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Host a Sustainable Event with Circular Fashion LA
Everyone wants the world to be a bit more sustainable, to have things last a little bit longer, and be re-used more often. Let us help you meet your green goals this year, host a sustainable fashion event with Circular Fashion LA. Events can last 1-4 hours and host up to 100-200 people. CFLA will provide all of the materials, but we welcome any clothing or textile items your team would like to provide. Shop Secondhand with CFLA Ready to start living the circular fashion
Deborah Baum
1 day ago2 min read


Interrupting The Fashion and Clothing Lifecycle
Before the clothes you wear become your most-liked social media fit, each piece is a retail product created and sold by the corporate fashion machine. The machine designs, produces, and markets fashion products to the world, and as consumers we purchase what we like the most, wear it, post it on the Gram, and then lose it in our closets. The fashion machine keeps grinding away, and we are always moving on to the next hot trend. So, what happens to the lewk you slayed last
Deborah Baum
Oct 133 min read


Professional Clothing Repair Services: Extend the Life of Your Wardrobe with Expert Uniform & Suit Repairs
Some garments are too important to trust with just anyone. Your professional uniform, your favorite suit, your vintage one-of-a-kind garment, or a cherished evening gown requires specialized care and expertise. That’s why we offer professional clothing repair services designed for high-value items, helping you extend the life of your wardrobe. Expert Uniform & Suit Repairs A suit is an investment, and a perfectly fitted one exudes confidence. Whether you need a simple hem
Areliz Cavada
Oct 18, 20252 min read


Our Mobile Circular Fashion Lab - a zero-emissions EV box truck
We've been working on achieving this big milestone since the fall of 2022, when we announced our plan at LACI's Power Day as a member of...
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Sep 4, 20251 min read


Benefits of Upcycled Fashion Blog Series: 3) Upcycling Clothes Promotes Creativity and Personal Expression
Upcycled fashion allows you to embrace creativity in a way that traditional clothing shopping often doesn’t.
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Dec 26, 20242 min read


Blog Series: What are the benefits of Upcycled Fashion? Part 2 - Sustainable Consumerism
By choosing upcycled and refurbished fashion, you're supporting a more sustainable, circular approach to consumerism.
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Dec 19, 20242 min read


The Benefits of Upcycled Fashion: Why You Should Embrace the Trend - Blog Series
In an era where environmental concerns and the impact of fast fashion are gaining more attention, upcycled fashion is emerging as a powerful
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Dec 12, 20242 min read


How Much Donated Clothing is Thrown Away? How to Prevent Donated Clothing from Ending Up in Landfill?
Every year, millions of tons of textiles are donated to charities and thrift stores. However, not all of it finds a second life.
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Dec 5, 20245 min read


Overproduction and Overconsumption-The Dangers of Black Friday Shopping
Each year, enticed by the allure of Black Friday deals, we often succumb to the temptations of buying more than we need. To satisfy...
Li Ming Liang
Dec 2, 20241 min read


Mobile Circular Fashion Lab: Opportunity for Corporate Partnerships and Community Engagements
We are excited to take a step forward in reshaping the future of sustainable fashion with our new Mobile Circular Fashion Lab - a zero...
kavitamishra1805
Nov 21, 20242 min read


How to implement California's new law, SB707 Responsible Textile Recovery Act into your organization
California made history on September 28, 2024, with Governor Newsom signing SB 707 into law, becoming the first state to enact a textile...
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Oct 3, 20242 min read


Oct. 20 - Join us at our upcoming Workshop "ReDye to ReLove Your Clothes! Hands-On Workshop + Take Home Kit"
Sunday, October 20, 2024, from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Circular Library on 1221 Abbot Kinney Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90291. Join us by...
Liberty Mena
Oct 1, 20242 min read


Join us at "Beyond Circularity: Talking in Circles" event during LA Climate Week, Sept 12
Thursday, September 12, 2024 from 5:00p-7:30p at the Circular Library on Abbot Kinney Blvd in Venice, CA. RSVP Here! Join us during LA...
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Sep 5, 20242 min read


Exploitative Labor In a First World County
Los Angeles County is also a top domestic manufacturer of textile goods. Home to over 1200 fashion brands, the county boasts the largest...
Li Ming Liang
Jun 18, 20241 min read


LA Fashion Industry: Textile Waste Giant
Being a globally renowned fashion hub, it comes to no one’s surprise that Los Angeles County is also a top domestic manufacturer of...
Li Ming Liang
May 17, 20241 min read


Earth Week Clothing Swap Partnership with Ridwell and Woodbury University
We partnered with Ridwell and Woodbury University in April 2024 to understand what's in one ton of unwanted clothing and kept 65% of it...
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May 9, 20241 min read


From Tee to Tote: How We Transform Your Promo T-Shirt into a Trendy Tote Bag!
Transforming old T-shirts into chic tote bags is just the beginning.
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Apr 21, 20241 min read


Why Cotton Farming is Currently Not Sustainable and What We Can Do About It
Cotton, often referred to as "white gold," is one of the most widely cultivated crops globally, providing the raw material for a...
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Oct 10, 20232 min read


The Latest Fashion Trend is Circular - Why Circular Fashion is Growing in Popularity
In recent years, there has been a remarkable shift in the fashion industry towards more sustainable and environmentally-conscious...
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Oct 3, 20232 min read


What are the Biggest Problems caused by Fast Fashion?
Fast fashion, characterized by its rapid production and distribution of trendy clothing at low prices, has become a dominant force in the...
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Sep 26, 20232 min read
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