Clean Clothing: Desiree Buchanan of Poplinen

Approximately 63% of materials used in fashion production are synthetic, like polyester or nylon. These materials are produced from crude oil, and are not biodegradable. Thus, most of the fashion industry is reliant on fossil fuels for their production.

Desiree Buchanan is the founder of Poplinen, an online collection of eco-friendly, size inclusive clothing for women. Previously, Desiree was a Senior Communications Manager at The Black Tux, and has held positions at Warby Parker and Conde Nast.

"When you learn about these fabrics that don't have longevity and are cheaper quality, you start to really think about what's in your closet and what you're contributing to," says Desiree. "At the end of the day, we have to grow. The tension of that is: how do I make my business move forward in a healthy way?"