So, global apparel consumption is expected to increase by 63% by 2030, and the broader fashion industry is already responsible for 10% of the world’s carbon emissions. There’s a fair bit of math to do there for anyone looking for totals, but all you really need to know is something needs to be done—which is where Glue Store steps in.
You’ll know the store for their fire garms, but what you might not know is that they’re at the forefront of ethical fashion. And now, they’re shining a spotlight on you, giving you greater visibility on the choices you make when you’re shopping, and helping you understand how those choices impact the world we live in via five changes they’re making around the grounds (online and IRL).
Think of it as future you, making a Future Choice for the future of our planet.
Thoughtful Threads
When you’re next scoping out your weekend-ready threads, look for the Thoughtful Threads marker at Glue Store. This little logo means the cotton and materials are either sustainably produced or made from natural fibres.
This Tommy Jeans chest logo tee, for example, is made from 100% organic cotton, which means no nasties were released into the atmosphere when the cotton was grown—you’ll also be ahead of the curve sporting that midwest green hue.
Recycled Materials
There’s a reason ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’ was drilled into us through various forms of edutainment back in primary school, and it’s because the mantra works when put into practice. Glue Store has gone and hunted down some killer cloth from your favourite labels that are made from recycled fabrics, so you can rest easy knowing what you’re wearing has already lived at least a few lives before it gets near destroyed by the 1000 beers being spilt on it at that festival.
Shove all those party essentials, like a bottle of water and a packed lunch, into this big-vibe tote bag from Thrills, which is made from recycled cotton.
Animal Friendly
Only monsters wouldn’t understand why this one’s important. Glue Store is doing their part in ending cruelty against animals with a stack of proddy that’s completely vegan and made without testing on our furry, feathered and scaled friends—nice one.
Bucket hats are as big of a vibe as veganism right now. So if you’re in the market for one, you’d be a goose to skip out on this vegan pink number from Peta and Jain.
Australian Owned
There is a stack of under-the-radar Australian labels out there that deserve a little love, and the style-mecca that is Glue Store is finally giving these local legends the recognition they deserve. Shop local. Pretty simple.
Thrills, the cut-from-its-own-cloth label straight outta Byron Bay, is covering off the essentials with poise and style. Just take these natural-hued Artist’s Pants for example, because everyone needs a pair of almost white pants in their rotation.
The Glue Store Experience
Some people like to shop the new way, and some like to do so the old way, in a store, with people serving you, and either way is A-Okay. Those doing it old school will notice a few changes around Glue’s bricks and mortar stores, which is all part of their commitment to reduce visual merchandising printing and wastage by 50% during 2021.
It starts with those big branded banners being made from recyclable PET along with swing tags on clothes made with sustainable materials—like Carhartt WIP’s heritage Michigan chore coat, a winter jacket that’ll see you through several seasons.
Looking for more kit that’ll get you through a season or two? Check out Seafolly’s new Bodycheck collection.
Image credit: Glue Store
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