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RE: AN ODE TO (OVERPRICED-BUT-NOT) VINTAGE LEVI'S
Buying second hand is the best for so many reasons. Lately I've been trying not to buy any new clothes at all after watching a documentary about the global garment industry, and about how much pollution is caused by discarded, low-quality clothing. We just don't value clothing the way that we used to, and it's evident by the declining quality.
We really don't. And its such a battle for me too being in the apparel retail industry myself, and loving fashion and style as much as I do. But I really do think we as consumers can make such a big difference with our own environmental impact, but also affecting and influencing industries like the apparel industry to start taking action.
Thanks for reading + supporting, @malloryblythe!
Oh sorry, I didn't mean to insult your livelihood! Probably should have thought that one through before opening my mouth (or, unleashing my fingers, I guess). Though I suppose even in the retail industry you can find ways to be environmentally conscious and also careful about how you source your materials and your labor. I have a friend who makes a living by repurposing clothes she finds in bargain bins.
Anyway, I was just looking through your posts, and I really like your stuff, so I'm going to follow you. :)
Oh, no no you didn't insult at all!! That's what this series is all about for me. Even though I work in the apparel retail industry full time, I really want to take an initiative in my personal life (and side hustle) to promote things that really resonate with me— which is being kind to our earth!
Thanks for the follow 💙
xoxo
So many opportunities to impact the retail fashion industry when you’re mindful of ethical manufacturing, fair trade practices, even simply choosing companies who implement fair practice IN factories overseas (not everything from Asia is garbage or made in sweat shops), environmentally-sustainable materials, humane animal treatment, companies who reinvest profits to sustain our planet...
I’d argue it’s more important to make your new purchases based on educated decisions (which include the above understanding) than to buy secondhand exclusively. If we ever hope to change an industry, we must showcase and reward those who are upending the status quo. Especially those with influence in the market.
I totally agree! I'm glad you said that, actually. Within this series I plan to share my experience and intentions when I buy things that aren't new. How I find brands that are transparent about their practices, what I look for, etc! It is super important for the market to support the brands that ARE doing it right and I want to do what I can to support and share those companies as an example! Thanks, @ameliabartlett! 💙