"Each chapter deep dives into the history, present and possible future of a different natural fibre. Together they form a tapestry of possibilities for mending a broken industry. For those working in the rag trade it is essential reading; for everyone else, the book is a well-taught lesson in the true cost (and value) of clothing."
The Guardian
"Refreshingly, Tonti avoids the ideological, scolding tone often used by those concerned with sustainability issues. Even more, her love of fashion and good clothes shines through, injecting the narrative with an uplifting sense of optimism and purpose….Tonti’s insightful book shines light into the darker corners of the fashion business and points to new ways forward."
Kirkus Reviews
"In prose as stylish as her fashion sense, Lucianne Tonti shows how a combination of love of clothes and love of nature can 'subvert the take-make-waste model that is driving fashion’s enormous environmental footprint'."
The Sydney Morning Herald
"The prose is rich and compelling. It blends bits of personal narrative—such as discussing beloved garments—with broader stories of fiber and textile production and the cultures and artisans behind what people wear. The voice is smooth and inviting, devoid of judgment and full of wonder, making it both informative and delightful to read. The book has elegant diction and imagery, as of "a shirt made of flowers," that infuse its ideas with beauty and purpose."
Foreword Reviews
"A simply fascinating read...a seminal and unreservedly recommended addition to personal, professional, community, and academic library Green Fashion & Textile Busiess collections and supplemental Environmental Economics curriculum studies lists."
Midwest Book Review
"Lucianne Tonti begins her new book Sundressed with the simple statement "I love my clothes." That thought is pervasive throughout her book, as her bright, cheery prose is a pleasure to read even during coverage of severe environmental problems associated with the conventional manufacture of clothing. Importantly, she describes what could be done to enhance our pleasure from clothing while limiting environmental impact."
Journal of Environmental Studies and Sciences
"Tonti offers a refreshing and personal perspective on the environmental impact of textiles. With her deep knowledge, love for fashion, and industry experience, Tonti weaves a compelling narrative that draws readers into a contemplative journey, urging us to consider the connection between our clothing and the earth from which it originates…. Sundressed is a breath of fresh air in the genre of environmental impact exploration. It encourages readers, particularly those with a passion for sewing, to reevaluate their fabric choices, provoking contemplation and inspiring conscientious decisions in our sartorial endeavors."
Tauko Magazine
"Yes! Finally, someone talking about the importance of beautiful clothes and reduced consumption in the sustainable fashion conversation. This book will help you understand your clothes better, inspire you to love them longer, and reduce your appetite for newness."
Araks Yeramyan, fashion designer
"Lucianne Tonti clearly has a bone-deep understanding of why humans have always loved fashion: Because it makes us feel good. This book returns us to the origins of our passion for well-crafted fabrics that elevate our lives to art."
Alden Wicker, sustainable fashion journalist, founder of EcoCult
"An optimistic reminder that what we wear is not only deeply personal, but can also provide us with a deeper connection to nature and craftsmanship."
Megan Meiklejohn, sustainability expert, formerly with EILEEN FISHER, INC and Ralph Lauren
"The earth is the beginning and the end for all textile materials — it's time we started dressing like it."
Kate Fletcher, Professor of Design and Sustainability at the Royal Danish Academy, Copenhagen
