Sustainable Fashion Marketplaces
Save time and jumpstart your conscious consumption journey with these 7 sustainable fashion marketplaces that curate only the best of the ethical and eco-friendly fashion brands out there.
Thredup vs Poshmark (For Sellers)
ThredUp and Poshmark are two of the most popular online thrift platforms out there. So let's take a look at these two consignment marketplaces and break down exactly how they work, what they're best for, and how much you can make as a seller.
What Is Thrifting?
In 2018, I quit fast fashion. It it took me a few years, but I now I only shop secondhand (thrift). If you're ready to learn more about this eco-friendly and budget-conscious way of shopping, here's Thrifting 101: everything you need to know about buying preloved clothes.
How To Do A No Buy Month
The concept of a no buy month has recently gained traction in the sustainable fashion community and can be a great way to reign in your consumeristic habits and get your budget under check. Here’s what a no buy month is and some top tips to help you succeed at spending less.
What Is A Capsule Wardrobe (Plus How To Build One In 2024)
A capsule wardrobe is a small collection of garments and accessories that mix cohesively to make different outfits. It's a tool to help you streamline your closet and make getting dressed easier. Tired of closet overwhelm? Here's what a capsule closet is, why you need it, and three beginner-friendly steps to build the perfect one for you.
What Is Circular Fashion And Why Does It Matter?
Circular fashion is one approach to sustainable fashion that is often overlooked. It gives us a different framework by which we can look at how we relate to our clothes and the environment and promises a more thoughtful and regenerative approach to the fashion industry. So, what is circular fashion and why does it matter?
10 Best Sustainable Fashion Brands In Singapore
Choosing to buy from small, sustainable fashion brands instead of from larger conventional corporations is a simple yet effective way to align your personal spending habits with a greater purpose. If you’re a conscious consumer in Singapore, here are 10 of the best sustainable fashion brands to shop from.
What Is A Conscious Consumer & Why Does It Matter?
We live in a capitalistic society where consumerism dictates the economy, which in turn impacts everything from the social services we receive to the laws and policies that are enacted. Because we are all part of this larger system that revolves around what we buy, we can leverage it to our benefit by choosing to buy better. So, what is a conscious consumer and why does it matter?
How To Sell Secondhand Clothing Ethically & Sustainably
So, you’re passionate about sustainable fashion and see reselling clothes as an opportunity to promote the cause and earn a few bucks. But as a conscious consumer yourself, you’re concerned about the potential implications that starting such a business might have on the environment and the people involved. So, here are a few tips on how to sell secondhand clothing ethically and sustainably.
5 Limitations Of Sustainable Fashion Certifications
Sustainable fashion certifications guarantee that specific production standards are met and can be a helpful way to differentiate sustainable brands from greenwashing brands, but there are still limitations. As a conscious consumer, having an understanding of these can give you a more holistic view of how different agencies play into the sustainable fashion conversation. Here are five limitations and criticisms of sustainable fashion certifications.
How To Care For Your Shoes and Make Them Last Longer
A huge part of building a more sustainable closet is prolonging the lifespan of the items that you own. Shoes, however, can be tricky because they’re in constant contact with the ground. But as everyday people who care about the environment, we can still do our best to take care of them. So here are 4 steps that you can take to make your shoes last longer.
How to Decide If a Trend is For You
Because of TikTok and viral social media marketing, we’re seeing a rise in microtrends that push fashion retailers to create (and trash) garments at record rates—leading to increased waste and production emissions. As conscious consumers, one way we can mitigate the environmental impact is to decide if a trend is worth participating in. Here are four questions to ask yourself to decide if a trend is for you
Aisle (Period Underwear) Review - Sustainable & Ethical Underwear Review
Period underwear is a sustainable alternative to disposable menstrual products. Last year, I bought my first pair of period underwear from Aisle and they’ve completely changed the way I deal with menstruation. Below are my honest thoughts on the brand and their period underwear.
How Sustainable is Rented Clothing?
Sustainable fashion is term that refers to fashion that is created in an environmentally conscious way. In today’s society, there is no such thing as truly sustainable fashion but we can do our best to work towards regenerative models and as individual consumers, the option to rent clothing is an approach that has been gaining popularity lately. So, how sustainable is rented clothing?
Facebook Marketplace Thrift Shopping Tips
Although Facebook is certainly antiquated when it comes to social media function, it still offers certain features that other social media platforms like Instagram or TikTok don’t offer. Today, we’re going to break down Facebook Marketplace and 5 tips on how you can best use it to thrift unique clothes!
5 Sustainability Blogs or Sustainable Fashion Blogs to Follow
Learning about sustainability is an ongoing process. Whether you’re looking to dive into the intellectual thought and theories about why exploitative systems exist (both in fashion and in a greater social context) or are simply looking for practical fashion advice so that you can be more mindful in your day-to-day actions, there is a sustainable fashion blog or publication that will support you in that. Here are 5 of my favorite sustainability/sustainable fashion blogs that talk about more than just fashion from a superficial perspective.
8 Garments That You Should Always Thrift Over Buying New
It’s no secret that thrift shopping is my favorite approach to sustainable fashion. The garments tend to be cheaper, higher quality, and more unique than what you might find at a conventional fast-fashion retailer. So here are 8 pieces of clothing that you should always thrift over buying new.
7 Reasons Why Secondhand Fashion Is My Favorite Slow Fashion Approach
Sustainable fashion has become a huge buzzword these past few years, leading to ongoing arguments about how we as consumers can best reduce the negative environmental and social impact that our closets may have. While each approach to sustainable fashion has its own pros and cons, here are 7 reasons why secondhand shopping is my preferred approach to sustainable fashion.
5 Online Thrifting Platforms for Secondhand Fashion (Part 2)
If you’re hoping to add more secondhand finds to your closet, online thrifting platforms are some of the most convenient ways to purchase secondhand garments at the moment. In this article, we’re going to dive deeper into 5 online thrifting platforms for secondhand fashion.
Can Sustainable Fashion and Inclusive Sizing Coexist?
As intersectional conversations around social justice, climate justice, and inclusivity have taken center stage in the media these past few years, consumers have begun to demand more from their go-to brands. But why then, does sustainable fashion have such a big size-inclusivity problem? Could it be that the nature of sustainable production does not mesh with size inclusivity? Is it even possible to produce size-inclusive sustainable fashion?