Threads of Sustainability

Microsoft is featuring a series on sustainability in clothing, textiles, and fibers. 

Cast-offs to Cutting Edge explores curated collections of unwanted clothing and deadstock. Details about this initiative can be found here in Circulate. 

Made in Bangladesh describes the journey of two unrelated women who seek to use their sewing and technology talents. Shimmy seeks to train those who are at risk of losing their jobs due to technology advances. This is called upskilling. 

Ever wake up, open your closet, and have absolutely nothing to wear? How about a digital stylist to give you a virtual kick in the pants to combine elements in your closet in unique and playful ways? It's also a way for designers to consider styles, textures, and colors that appeal to consumers. 

In this story of the Augmented Atelier, four London-based designers reimagine how they can design clothes more sustainably. There are some lovely designs here! 

Would you use any of these services? 

How would you support efforts to help people express themselves through their clothing?