From the viewpoint of a 17-year-old girl, fashion is important, but why is fashion so much more than just the clothes we wear? From affecting the environment to garment workers to our body image, and so much more, fashion is not only the clothes we wear but the effects our clothes have on the world, and even what they say about us in terms of reflecting the zeitgeist of the times we live through. Next time you get dressed, try thinking of the different ways your clothes affect your world. Enjoy! :)
In this episode, we discuss the unseen costs that go into your clothes, break down what cost per west means, and talk about how the price of an item makes you slow down your consumption. Enjoy!
4 Oct 2020
What is Green Washing?
Sustainable, ethical, and eco-friendly have become buzzwords and even marketing tactics for brands. How do we avoid brands that capitalize off the climate crisis? What exactly is green washing? This will all be answered and discussed in the episode as we understand how fashion is impacted by green washing.
4 Sept 2020
Why Buy Sustainable Active Wear?
Going through the steps of making your leggings, sports bra, or whatever you exercise in, we discuss the steps and impacts of the production process, from dyes to fabrics. The unsuspected impact of microplastics on our oceans and the impact of dyes on water pollution are unsuspected impacts of buying a new pair of biker shorts.
Some of my favorite sustainable activewear brands-
Patagonia - https://www.patagonia.com/home/avad=194478_b1cc69e6d&netid=1&pubid=155966&utm_source=thegoodtrade.com&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=app&src=app&src=avl
Girlfriend Collective -
https://www.girlfriend.com/
Groceries Apparel -
https://groceriesapparel.com/
Outdoor Voices -
https://www.outdoorvoices.com/?ranMID=41850&ranEAID=2575853&ranSiteID=QFGLnEolOWg-d2NQ_lfYxCfmxXZCDtrE6Q&utm_source=Affiliate&utm_medium=Rakuten&siteID=QFGLnEolOWg-d2NQ_lfYxCfmxXZCDtrE6Q
13 Aug 2020
The Brandy Melville Dilemma
The epitome of an it-girl brand, Brandy Melville has worked its way deep into the hearts, but more so the minds of teenage girls. From lack of diversity, little information on its production process, and the infamous one size fits all practice, why is this brand still so successful? As teenage girls who have both shopped at and dealt with the issues that Brandy creates, we chat about our thoughts, feelings, and opinions on the brand as a whole.
28 Jul 2020
The Complexity of Thrifting
From depop resellers to the ethical dilemma thrift store shoppers face, somewhat unknowingly I might add, the market for thrifting has become more popular and therefore more complex. We know thrifting is sustainable but is it ethical? Listen and learn something!!
16 Jul 2020
Microplastics and Bikinis
In this episode, we discuss the effects of bathing suits on our planet. From the damage of synthetic fabrics to shedding microplastics when you swim, sustainable swimwear is often overlooked when talking about what you should try to buy sustainably. In my opinion, a sustainable bikini is one of the closet essentials especially considering the impact that a normal bikini has on the environment.
Find a cute new bikini!!- https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/fashion/what-to-wear/g27451403/best-sustainable-swimwear-brands/ (https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/fashion/what-to-wear/g27451403/best-sustainable-swimwear-brands/)
My favorites-
https://www.vitaminaswim.com/ (https://www.vitaminaswim.com/)
https://www.shopbeachaccess.com/ (https://www.shopbeachaccess.com/)
https://www.solidandstriped.com/collections/sustainable-suits (https://www.solidandstriped.com/collections/sustainable-suits)
8 Jul 2020
A Comprehensive Guide to Fast Fashion
Fast fashion is a term thrown around about a lot of commonly purchased brands, but what does it really mean? In this episode, we will define fast fashion, explore its history, ways to identify a fast-fashion brand, and why the industry is so damaging to people and the environment.
Some additional resources to further educate yourself on fast fashion!
What is Fast Fashion, Anyway? - https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/what-is-fast-fashion (https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/what-is-fast-fashion)
Why Fast Fashion Sucks, and 6 Ways You Can Be Sustainable Starting Now- https://medium.com/@leahmp/why-fast-fashion-sucks-and-6-ways-you-can-be-sustainable-starting-now-dc61b3a4bbab (https://medium.com/@leahmp/why-fast-fashion-sucks-and-6-ways-you-can-be-sustainable-starting-now-dc61b3a4bbab)
The True Cost- https://tubitv.com/movies/500119/the_true_cost?utm_source=google-feed&tracking=google-feed (https://tubitv.com/movies/500119/the_true_cost?utm_source=google-feed&tracking=google-feed)
2 Jul 2020
Fast Fashion vs. Slow Fashion
This episode discusses the general ideas of the fast fashion industry and why it poorly affects not only the environment but the people who make the clothes. Similarly, it discusses my own journey to slow fashion and how to transition to more sustainable shopping habits.
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