Sustainability is becoming more well known in the fashion industry. Designers and Creatives are choosing to be more eco friendly and sustainable with the fashion choices. I've thought of a quick list of a few things you can do to add more sustainability into your wardrobe.
"The fashion industry is one of the largest polluting in the world, however, some brands have recently announced that they are aiming to become 100 per cent ‘circular’ by 2030. " - www.chathamhouse.org
By Second-hand:
For your next shopping spree, or wardrobe refresh try hitting up some op shops before hitting the shopping centres. Some great op shop in Australia are Australian Red Cross, Lifeline, RSPCA Op shop, Vinnie's and there are many more. But if you don't live in Australia then i'm sure there are some recycle vintage stores or donation stores around your area. Buying second hand is a great first option, you can find good brand labels for a cheaper price, you can find items that may have been limited or discontinued. Another great factor to buying second hand is that you are saving these clothes from being put into a land fill. There is way too much waste when it comes to clothing being thrown out. So the next time you need a new outfit hit up your local op shop, and remember when you don't need an item of clothing; donate it, don't just throw it out.
Buy clothing made out of Natural Fibres:
Buying clothes made out of natural fibres helps the environment in many ways. The clothes can decompose quicker, harsh chemicals and dyes aren't being used, and the clothes just feel a lot better.
Some natural fibres to look out for when you're next buying some clothes are 100% Cotton, Linen, Hemp and Bamboo (not the best but still better then others).
Being mindful how much you're purchasing:
Always be mindful of how much you purchase when you're going shopping. Buying unnecessary clothes that you don't need will just fill up space in your closet which will later get thrown out or donated before you even wear it. This process happens a lot, and in the past i have been one of those people. Gone shopping and bought more then i needed, then months later realised i haven't worn the items and probably wont so then i end up just donating the clothes with tags still on them. This is creating unnecessary waste for the world to deal with.
Being mindful of where you purchase your clothes:
Along with being mindful of how much you purchase you also should be mindful of where you purchase your clothes from. Supporting brands that don't use fair work rights, or have safe work environments for their workers is just as bad as creating waste. We need to prevent these bad environments from happening by not associating with companies that aren't doing it the right way. This will show those companies that create bad working environments, poor financial circumstances, and horrible quality clothing that they will not be part of the future in fashion.
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