Is Free People Sustainable? Free People is not sustainable, which is shocking given the price tag attached to most of its items. Just browsing through the website, many of its dresses are over $100, most tops are anywhere from $38 to over $100 and most pants are close to or over $100. Typically a dead …
What is COS? COS is an abbreviation for “Collection of Style” and is an extension brand to H&M. It opened its doors in 2007 and since then has over 167 locations. This brand offers sleek minimal clothing for a lower price. Is COS Sustainable? COS has branded itself as the minimalistic sustainable brand of H&M, …
In one word, NO. Zara has actually been named the “true king of fast fashion” and of course, you know fast fashion brands produce large volumes of cheap clothing made from low quality materials. That said, Zara has made some commitment to become more sustainable. But there is no independent evidence that Zara does anything to …
Cotton On, Australia’s largest global realtor, has over 15,000 stores in 18 different countries. The company, known for their men and women’s clothing lines, has one million followers on Instagram, along with plenty of highly-followed social media influencers that post in their clothes. Not only is Cotton On well known within shopping plazas and malls, their …
Is one of my favorite retailers sustainable? Hmmm, short answer – no but the good news is they are working on it. Nordstrom, a luxury department store which currently has 150 locations in 40 states, has not always been known for sustainability, but their most recent long-term goals have changed that. As of 2020, these …
Due to the global pandemic, we’ve been through a lot this past year and it’s not over yet. Thankfully, we are starting to get vaccines, things are opening up, and we can see a dim light starting to shine at the end of this long dark ass tunnel we’ve been in. Through all the loss, …
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I love pattern clashing, when you pair different busy prints together to make a statement outfit. In order to be a pattern clasher you have to be willing to step outside your comfort zone. It’s definitely riskier styling but when it works, it’s literally art. Some basic rules to pattern-clash-proof your wardrobe: 1. Keep it …
Let’s set the scene: You’re graduating. You’ve worked hard, aced (or survived) exams, and now you’re ready to strut across that stage, cap perched jauntily on your head, gown billowing behind you like a superhero’s cape. But after the ceremony? That cap and gown are heading straight to the back of your closet—or worse, the …
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Some numbers you might consider before shopping at Nike. How much money did Nike make last year? Estimates range from $22- 51 billion. How much did they pay in federal taxes? Approximately 9.1% in 2022. How much do they pay their workers? Well retail workers make about $18/hour. How much do they allegedly owe garment …
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How TOMS Started TOMS is a shoe brand, started in 2006 by founder Blake Mycoskie, and might be best known for their Buy-One-Give-One (BOGO) model, giving away a free pair of shoes for every pair sold. TOMS certainly didn’t invent BOGO, but they definitely became the most well-known company using that charitable model. But there was a …
In a world where online shopping has become as commonplace as breathing, customers expect their orders to arrive with everything they requested—and nothing more. However, Anna Marie’s experience with Shein and FedEx defies these expectations, unfolding a narrative that sounds more like the plot of a mystery thriller than a typical online shopping experience. A …
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Funky pants are the holy grail of all 2021 trends. When I say funky, I mean one-of-a-kind, original, CRAZY. Pants that you literally could wear nothing else and the outfit would be complete just because of the pants, although I probably don’t recommend doing that. I’m talking about statement pants. I’m talking argyle, clover, basketweave, …
I just watched the documentary Audrey on Netflix about the renowned actress, fashion icon and philanthropist, Audrey Hepburn. Wow did I learn a lot about her. I’ve always admired her style and Breakfast at Tiffany’s is one of my favorite old movies. Of course, in her later years, she devoted her entire life to UNICEF, …
I’ve been curling my hair for as long as I can remember. I started gymnastics and cheerleading at a very young age and for those two sports, certain hairstyles are mandatory. So I had to learn how to use a curling wand at a very young age. They are not always easy to navigate – …
I had the absolute pleasure of watching the debut of “Let Them Be Naked“ in Los Angeles, and trust me when I say, this documentary is a total game-changer. Jeff Garner, the eco-fashion guru behind the Prophetik brand, just took sustainable fashion to a whole new level. You know how we always talk about what we eat, …
Furnish Green in Chelsea As I made my way through the East Village, ticking off stores on my must-visit thrift and vintage list in New York City, I stumbled upon something unexpected on E. 24th Street. It wasn’t on my list. I had never heard of it and I wasn’t planning on shopping there but …