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[+] neighborhood in Panama City, on June 08, 2020, during World Oceans Day. (Photo by Luis ACOSTA / AFP) (Photo by LUIS ACOSTA/AFP via Getty Images) As we celebrate World Oceans Day on June 8th, one way to do that is to reconsider some of our everyday choices. After commercial products, our fashion choices have a big impact on the environment, particularly our oceans.



The fashion industry, especially fast fashion, is notorious for its detrimental effects on the planet. As we settle into summer vacations, barbecues and drinks on the patio, we have an opportunity to dress sustainably. The Problem with Fast Fashion Fast fashion is characterized by its rapid production and low-cost garments, designed to keep up with the latest trends.

This business model leads to excessive waste, overconsumption, and significant environmental pollution. Much of this waste ends up in our oceans, harming marine life and ecosystems. The use of synthetic materials, which shed microplastics, further exacerbates the problem, as these tiny particles are ingested by marine animals, entering the food chain and impacting biodiversity.

More than 60% of fabric fibers are fossil-derived synthetics, which cause microplastic pollution on land and in the ocean. However, brands like Two Thirds, Samara, and Wholesome Culture are leading the charge towards sustainabili.

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