There's this old-fashioned notion that if you want to be sustainable, you have to give something up or go without. For fashion, it's the foregoing of style, glamour, and the fun of getting dressed up because you're trying not to purchase too much. You can either be eco-conscious or enjoy fashion, but not both and not together.
Luckily, we don't live in that world anymore, sustainability has stopped being beige, and the choices for fashion don't just make sense, they feel exciting.
If you're looking for some sustainable fashion choices that don't feel like you're sacrificing anything, we have exactly what you need.
Rent Don’t Hoard
This is an easy swap to make. If you're wanting to get all glammed up but don't want to splurge on yet more clothing you'll only ever wear once, renting is the way forward. Because if we're honest, we've all done that before and spent way more than we wanted to, too.
Renting takes away the guilt from spending too much and also takes away the need to purchase yet more clothing that will only be pulled out for certain occasions. So whether it's the sparkly dress for your best friend's 30th or you need a power suit to land a new job, rent it, and send it back when you're done.
Diamonds But No Drama
Jewelry has gone through the same rethink as fashion. Mined diamonds used to be the done thing, but these days more and more people are choosing alternatives to mined diamonds.
Mostly due to the fact that they can't verify the authenticity or shake the damage that was left behind to create these gemstones.
Lab-grown diamonds offer the same brilliance and permanence but with none of the baggage. This radiant three stone setting ring proves you can still get the wow factor of having a sparkling diamond on your finger without the other stuff associated with diamonds.
Choose Less, Choose Better
Here's the thing: to be sustainable, you don't need to stop buying; you just need to be more careful about what you buy and consider the implications. Some people like to buy with the 30 rule in mind; if you're not going to wear it 30 times, don't buy it. Others look for higher-quality materials so they can be sure they'll last and not give up after the first wash like fast fashion.
So when you do go shopping, be selective, choose quality items that are designed to last; they may cost you a little bit more, but over time you'll get your money's worth.
Fabrics That Don't Fight
You know the feeling when you put on your new top and it's itching your skin, or the tag is irritating, or it just doesn't sit right. You don't get this with organic or natural fibres. That occurs with cheap synthetic clothing.
Recycled wool, organic cotton, linen that breaks in, not breaks down - these are the fabrics with staying power, and not only do they last, they fit better, look better, and feel better too.
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