Sustainable Style Blog — Slow Fashion

The Stories We Wear

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The Stories We Wear

What if our clothes are more than just things we wear? From treasured keepsakes to favourite coats and lucky dresses, the clothes we keep often tell the story of our lives. A personal reflection on memory, identity and why some garments become impossible to part with.

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Why Natural Fabrics Are Usually Worth Bringing Home

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Why Natural Fabrics Are Usually Worth Bringing Home

What makes one item of clothing become a favourite for years while another is forgotten after a season? As a personal stylist and lifelong treasure hunter, I've learnt that the answer often starts with the fabric. Here's why I always check the composition label before I even look at the brand.

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How to Spot Quality Clothes in a Charity Shop: Finding Real Treasure Among a Sea of Second-Hand Rails

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How to Spot Quality Clothes in a Charity Shop: Finding Real Treasure Among a Sea of Second-Hand Rails

Ever wondered how some people always seem to find amazing charity shop bargains? The secret isn't luck—it's knowing what to look for. In this guide, I share the professional buying tips I've learnt over years of treasure hunting, from spotting quality fabrics and well-made garments to recognising those hidden gems that are worth taking home.

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Creating a More Sustainable Wardrobe in 2026: Five Things You Should Do

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Creating a More Sustainable Wardrobe in 2026: Five Things You Should Do

Making mindful choices about how we buy, wear, care for and recycle our clothes can have a huge impact on both the planet and our personal style.  If you're thinking of creating a more sustainable wardrobe this year, here are our five fundamental principles to help guide you as you go.

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Creating a more sustainable wardrobe in 2024? Here's five things you should do.

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Creating a more sustainable wardrobe in 2024?  Here's five things you should do.
According to Greenpeace "Global emissions from textile production annually are more than the carbon footprint of international flights and shipping combined." (2019). Making changes to how we produce, buy, use and discard our clothing is without doubt fundamental to our global battle to reduce emissions and protect the environment.   If you're on the cusp of making changes towards a more sustainable wardrobe, here's our rundown of five simple things you can do to achieve it in 2024.

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