When we think of toxic chemicals, household cleansers or environmental pollution often come to mind. However, we can also be exposed to harmful chemicals through our clothing. What are some of these chemicals lurking in our clothes, and what impact can they have on our health? Are there resources available to help consumers find fashion products that are safe, sustainable, and free from harmful chemicals?

We sat down with Alden Wicker, an award-winning journalist, sustainable fashion expert, and author of “To Dye For: How Toxic Fashion Is Making Us Sick — and How We Can Fight Back,” to delve into the potentially unhealthy chemicals present in fabrics. Alden shared valuable insights into go-to resources for identifying safe products and offered tips on the most efficient way to edit, audit, and refill our closets with less toxic and more sustainable fashion choices.