buying cheaper fast-fashion items that may only get a few uses. These items often end up discarded quickly, harming ...

To keep up with the ever-changing trends propagated by runway shows, influencers and frenetic social media fads, fashion connoisseurs and avid clothing shoppers can be quick to turn to the most ...