Hey earth muffins! Tomorrow is September 1st, which means the start of Secondhand September! In a world where sustainable choices are becoming increasingly crucial, secondhand shopping has emerged as a powerful way to reduce waste and lessen our environmental impact. Yet, some misconceptions and excuses still surround the idea of thrifting. Is thrifting unethical? Do you “steal from the poor” if you shop at the thrift store (and have the privilege of being able to shop elsewhere)? Keep reading to explore the ethics of thrifting and how we can use it to reduce our impacts on the planet.
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bookmark_borderHere’s All The Reasons Why You Should Avoid Shein
Hey earth muffins! Shein is a popular online retailer known for its trendy and affordable fashion. It has been dominating spaces like TikTok but has also been getting negative attention for its various poor practices. It’s important to consider the ethical and environmental implications of supporting fast fashion brands like Shein. Here are some reasons why you should avoid Shein at all costs!
~The terrible environmental impact
Firstly, fast fashion is notorious for its negative environmental impact. Shein’s business model relies on producing large quantities of cheap clothing, leading to excessive resource consumption and waste. This makes it easy to spot Shein as a fast fashion brand. The production process involves extensive water usage, toxic chemical dyes, and the release of greenhouse gases. Instead, you can avoid this by shopping secondhand for more sustainable clothing.
Read More ➥bookmark_borderHow to Spot Fast Fashion Brands & Their Red Flags
Hey earth muffins! In recent years, fast fashion has become a hot topic due to its negative impact on the environment and human rights. Fast fashion brands prioritize cheap and trendy clothing over quality and sustainability, which often leads to overconsumption and waste. If you want to make more sustainable fashion choices, it’s important to know how to identify and spot fast fashion brands. Here are some key things to look for:
~LOW prices
One of the obvious signs of a fast fashion brand is its low prices. Brands like Shein, Forever21, etc. produce clothes quickly and cheaply. This allows them to sell their products at prices that are much lower than more sustainable brands. If you see an article of clothing that costs only a few dollars, it’s likely that it was made by a fast fashion company.
Read More ➥bookmark_borderHow to Thrift a Prom Dress!
Hey earth muffins! Prom season is right around the corner. It has been many (many) years since my proms, but I still love looking at all the fancy gowns. If you are interested in reducing your impact on the planet, try thrifting your prom dress this year! Not only will you save a ton of money in the process, you never have to worry about showing up in the same dress as someone else. Keep reading for all the best tips on how to thrift a prom dress this spring!
How to Thrift Your Prom Dress:
Tip #1 – Start early! Secondhand shopping is unique because there is a little bit of everything out year round. While some stores save certain items to put out at different times of the year, you will most likely be able to find all sorts of fancy dresses regardless of when you shop. This can be helpful to keep an eye on prom dresses months before the big night. In addition, it is always better to start early with your shopping and give yourself plenty of time to find the perfect dress.
Read More ➥bookmark_borderSecondhand September: How to Participate this Year!
Hey earth muffins, happy Secondhand September! All month long, the focus is on choosing used instead of new. That means thrift stores might become your new best friend in the next 30 days 😅 If you aren’t sure where to start, keep reading for easy ways to participate in Secondhand September this year!
~Hit up your favorite thrift stores
Avoid the mall this month and opt for your favorite thrift stores instead. The whole point of the Secondhand September challenge is to favor used items over new. You can choose to focus on thrifting clothing, home goods, or across the board if you like. Make a point to go to every one of your favorite thrifting spots in September!
Read More ➥bookmark_borderIs The H&M Conscious Choice Line Actually Eco-Friendly??
Hey earth muffins! While thrifting is always my number 1 choice when it comes to purchasing new clothes, I have been curious lately to see if “normal” fast fashion companies are getting better when it comes to sustainability. H&M is the first brand I think of that broadcasts it’s sustainability values to the world, so I wanted to take a look into their eco-friendly clothing line – Conscious Choice.
What is H&M’s Conscious Choice Line?
According to the H&M website, pieces “created with a little extra consideration for the planet” are labeled as part of this “exclusive” line. In order to qualify for this range, each product must meet the following:
Read More ➥bookmark_borderThe Truth About Deadstock Fabric: Is It Sustainable?
Hey earth muffins! With a big boom in sustainable fashion companies, there has been an increase in clothing created from deadstock fabric. You might be asking yourself, “Well, what exactly is deadstock?”. I was doing some reading on it recently, so I thought it would be a great post to write. Here is the truth about deadstock!
What is Deadstock Fabric?
“Deadstock fabric” encompasses numerous things:
- Unsold fabric from mills
- Overstock (fabrics that did not sell)
- Scraps from production runs by brands
- Damaged or imperfect fabrics
With the rise in popularity of eco-friendly living, there has been an influx in brands that use deadstock fabric in their pieces. But, is deadstock actually sustainable?
Read More ➥bookmark_borderAllbirds Wool Runners Review – The NEW Sustainable Shoe You Need this Summer!
Hey earth muffins! Back in February I reviewed my Allbirds flats for you all. I still wear those shoes to the office often – when my Nike sneakers finally wore out (after 4+ years might I add!), I thought it would be a good idea to invest in some sustainable running shoes. Allbirds was obviously the brand that came to mind first. Let’s jump right into my Allbirds Wool Runners review!
