r/rawdenim - [Discusison] Ethics of Cotton in Denim - reddit
Mar 20, 2014 · In a recent post about the Zimbabwe cotton denim coming out of Gustin, /u/trumpetbeard raised the question of actual information regarding Zimbabwean cotton. /u/Grandagon posted:. Zimbabwe cotton, touted as some of the best in the world by such denim makers as 45rpm and Prps, is a product of Robert Mugabe's brutal regime.
Top responsesI think it's important to keep in mind--esp. in this thread--that's what's being used as evidence that the Zimbabwean cotton industry is unethical (which is I . read more12 votesWith that in mind I'm curious what other higher end fashion brands this effects outside of the raw denim scene.4 votesI don't know the specifics of the Zimbabwe situation so I can't comment on that. But what I can say is that I really think the ethical responsibility falls upon . read more7 votesI honestly don't care.13 votesVery interesting topic I must say. One I knew existed but never really looked into. I wish I had the link handy talking about the cotton pickers in Xinjiang region . read more3 votesThe issue with me the the lack of available knowledge about where the cotton comes from for different pairs. From what I can find the only time that I know . read more3 votesSee all
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