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Semi-barefoot shoes: what are they and why are they so comfortable to walk in?
Semi-barefoot shoes sit right between traditional footwear and full barefoot shoes. Vera explains what they are, why they are so...
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Linen clothing: airy, sustainable and perfect for summer!
Linen wrinkles, that’s true. But it is also cool, breathable, durable, and only gets softer over time. Vera explains why...
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What does GOTS actually mean?
GOTS is one of the most important labels in sustainable fashion – but what does it actually mean? Intern Sara...
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Is viscose sustainable? The honest story behind Ecovero, modal, and lyocell
Viscose is not plastic – it comes from wood. But is it sustainable? That depends. Vera honestly explains the difference...
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Why do small holes appear in T-shirts? Myth versus truth
Small holes in your T-shirt, always in the same place? It's not the washing machine, it's not moths – the...
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How do I recognize pure natural materials?
"Natural" is plastered everywhere – but how do you know if it's really true? Vera explains how to recognize purely...
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Which materials are purely natural? And how do I recognize pure materials?
"Natural" is everywhere these days – but what does it really mean? Vera honestly explains which materials are purely natural,...
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Is sustainable clothing really expensive? This is how the cost-per-wear calculation works
€180 for a sweater? That sounds expensive – until you do the cost-per-wear calculation. Vera explains how to calculate the...
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What are the benefits of natural materials?
Wool, organic cotton, linen, Tencel – but what really makes natural materials better? Vera explains it calmly: they breathe, regulate...
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Not every green label is honest – here is what you need to know about cotton certifications
GOTS, OCS, BCI, OEKO-TEX – labels are popping up like mushrooms. But what do they really mean? In part 1...
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Why are sustainable jeans often more expensive, and is it actually worth it?
"That much for a pair of jeans?" Vera understands the question – but asks one in return: how can jeans...
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