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.
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.
6 Tips to Minimize Your Wardrobe (and Maintain It)
Whether you’re looking to adopt a capsule wardrobe or are simply hoping to be more intentional with curating your wardrobe, applying a minimalist approach can be beneficial. Here are 6 tips to consider when minimizing your wardrobe.
Five Tips for Thriving This Slow Fashion Season
It’s almost Slow Fashion Season. Have you signed up yet? Every year, from June 21 to September 21, people all across the globe come together to combat the fast fashion industry by actively choosing to slow their consumption down. Taking this vow to be a conscious consumer can be a big commitment so I’ve put together five tips to help you thrive this Slow Fashion Season.
Key Indicators of Greenwashing: A Letter to Fast Fashion Brands
Fashion Revolution Week has garnered a lot of media attention these past few years and because of that, it’s become a prime opportunity for businesses to launch their greenwashed campaigns. To shed some light on the techniques, I’ve written a fun letter to them. As a consumer, I hope that you’ll consider it as a guideline for some key indicators of greenwashing.
Sustainable Service Review: Ecosia
Ecosia is a search engine that uses its ad revenue to plant trees in regions that need it the most. I’ve been using this search engine instead of Google for the past month and today’s blog post will cover my thoughts and experiences with it.
Top 8 Books on Sustainable Fashion 2020
Sustainability, and sustainable fashion, in particular, are two topics that I’ve wanted to formally learn more about. Here are the top 8 sustainable fashion books by industry leaders that you should add to your booklist.
Affordable Sustainable Fashion: Tips for Doing Good On A Budget
Let’s talk about accessibility in sustainable fashion. With basics ranging from $30-$80 and more intricate garments costing up to hundreds of dollars, it’s a challenge for people on a budget to support brands that align with their values. Even so, remember that sustainable fashion pertains to more than just those brands. Here are the top five tactics to affordably build a sustainable closet.
Five Questions To Ask Yourself Before (Impulse) Buying
Rampant consumption is an issue within the sustainable fashion community. From large purchases from sustainable brands to thrift hauls, rapid overconsumption is something that many of us struggle with. Here’s a list of 5 questions that you should ask yourself before buying that garment.
How to Tell If A Clothing Brand is Ethical and Sustainable
Navigating the world of ethical and sustainable fashion can be tricky. There are so many factors to consider when deciding whether a brand fits within your specific set of values and the presence of greenwashing has made it difficult to identify authentic companies. How do you know which brands are truly sustainable and ethical in practice? Keep reading to learn how!
How To Make Your Clothes Last Longer
Have you ever given any thought as to how you were taking care of your clothes? How you launder, store, and care for your clothes can have a significant impact on keeping them looking good (and wearing well). Ready? This is a beginner’s guide to making your clothes last longer.
Slow Fashion Season 2019 & Closet Mass Index Evaluation
We’re about halfway through Slow Fashion Season and I just wanted to keep you guys updated about how my journey has gone!
What Is Sustainable Fashion and Why Does It Matter?
You’ve probably heard about the damage that fast fashion does to the Earth. From the amount of water that goes into growing cotton to the sheer tonnes of textiles wasted every second, conventional fashion is one of the worst contributors to climate change. So what’s the alternative? Sustainable fashion. This article will answer what sustainable fashion is and why it matters.
A Beginner's Guide to Sustainable Fashion
Fast fashion is wrecking the world and the best way we can combat it is by making a lifestyle shift. Adopting a sustainable closet can be intimidating but here are some quick tips to help you get started!