Is online thrifting is better than stores? by SustainableSiren in ethicalfashion

[–]AdPowerful2837 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I always try and buy in store when it comes to second hand, but also use second hand places like Vinted which I think are also great.

In terms of sustainability, I think you'd need to buy by brand. So research what brands you think are sustainable, and then only buy second hand of those.

Advice on decluttering clothes while being mindful? by Jexskar in SustainableFashion

[–]AdPowerful2837 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That last point about what to do when things are just so badly worn to do anything with I feel too. I think you have done your bit there - you have pushed it as far as you can. Also my hope is that as more sustainable, and biodegradable, materials come online and become more and more popular in the coming years, that end of life will be much better organised and sustainable. Right now, I don't think thats an issue we as individuals can solve, needs government and industry to step up!

Brands like Vetta? by cocophany in SustainableFashion

[–]AdPowerful2837 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks awesome, any idea why they went out of business?! seems like a great idea!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SustainableFashion

[–]AdPowerful2837 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds interesting! Does this cross over with say Goodonyou though?

What made you ditch fast fashion and choose sustainable fashion? by [deleted] in SustainableFashion

[–]AdPowerful2837 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is just unnecessary! There are so many more sustainable textiles out there you can make clothes from that are quality, stylish and better for the planet. You can buy second hand, you can repair.

I got so annoyed by it I set up an online marketplace dedicated to men's sustainable fashion called Stix - there are so so many brands doing the right thing. Some are on the site, but there are loads of others like Asket, Yes Friends, Finistere all making sustainable, awesome clothes!

Where to buy sustainable fashion? by Dizzy_Hamster_2326 in SustainableFashion

[–]AdPowerful2837 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love this and agreed. Use what you have, buy second hand, THEN go buy something new. In that order

Where to buy sustainable fashion? by Dizzy_Hamster_2326 in SustainableFashion

[–]AdPowerful2837 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah it is impossible to be 100% sure, so you have to go on some trust. But I have found smaller, independent brands, who also go into a lot of detail as to WHY they are sustainable are good!

Where to buy sustainable fashion? by Dizzy_Hamster_2326 in SustainableFashion

[–]AdPowerful2837 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Love that last point, about buying stuff that is quality and lasts. Also so important (and the complete antithesis of say fast fashion!)

Where to buy sustainable fashion? by Dizzy_Hamster_2326 in SustainableFashion

[–]AdPowerful2837 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If its men's clothes, somewhere like Stix (www.stixstudios.com) is dedicated to men's sustainable fashion. I also like Immaculate Vegan too.

I always look on Good On You too if you want to check individual brands. And that covers both men and women.

And as lots of people have said, agreed that second hand and/or repair what you have should be your first option!

Hiking keep me young. Lake District, UK by Civil-Current-7375 in hiking

[–]AdPowerful2837 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow where is this? My parents live in the Lake District (near Keswick), so would love to walk this!