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o green. One home, one earth. The alarming consequences of natural resources abuse and neglect for the environment have forced the human race to react to an unfamiliar crisis. With the human population pushing 7 billion—and the size of the Earth not changing anytime soon—the focus has shifted to preventing further pollution and reversing damage. Initiatives such as reducing carbon emissions, encouraging recycling and reusing, have permeated into popular culture. The “Green” epidemic has stormed the globe and is here to stay. So with all this “Green ” talk, why are we focusing on clothing and fashion? Clothes are a necessity. Clothing serves as protection and coverage. The simple act of wearing clothin