If, like me, you are appalled by the landfill statistics here are a few things you can do to make sure you contribute to the problem as little as possible:
- Buy fewer clothes. I know its hard to resist the perfect top or that cute little clutch bag but when you pick something off the rail think to yourself 'do I really need this?'. Nine times out of ten I bet the answer is no.
- Fix it! If a button falls off, sew it back on or if you have lost it, buy some from a charity shop and replace all of them, giving an old cardigan a new look. Broken zip? Take it to a repair shop. It is amazing how many clothes you can save by fixing them.
- Get the most out of the clothes you do buy. Who cares if it's not 'in fashion' anymore? If its comfy and it looks good, wear it!
- Buy good quality clothes. They may cost a little more but at least you know they will last you years. Clothing should be an investment, I have had a pair of jeans for 7 years and I still love wearing them, definitely money well spent!
- Donate old clothing. Shwop it, charity shop it or recycle it; just don't throw it away! Somewhere there is bound to be someone who can make good use of your old clothes, give them that opportunity.
- Encourage your friends to do the same.
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