slow fashion

American  

[sloh fash-uhn] / ˈsloʊ ˈfæʃ ən /

noun

1. a movement among clothing producers and consumers that emphasizes eco-friendly, well-made clothing, maintenance and repair of garments to extend their lifespan, and a general reduction of one's consumption of new clothing items.

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Etymology

Origin of slow fashion

First recorded in 2005–10

Example Sentences

Like the slow food and slow fashion movements, consumers want to know where their flowers come from, said Debra Prinzing, founder of the Slow Flowers Society.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2024

Many "slow fashion" companies are emerging - offering fewer new pieces a year, all of which have a lower environmental impact.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2022

MLR: Well, I guess in some ways, you're the slow fashion versus fast fashion.

From Salon • May 15, 2022

For Estoria, Arq was part of her entree into the world of slow fashion.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 3, 2021

"I will give you a better one," said Bastin in the same slow fashion.

From When the World Shook; being an account of the great adventure of Bastin, Bickley and Arbuthnot by Haggard, Henry Rider