2024-02-19
Textile Dyes Pollution: The Truth About Fashion’s Toxic Colours
What’s the first thing you notice when you see a piece of clothing? Chances are, colour is what catches your eye, and the rest follows suit. For the consciously-minded, you might then inspect what material the garment is made of, where it was made and how, but—back up—did you know that that seemingly innocent shade of pink or blue is often one of the most harmful parts of clothing production? Let’s take a look at the often-overlooked impacts of textile dyes on people, the planet, and animals—and discover if there are any eco alternatives worth keeping an eye out for.