What is Sustainable Fashion? Sustainable fashion refers to clothing and accessories that are produced with consideration for the environment, social responsibility, and ethical labor practices. This includes using environmentally friendly materials, reducing waste and pollution during production, and ensuring fair wages and safe working conditions for those involved in the supply chain. Sustainable fashion promotes slow fashion, which encourages consumers
Textile Recycling Companies in the US
Posted onWhat is Textile Recycling? Textile Recycling is the process of transforming fiber, yarn or fabrics into new materials. This involves sorting and separating different types of textiles then shredding and reprocessing them into new fibers. Textile recycling helps to reduce waste, conserve resources, and reduce the environmental impact of textile production. This is much needed considering 84.7% of textiles are
15 Quotes About Style
Posted onWhy are Quotes Important? I have a lifelong love of quotes. When I was a young buck, I used to write them on notecards and paste them to my bedroom wall. Now, they live on my phone and I refer to them constantly. I love quotes because I have a deep admiration for clever wordplay. One of the few activities
A Shift for Style Files
Posted onIt’s Been a Long Time Dear reader, how are you? Have you been taking care of yourself? Are you finding more joy in your life? Are you avoiding fast fashion brands? 🙂 I hope all the responses are positive and yes, but I understand if that isn’t the case. Life gets in the way of making plans whether it be
Where to Buy Secondhand Furniture Online [2024]
Posted onWhat is Secondhand Furniture? Secondhand furniture refers to furniture that has been previously owned or used by someone else before being resold. This can include items like sofas, chairs, tables, and other household or office furniture. Secondhand furniture is often sold through thrift stores, consignment shops, online marketplaces, or in garage sales. The terms “vintage” and “preowned” is often used
9 Fashion Side Hustles to Make Extra Money Fast!
Posted onSide Hustle Culture isn’t Ideal Let me start by saying side hustle culture is sometimes over-advertised. Life’s purpose isn’t to work yourself excessively. It’s to achieve your goals and enjoy yourself. This isn’t to say having a side hustle is bad. Often side hustles are great for achieving your financial goals especially when your day job doesn’t pay you equitably.
Our Favorite Online Fashion Marketplaces for Sustainable Shopping
Posted onWhat is an Online Fashion Marketplace? An online fashion marketplace is a single website that aggregates apparel, accessories, etc. from many different brands. Think of department stores like Nordstrom or Macy’s, but online. These types of sites are great for one-stop shopping. You can get an outfit, shoes, jewelry and even home decor in the same place! Online fashion marketplaces
Our Favorite Ethical Sneakers For Every Day Wear
Posted onWhy Buy Ethical? There are hundreds of thousands, probably millions of clothing brands. What’s the point of buying from an ethically made one versus one that’s familiar? Well there are a lot of reasons. For now, I’ll list 3 big ones: 1. You’re guaranteeing what you buy wasn’t made with slave labor. Isn’t that reason enough? “Slave labor” may seem
5 Upcycled Clothing Brands for Unique Clothes [2024]
Posted onWhat is Upcycled Clothing? Upcycled clothing is a great way to support sustainable fashion and reduce waste. Upcycling involves taking pre-existing materials, usually old clothes, and creating something new with them. Through upcycling, you get the benefit of owning something both unique and eco-friendly! Upcycled clothing is practical as well as stylish; the possibilities for clothing options are almost limitless!