There is a huge emphasis on sustainability, and the tide is turning when it comes to fashion. Fewer people are buying cheap, fast - fashion clothes from places such as the warehouse (equivalent to Walmart in the US), and more people are buying both high priced and good quality clothing and fashion items that will last longer, and many are also shopping thrift/second hand shopping as well. Some are also buying faux fur and vegan leather - but I believe there is an ethical way of using animal fur, as long as the meat is not wasted and is used for food - and that the animal is killed in a quick and painless way and does not suffer.
There are huge benefits shopping from both luxury and thrift stores or events. What are the benefits? Shopping from luxury/designer stores have many benefits, asides from the experience itself from walking into a store and making a purchase. These include:
The benefits of buying clothes and fashion accessories from a thrift store, or a thrift event:
Thrift and second hand shopping has lots of benefits, but it can come with some downsides, too that you'll need to be aware of. Some downsides include unwittingly buying/purchasing counterfeit or fake items, in the case of shoes - buying shoes that are unsafe to wear, due to wear and tear, the second hand item might not last long, especially if there is lots of visible damage in the item, and of course, it not be hygienic also as people have worn or used the item before. Always wash your clothing after buying from a second hand store, or a thrift event - and avoid buying used underwear (Unless you can verify that it's either in really good condition and properly cleaned)! Also, if you're buying electrical goods, always check to see if they are still safe to use and are functioning properly. And check to see if the shoes are still in good condition before buying as it is better to be safe than sorry - cheap shoes, especially heels, can be dangerous. The benefits of buying second hand, or items from thrift stores outweigh the negatives. Don't let the negatives put you off! In the case of hygiene, that can be solved by washing the garments. So simply put: it is better to buy from both second hand/thrift stores or events, as well as luxury and designer stores - than buying fast fashion from places such as Walmart, The Warehouse or the alike (stores vary depending on which country you're in). And of course, there's also the option to buy hand made goods as well, from small businesses - and support them. This is beneficial in many ways, being ethical and sustainable is one of them, the other is supporting small businesses. And of course, most importantly, you'll likely enjoy what your buy as well due to the quality and style of the item. Photo on blog cover by freestocks on Unsplash
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AuthorI am Natalie Dunn. I am a feminist who believes in gender equality and rights for everyone. I have many passions in life such as fashion, beauty, adventures and travelling. Archives
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