Much of the apparel that is currently sold in stores is inexpensively made, as our previous column explained, and we buy it regularly in order to stay up to date with the rapidly changing fashions. In addition to wasting our money, this fast-fashion fad puts unnecessary load on landfills, depletes resources, and increases environmental damage. Dressing in a slow method is a more environmentally friendly way of doing things, reported The Portland Press Herald.
First of all, we can buy new clothes less frequently. Even if there are a lot of cheaply made clothes in stores, some brands are still renowned for their longevity. Although well-made clothing can be rather pricey initially, it will pay you in the long run because it won't wear out soon. Additionally, premium clothing is less expensive at outlet stores and often goes on sale around the conclusion of a season as well as on shopping "holidays" like Presidents Day. Local thrift stores, of course, provide a plethora of gently used clothing items at deeply discounted costs; this is where you may also find durable apparel, frequently in fantastic condition.
Repairing your clothing is another strategy to prevent buying new ones and save money, especially before little issues get out of hand. Most of us have taken sewing classes at some point, and simple fixes like ironing on a patch or reattaching a button don't require any particular expertise. Through "visible mending," those with artistic flair can even improve a piece of clothing's appearance (egausa.org/visible-mending-introduction). Bring your clothing to a repair cafe, such as the one that is sometimes hosted at Brunswick's Curtis Library, for assistance with sewing, or go to a dry cleaner that provides tailoring and alteration services.
Slow fashion enthusiasts have plenty of sustainable options when it comes to parting with their clothing. Wearables can be donated, traded, or sold. Reusing and recycling old clothing are two options. Although it is still in its infancy, the infrastructure required to recycle clothing and other textiles is about to take off thanks to a new commitment by Goodwill. You may find a plethora of helpful tips and resources on the eco-stylist.com/6-sustainable-ways-to-get-rid-of-old-clothes-and-shoes website to help you prolong the life of unwanted clothing.