Ethical fashion is getting a lot of awareness, this is a great thing! Unfortunately, it also means that some brands will try to shortcut implementing ethical practices throughout their supply chain and simply tell consumers that they make things "ethically" in hopes of gaining customers.
Read MoreThere are some sneaky ways that consumerism can disguise itself as minimalism, and while our homes may be clutter-free, we can continue to consume at a problematic rate without realizing it. Here are a few ways decluttering might actually be enabling our consumption:
Read MoreI’ve been home from the Philippines for nearly two weeks now. Within that timeframe, my framework for this blog post has shifted at least dozen different times. I’ve started multiple posts with contrasting viewpoints, I’ve lost sleep (ok, that part was mainly jet lag) while typing out rants on my iPhone notes, and I’ve tried to process the best way to articulate my experience not only to you, but also to myself.
Read MoreHave you thought about the relationship you have with your clothes?
It affects you more than you may realize. Whether you consider yourself someone who is "into fashion" or not, you have a relationship with your clothes. You put them on every single day (at least I hope you do!), and they speak on your behalf to those around you before you even open your mouth.
Read MoreI love a good closet purge.
Now that I shop responsibly (and way less frequently), I don't have to clean out my closet very often. However, there inevitably comes a time when something is too worn or doesn't fit me anymore.
While getting rid of unwanted clothing is personally helpful, I want to make sure I'm doing it in a way that isn't wasteful or damaging to the environment.
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