Earth and Environment

Sep 5, 20234 min read

Creating an Earthy Aesthetic - A Sensory Fashion Experience by Charlie Darwin

Creating an Earthy Aesthetic - A Sensory Fashion Experience Hi friends! Welcome to the vibrant and earthy underworld of Charlie Darwin...

Jul 2, 20233 min read

Biodegradation: What's happening in the soil?

Let's talk about how matter can transform from one object into another! In a nutshell, biodegradation is a process where tiny organisms...

Jun 23, 20236 min read

"Am I an Animal?" - Embracing the Human Animal in All of Us

First, let's get this out in the open... am I an animal? The short answer is... fortunately yes! Biologically, your genetics (aka your...

May 1, 20234 min read

Hiking in Linen - Why I Seriously Love It

Wearing the TLK tank top and HARVESTER shorts by Charlie Darwin Why I'm off of dry-fit and I've switched to hiking in linen: Over the...

Apr 16, 20232 min read

What is linen made from? A plant with a biodegrading superpower.

TLDR: Linen is made from the fibers of earth fairy goddesses called flax plants. Have you ever felt the softness and earthy beauty of...

Feb 17, 20232 min read

Where to find sustainable fashion community

Since I started my sustainable fashion brand in 2020, I've learned about all sorts of places where people "meet" online to discuss slow...

Jan 27, 20232 min read

Dyeing with Cutch: A Dusty Pink Linen I can't resist!

Every few months I experiment with new natural, plant-based dye colors for my handmade clothing business. Looking for a dye color that...

Sep 7, 20224 min read

Fast Fashion's Environmental Impact // Environmental Activism and Art!

The Environmental Impact of Fast Fashion and Synthetic Fiber Clothing Did you know that microplastic fibers from polyester and nylon...

Jul 29, 20223 min read

4 Reasons you'll love Charlie Darwin's signature linen fabric...

What makes CHARLIE DARWIN different? A million things! But have you noticed that almost ALL Charlie Darwin garments are made with the...

Jul 11, 20224 min read

What it's REALLY like to do fashion photography outdoors & in the woods...

For the past year or so, the images for Charlie Darwin Textiles have been photographed outdoors in the natural daylight in our local...

Apr 27, 20222 min read

Zero-waste fashion designer uses scraps for colorful patchwork flowy pants

I highly value resourcefulness in life-- to save time and money, and of course, to reduce the impact of consumerism on the environment!...

Feb 27, 20223 min read

Non-traditional, elegant linen dress ideas for an eco-friendly wedding ceremony (or elopement!)

Planning a plant-based or environmentally sustainable wedding requires a balance of eco-friendly values and earthy aesthetics. Luckily,...