I’ve been thinking a lot about the ethics of fast fashion lately,and I’m curious about perspectives specifically on men participating in it. we ofen hear about the environmental impact of cheaply made, trendy clothing and the exploitative labor practices involved. But does the calculus change at all when considering men’s fashion, which often has a slower trend cycle than womenswear?
It seems like the pressure to constantly update a wardrobe isn’t quite as intense for men, theoretically leading to less overall consumption. Does this mean participating in fast fashion is a *little* less unethical, or does the environmental and labor cost outweigh any potential reduction in individual purchases? For example, buying a very trendy but inexpensive shirt from a fast fashion retailer versus investing in a higher quality, more versatile garment from a sustainable brand – which is the lesser of the two evils, considering its long term use?
I’m also wondering if the conversation around ethical fashion is marketed more towards a female demographic, perhaps leading to some men being less aware of the issues at play. Interested to hear everyone’s thoughts and experiences.