Beginner's Guide, Style, Slow Living Gillian Shieh Beginner's Guide, Style, Slow Living Gillian Shieh

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!

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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.

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Color My Closet: A Summer 2019 Outfit Challenge

I can’t believe it’s almost been a week since the summer 2019 Color My Closet wardrobe challenge ended. I’m still reeling from all the color! This challenge was created to inspire more color in a sea of neutrals. Keep reading to see the outfits I put together!

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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.

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Joseph & Stacey Handbag Review

Joseph & Stacey is a Seoul-based Korean leather design and handbags company. Their bags are high quality, have a unique tie to Asian aesthetics, and best of all, are ethically produced. I was gifted two bags to review for the Spring/Summer 2019 season and here are my thoughts!

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5 Fashion Documentaries to Watch

There are a multitude of things that I do in order to relax, but one that I particularly enjoy is settling down on a nice fluffy couch and watching an interesting documentary. Here are my top five relating to the fashion industry in no particular order.

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FIRST

This blog is a means for both personal expression, and interpersonal exchange. It is a lifestyle blog featuring the balance between my fantasies of grandeur with the realistic choices that sometimes take priority.

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