Hard to believe right? We always hear about dangerous sweatshops in Bangladesh or China but you rarely heard about sweatshops in the good ol’ USA. So you go to buy a shirt, you look at the tag to make sure you are being a responsible consumer and you see those three comforting words, Made In […]
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Now I understand, it’s not a perfect world. Nobody is perfect. We can’t do everything right every second of every day. And so with that I understand that we can’t always be sustainable. Sometimes we really like that one pair of shoes, but it’s from that terrible brand that we always try to stay away
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Confessions of a Former Fast Fashion Shopper. Admitting you have a problem is the first step. I am a bit of a shopaholic. Guilty!
And yes I was super guilty of supporting fast fashion by shopping at places like H&M, Zaful, & Shein, just to name a few of the offenders. It all started when I was young at Justice, remember that store?
In my defense, I was clueless. Of course, in the court of law, ignorance of a law is no excuse and doesn’t mean you aren’t “guilty”.
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TO THRIFT OR NOT TO THRIFT, THAT IS THE QUESTION! The answer is to THRIFT, of course duh! Did you know that “thrift” is actually a noun that means “using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully” not just a verb or an adjective. Am I the only one who doesn’t know this? Maybe
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Sustainable Fashion: How to be fashionable and not impact the environment.
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Being surrounded by runway glitz and glam of the recent fashion weeks, you can’t help but wonder about the dark side of fashion—the fast fashion frenzy that’s devouring our planet. We’ve all fallen victim to the lure of trendy, cheap clothes, but at what cost? It’s a critical question that’s been hanging over the industry
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Thrift shopping can be an overwhelming experience, especially for beginners. But fear not, as this chapter is dedicated to providing you with some essential thrifting hacks that will help you navigate the world of second-hand treasures with confidence. By the way one of my favorite places to thrift is at the Pickwick Vintage Show in
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The Pollution Titans First up, let’s talk about the #1 — fossil fuels. No shocker here, right? This sector is the Godzilla of pollution, belching out a whopping 40.5 gigatons of CO2 in 2022 alone. Despite the clear knowledge of its impact, breaking up with coal, oil, and gas seems harder than ending a toxic
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HEIN Sued for RICO Violation for Allegedly Massive Copyright Infringement
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In the world of fast fashion, few brands have risen as rapidly as SHEIN. With its trendy designs and affordable prices, it’s no wonder the brand has captured the hearts of many. But for sustainable fashion advocate Lexy Silverstein, there’s a darker side to this success story.
The Fast Fashion Phenomenon
Fast fashion, characterized by rapid production cycles and cheap materials, has revolutionized the fashion industry. Brands like SHEIN have mastered this model, churning out new designs at lightning speed. But at what cost? Lexy argues that the environmental and ethical price tags attached to these garments are far too high.
Thrift Bundles: Let Me Thrift for You. Or Style Your Thrifted Items
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We all want to be eco-warriors, but this idea of being perfect 24/7? Totally unrealistic. Enter the world of imperfect sustainability – a journey where we embrace the hiccups, learn from the mistakes, and give ourselves a high-five for the eco-wins. Let’s dive into what this means, how to keep the good vibes going, and
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If you care about the environment and want to connect with like-minded sustainable friends, you should come join me and sign up for EarthChella. Since Earth Day falls on weekend 2 of Coachella this year, Lauren Bash (@ReLauren) is coordinating a three day event Friday, April 21 – Sunday, April 23. 2023. If you don’t
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Natalia Trevino Amaro is a sustainable fashion designer who just had her first show in New York Fashion Week recently. Her designs are amazing and great for the earth, so that’s a win-win in my book. Here’s my interview with Natalia. I hope you enjoy. Let’s Talk Fashion with Natalia Trevino Amaro LEXY: Natalia, tell us
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I recently had the privilege of trying the O’WOW Smoothing Treatment and let me tell you, it really made me say “O WOW.” The treatment lasts up to three months, it gets rid of frizz, restores damaged hair, cuts blow out time in half, and of course saves money because you don’t have to go
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Grant Blvd Founder & CEO, Kimberly McGlonn, Ph.D.
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