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Natural dyes sourced from plants, minerals, and other natural materials, are less toxic and more sustainable compared to synthetic dyes. They reduce water and environmental contamination, contributing to a cleaner waste stream.

Fabric scrap utilization involves repurposing fabric scraps from the production process to create new products, rather than discarding them. This approach reduces waste by giving a second life to otherwise wasted materials.

Cradle-to-Cradle design means designing products with consideration for their entire life cycle, aiming to ensure all components are recyclable or compostable, so no material is wasted when a product's life ends.

Clothing swaps are events where individuals exchange their unwanted garments for others' unwanted items. This conserves resources and reduces waste by keeping clothes in circulation and out of landfills.

Zero Waste Pattern Cutting is a design technique where the pattern is created such that there's no textile waste. Designers use the entire width of fabric, creating diverse shapes that can be tessellated together, avoiding offcuts and waste.

Durable design involves creating products that last longer and are less likely to be discarded prematurely. Durability in textiles reduces the need for frequent replacement, thereby lessening waste over time.

Using biodegradable materials in fashion design means the garments will decompose naturally at the end of their lifespan. This reduces long-term waste as the materials break down without leaving harmful residues, compared to synthetic fibers.

On-demand manufacturing is a production strategy where items are made only when they are ordered by a customer. This reduces overproduction and waste by ensuring no surplus inventory is created.

Modular design refers to creating clothing that can be disassembled and reassembled, allowing for parts to be replaced or updated without discarding the entire garment. This extends the life of a product and decreases waste.