The only time anyone ever seems concerned about where their clothes are made is when their is scandal in the news. Checking where the clothes are made isn't something most people check before they buy an item, but its something more people should be aware of. Not only the consumers but
the brands should be more vocal of where their clothes are made. This is why i investigated where some of my favorite items actually came from and what this meant for the people who made them.
WHERE ARE OUR CLOTHES REALLY MADE?
WHY I SELECTED THE GARMENT?
My most worn winter coat.
HOW THE GARMENT MAKES ME FEEL?
Warm, stylish, put together.
WHAT IS THE GARMENT MADE FROM?
Faux fur, 70% modacrylic, 30% acrylic, 100% polyester
THE CARE INSTRUCTIONS?
Dry clean only, do not tumble dry, loss of pile my occur
WHERE IS IT MADE?
China.
MAXIMUM WAGE FOR WORKERS IN THIS COUNTRY?
1,160 Chinese yuan per month equal to £130.
HOW DO I FEEL NOW?
Having a greater awareness of the minimum wage in this country it makes me question if this is a livable amount.
WHY I SELECTED THE GARMENT?
My favorite jumper.
HOW THE GARMENT MAKES ME FEEL?
Lucky as its from a premium brand.
WHAT IS THE GARMENT MADE FROM?
50% cotton, 50% polyester
THE CARE INSTRUCTIONS?
Wash and dry inside out, wash in cold water, dry flat, don’t iron the embroidery.
WHERE IS IT MADE?
Turkey
MAXIMUM WAGE FOR WORKERS IN THIS COUNTRY?
442 Euro per month equal to £391
HOW DO I FEEL NOW?
I think as the product is high end this is maybe why the brands factory is in a country with a higher wage.