Organic Basics Review - Sustainable & Ethical Underwear Review
Organic Basics is one of the most credible sustainable fashion brands producing sustainable and ethical undergarments. I’ve tried out a few of their undergarments over the past year and here are my honest thoughts on the brand.
My Latest “Thrift Haul” - Intentional Thrifting
While “thrift hauls” aren’t sustainable at all, I do believe that mindful thrifting can be a viable alternative to traditional shopping. As a means for personal accountability, as well as to spark conversation around how we can be more mindful consumers, here are some of the secondhand pieces that I’ve picked up over the last four months and my logic behind those purchases.
20 Sustainable Fashion Resources to Consult for 2021
A big part of this sustainable fashion journey is the ongoing learning about different perspectives and conversations that are happening in this space, so here are 20 movies/podcasts/books//youtubers/and blogs for you to consult this coming year.
3-5 Month Taiwan Capsule Wardrobe
I recently decided to take a 3-6 month trip to Taiwan and because I wanted to stick with my commitment to sustainable fashion, I decided to pack a capsule wardrobe. This 33-piece capsule closet includes daily wear, clothing for special occasions, outerwear, shoes, workout clothing, and pajamas.
Slow Fashion Season & Secondhand September Recap
It’s October and that means that Slow Fashion Season and Secondhand September are both officially over with! I participated in both campaigns for the second time around, and here is a recap of how that experience went for me.
#RemixYourWardrobe Instagram Challenge Recap
We just wrapped up the #RemixYourWardrobe challenge on Instagram! This style challenge was a rehash of one that occurred earlier this year and it prompted participants to reassess and restyle their existing wardrobes. Here’s a recap of the looks that I put together as well as some features from the community!
Summer Lookbook 2020
I know, I know...it’s almost autumn...why are you dropping this right now? Well, I’ve gotta say, sometimes that’s just how life works. This summer lookbook is a log of the outfits that I wore this summer as well as a documentation of how the past few months have gone.
#EffTheStyleRules Instagram Challenge
This past week, I participated in the #EffTheStyleRulesChallenge on Instagram. This unique and radical challenge gave us the opportunity to examine common style rules and how they enforce privilege across gender, class, body size, and more. This blog post is a summary of the outfits I created as well as my thoughts on the topics that they addressed.
#StyleByFood Instagram Challenge
This week, I participated in the #StyleByFood Instagram Challenge where we had to create five different outfits inspired by your favorite foods. Needless to say, this challenge was uniquely difficult and really pushed me to be creative!
8 Lessons I’ve Learned Since Breaking Up With Fast Fashion and Starting My Slow Fashion Journey
It’s been almost two years since I broke up with fast fashion and while my slow fashion journey hasn’t been a linear one, I will say that I’m much more confident about the choices that I make now than I did when I first started. Today, I’m sharing 8 things that I’ve learned since quitting fast fashion and starting my slow fashion journey.
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.
#DressTheDots Instagram Challenge
We just wrapped up the #DressTheDots style challenge over on Instagram where we challenged participants to wear polka-dots for five consecutive days. Here’s a summary of my looks for the week as well as some favorites that the community came up with!
Spring Lookbook 2020: 10 Outfits inspired by Spring/Summer Trends
Spring is in the air! While we’re all stuck indoors, I took it upon myself to create 10 outfits that reflected some of the most popular trends for this upcoming spring/summer season.
Color My Closet: A Winter 2020 Instagram Challenge
We just wrapped up another round of the Color My Closet Challenge by Chloe Alysse! I first tried this styling challenge last August and had so much fun with it that I couldn’t wait to join again. Keep reading for a summary of my outfits and what I learned this time around!
Fall Outfits 2019
From apple picking, to getting dressed up for Halloween, there are endless fall festivities that you can participate in! Regardless of what your plans are for the upcoming months, here are 9 looks that will hopefully inspire you to style creatively while still keeping warm!
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!
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!
Summer Outfits 2019
From long sunsets, to ice cream parties, and beach naps, the possibilities are endless. While this summer season has been a relatively cold one, allow me to introduce a variety of outfits that will serve you as we transition to warmer days.
2 Last-Minute Sustainable Halloween Costume Ideas
Have you ever noticed that we spend hundreds of dollars on a Halloween costume that we only ever wear once? Here are two super quick, super easy, and super chic sustainable Halloween ideas that feature clothes you probably already have in your closet.