Sustainable Fashion by Gaia & Dubos
This podcast is all about sustainable fashion, with a twist of compassionate mindfulness. Our episodes are hosted by mamapreneur Léonie Daignault-Leclerc, founder of the Canadian sustainable fashion brand Gaia et Dubos. Together, we CAN change the fashion industry. And we'll do it one person at a time, one piece of clothing at a time.
Episodes
12 episodes
12: Why high-end fashion is more sustainable
Have you ever considered that the more we paid for our products, the more durable they were? In fact, higher-end clothing tends to be intrinsically more sustainable.In this episode, you’ll learn three specific reasons why high...
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Episode 12
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7:23
11: 3 steps to get out of fast fashion
In this episode, I am giving you a three-step process to quit buying cheap, trendy fashion. You’ll discover my own personal process that I used to get of fast fashion (and I truly considered I was a fast fashion addict at the time).<...
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Episode 11
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11:21
10: Why fast fashion will never be sustainable
We see a lot of green initiatives among fast fashion brands. And sure it’s cute and all, but these types of actions are NOT going to make a real difference. Like ever.The very business model of fast fashion is a broken strategy....
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Episode 10
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6:39
9: Why cotton is so polluting (and why we only use certified organic cotton)
Did you know that traditional cotton is just as damaging to the planet as polyester? Its heavy use of water, pesticides and other chemicals makes it a highly polluting fiber.It’s not because it’s natural that it’s eco-friendly. Far f...
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Episode 9
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9:58
8: How to use the Guppyfriend microplastic washing bag
I’m showing you all the juicy details on how to properly use your microplastic washing bag to make sure you preserve the quality of your clothes while minimizing your environmental impact.The Guardian states that microplas...
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Episode 8
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7:32
7: A guilt-free approach to sustainable fashion
How can we shop in a way that feels good? How can we let go of the guilt and make choices that align with our values? How can we create a wardrobe that is both sustainable AND that resonates with our personality without feeling remorse?
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Episode 7
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7:22
6: 7 reasons why recycled plastic fabrics are so eco-friendly
In this new episode, you'll learn why recycled plastic fabric is one of the most eco-friendly materials out there ! Here are some of the 7 reasons :1. Recycled plastic fabrics are made from plastic waste;2. It takes up ...
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Episode 6
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15:10
5 : Why we can't rely on the second hand industry forever
Second hand clothes may be a great alternative to fix all the issues related to the fashion industry, but in this episode, I explain to you why we can't rely on it forever. So here are the major downsides of ...
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Episode 5
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12:11
4 : Can wool be ethical & eco-friendly ?
In this episode, I decrypt everything you need to know about wool. Can it be ethical and eco-friendly ? You'll find out in this episode.I know many people seem a bit lost when it comes to wool. So I decided to help you and...
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Episode 4
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14:43
3: Why the fashion industry is the second largest polluter
In this episode, I unpick the top three reasons why our industry is such a heavy polluter. You'll discover why it's so impactful, and hopefully it will inspire you to make some changes in your own behaviours.I'm revealing these thre...
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Episode 3
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9:38