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When online retailer Shein started selling a phone case earlier this year that featured an art piece depicting Mike Brown’s murder without permission from the artist, social media erupted in outrage. The design depicts a black man lying on the ground, outlined in chalk. Designer Jean Jullien created the image in 2014 in response to the murder of Mike Brown and the Ferguson protests. Jullien’s design had been poached by fast fashion, the name given to this industry that employs exploitative practices to rapidly and cheaply produce clothes and accessories. This season’s hottest trend is giving credit where credit is due. So, join us as we explore the surprising history behind your favorite contemporary trends, discover how small designers are holding fast fashion accountable and highlight the inspiring movement to un-whitewash sustainable fashion.
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