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Lexy Silverstein

Why Is Green Friday the Smarter Choice Compared to Black Friday’s Frenzy?

Why Is Green Friday the Smarter Choice Compared to Black Friday’s Frenzy?

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Black Friday used to be one day: the day after Thanksgiving. You’d eat leftovers, maybe go to one store with your mom or cousin, and that was it. It was a moment, not a month-long marketing saga. Now?Black Friday basically starts right after Halloween.Every brand is blasting “Early Black Friday,” “Black Friday Starts Now,” “Black Friday …

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Truth About Fashion Certifications: What Do Labels Like GOTS and Fair Trade Really Mean? (Guide 2025)

Truth About Fashion Certifications: What Do Labels Like GOTS and Fair Trade Really Mean? (Guide 2025)

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TL;DR: Certifications can be super helpful — but they’re not magic shields of sustainability. I’ll show you how to quickly spot the real ones, call out the fuzzy ones, and shop with a little more confidence (and a lot less stress). Let’s be honest: standing in a dressing room trying to decode a hangtag feels …

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Lexy Silverstein Sustainable Fashion Advocate

AI, Fast Fashion, and the Future of Craft: Why Traditional Textiles Are at Risk of Disappearing

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There is a conversation happening across every creative industry right now. AI is replacing human talent. It is taking over jobs. It is reshaping entire fields. People are talking about what this means for artists, designers, musicians, and writers. But almost no one is talking about what it means for fashion. AI is now able …

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Lexy Silverstein Sustainable Fashion Advocate

The Hidden World of Natural Dyes: Ancient Techniques for a Sustainable Future

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Let’s play a little game. Picture your favorite outfit. Maybe it’s a soft indigo scarf that makes every selfie pop, or that coral slip dress that screams vacation energy.Now here’s the not-so-pretty question: what if I told you the color you love might’ve come from a river that’s now, quite literally, dead? It sounds dramatic, …

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The Hidden Link Between Bras, Clothing Chemicals, and Breast Cancer

The Hidden Link Between Bras, Clothing Chemicals, and Breast Cancer

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We all have that one super comfy bra that’s basically survived the laundry apocalypse or that pretty lace one that makes you feel confident. But here’s a thought that stopped me in my tracks: what if the fabrics hugging our skin every single day are quietly exposing us to toxins linked to breast cancer? That …

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Lexy Silverstein, Sustainable Fashion Advocate

Why “Thriftmas” Is the Only Holiday Shopping Strategy That Makes Sense Right Now

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Look, I know what you’re thinking: “Lexy, it’s November. Halloween just ended. Why are you already talking about Christmas?” Because here’s the thing—even though I thrifted all my Halloween costumes this year and shopped my own closet, I know most families weren’t as lucky. And if you did spend money on store-bought costumes that got …

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Why Seaweed Might Just Be Fashion’s Secret Superhero

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Imagine a fabric that naturally absorbs carbon dioxide, is biodegradable, kind to your skin, and sourced from the ocean. No fairy tale, that’s seaweed-textile innovation for you. Let’s deep dive into this surprising contender in sustainable materials, what makes it compelling, where it’s already being used, and why it’s still a niche pursuit rather than …

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How Fast Fashion and Domestic Violence Are More Connected Than You Think

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October is here, which means pumpkin spice everything, cozy sweater weather, and—if you follow me—probably way too many thrift haul videos. But October is also Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and this year, I want to talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: the disturbing connection between the fashion industry and gender-based violence. I …

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The Lexy Show Podcast

How Brem Foundation Is Making a Difference & Why Your Bra Might Be Hurting More Than Your Confidence

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I recently had the privilege of chatting with Julia Kepniss on my podcast The Lexy Show: Fashion That Gives A Damn, Director of Strategies and Programs at the Brem Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to defeating breast cancer through early detection, education, and advocacy. During our conversation, we delved into some surprising topics—like the potential health …

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Madison Mavis on Sustainability, Circular Fashion, and How NuSource Is Changing the Game

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In a recent episode of The Lexy Show: Fashion That Gives A Damn, I had the chance to sit down with Madison Mavis, the Director of Sustainability and Partnerships at NuSource (formerly Helpy Source), a company making big waves in the secondhand fashion space. We had an incredible conversation about how she transitioned from a …

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Halloween Costume Drive: Drop Off Your Old Costumes So They Don’t End Up in a Landfill

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Halloween is supposed to be fun, not terrifying for the planet. But here’s the truth that’s scarier than any haunted house: 83% of Halloween costumes contain non-recyclable, oil-based plastics that are destined for landfills the moment you’re done trick-or-treating. There’s a Better Way: Introducing Lextober 2025 That’s why I’m launching Lextober, what we believe is …

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Lexy Silverstein Slow Fashion

An Environmental and Ethical Imperative: Why Social Media Influencers & Celebrities Should Break Ties with SHEIN

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In the world of fashion, where trends can be as fleeting as a viral TikTok dance, one brand has stood out for its meteoric rise: SHEIN. With its ingenious digital marketing strategy, innovative business model, and partnerships with charismatic social media influencers, SHEIN has managed to become the largest fast fashion company globally, boasting a …

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Thrifting: Should People Who Can Afford Retail Prices Thrift?

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Is the Gentrification of Thrifting Bad? There’s a big debate these days about whether or not the popularity or “gentrification” of thrifting is bad. Many people on social media and even in the media have three basic criticisms for influencers who are thrifting: Thrifters Can Be Shamed If They Are Not Low-Income “With an increase …

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Thrift LA: Your Guide to Second-hand & Vintage Stores

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Thrifting in Los Angeles is an adventure waiting to happen. Each neighborhood offers a unique shopping experience, from trendy vintage finds in Silver Lake to high-end consignment treasures in West Hollywood. Whether you’re a seasoned thrifter or a curious beginner, this guide will take you through the best spots in different areas of LA, helping …

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