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WHERE DO OUR RETURNED CLOTHES GO? — After a few WHERE DO OUR RETURNED CLOTHES GO? —
After a few conversations I’ve had over the last couple of days, I’m realising that a lot of people don’t know what really happens to our clothes if we return them. If they’re tagged and in good condition then surely they’ll be resold right??

Not quite.

A lot of the time these clothes are sent to landfill or incineration as it’s the cheaper option for brands. Around 17% of our purchases are returned, creating a massive carbon footprint and around 5 billion pounds of waste, fuelling around 15 million tonnes of carbon dioxide.

So - what can we do?

There are many reasons we need to return clothes, and shouldn’t feel guilty because something didn’t fit right or is faulty. But if you can, shop less and shop well. Maybe look into renting or swapping if you can (however I realise this is a big privilege!!). And speak to your favourite brands, let them know your concerns and put pressure on them for transparency around these things! We also need system change to stop big brands creating so much waste, so if I find any movements around this, I will share them as well.

{Sources: BBC Earth, Quartz & Aequem)
SUSTAINABLE PERIODS — {Contains PR samples} Sust SUSTAINABLE PERIODS —
{Contains PR samples} Sustainable period products have always seemed a little daunting to me. I’ve never really known where to start but it was one change I really wanted to make this year. Enter: @meetdaye - I especially loved the CBD infused tampons which are a godsend with cramps. The cotton is organic and unbleached and they use sustainable packaging. Their applicators are bio-based sugarcane, the wrappers are water soluble and it comes in recyclable materials. They are a great place to start if you’re looking to be a little bit more sustainable this coming year🌍🤍
Good morning campers🏕 coming out the other end Good morning campers🏕 coming out the other end of those funny few weeks where you’re not sure what day it is exactly and it is acceptable to crack open the Baileys at 12 has certainly been weird and my sleeping pattern isn’t quite back on track, but I hope you all had a lovely time nonetheless and feel somewhat more refreshed and ready to head into 2021 despite lockdown 3🤍
This is basically a @annalouoflondon fan account, This is basically a @annalouoflondon fan account, the most BEAUTIFUL handmade jewellery. At the big old age of 22 I finally got my ears pierced (I know, I know) and I couldn’t be more excited to start my earring collection off with these beauts🤍

(Ring and necklace are also from Anna Lou - the ring was kindly gifted a few months ago and I bought the necklace last year, like I said, this is a fan account now)

{pr sample}
I miss being by the coast and going on long hikes. I miss being by the coast and going on long hikes. I’ve already started planning where I want to explore in the new year (Covid permitting of course), anyone else?🥾
Forever taking photos of my jewellery🌞 @mejuri Forever taking photos of my jewellery🌞

@mejuri #mejuripartner {Item has been previously gifted}
Can’t beat a bit of winter sun🌞 November fle Can’t beat a bit of winter sun🌞

November flew by out of nowhere. I’ve never felt like a year has gone so quickly, but has dragged on so much all at once? However very excited to kick off the festive season🎄
Sustainable statement details from @artisanandfox Sustainable statement details from @artisanandfox 🤍 {PR Sample}
BLACK FRIDAY — As it’s Black Friday tomorrow t BLACK FRIDAY —
As it’s Black Friday tomorrow this is just a reminder to be conscious when shopping the sales. I should say, I’m not telling anyone to not shop, I realise it’s a good time to buy that special item that you’ve had your eye on for a while which was just out of your price range, or to start your Christmas shopping. However it’s easy to fall into the impulse of buying things you might not necessarily need. We also need to be protecting those making these products, who are underpaid and overworked. So, some food for thought:

Is it a bargain if you don’t actually need it? In 2018, 21% of Brits purchased something on Black Friday/Cyber Monday that they later regretted, spending an estimated average of £83 on each of these items. Items returned are most likely going straight into landfill, and adds to our ever growing waste problem. Only buy if you’re 100% sure it will be long standing in your wardrobe. This also goes to buying from more sustainable brands, it might be a good opportunity to buy from sustainable brands which have a higher price point. But is it sustainable if you don’t really need it?

Will you wear it at least 30 times? Fashion needs to become more circular & seasonless, not disposable. On average women only wore an item 7 times, and 1/3 believed the item to be ‘old’ after fewer than 3 wears. If it won’t stand the test of time, don’t buy it.

I also feel like we need to question question brands such as @urbanoutfitters and @topshop why they can host such large sales when they STILL can’t pay their garment workers for cancelled (already made) orders during the pandemic. We need to be asking these questions and making sure those brands take responsibility for their actions (if you’d like to take a bit more action I’d recommend checking out resources from @fash_rev ). Our clothes should never come at the price of someone else.

Happy conscious shopping🤍

Sources: Finder & Ecoage
Ph: @byellecrane

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Who Says You Have To Be Loaded To Make Your Way Through Your Travel Bucket List?

16/04/2019

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There’s no doubt about it. When the travel bug bites, it bites hard. In fact, the venom of the travel bug has been known to induce a delirium which makes it so much harder to think about work and the quotidian responsibilities of daily life when we get home from our travels. All we can do is carry on obsessing over our next holiday and all the sights, sounds and experiences we’ll get to enjoy.

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But working our way through our travel bucket lists can be a prohibitively pricey prospect. As the cost of living continues to climb while our wages stay the same, more and more of us are finding it harder to get the money to jet away and scratch that all-consuming itch that comes with the travel bug’s bite. Fortunately, even those of us on a modest income can find ways to pay for our travels and cut down the cost of getting away…

If you need to borrow, borrow smart

Many of us find it difficult to save enough to meet our travel goals when we want to meet them. As a result we can find ourselves leaning on loans and credit cards to fund our getaways. While there’s nothing wrong with this, if you’re going to borrow, borrow smart! Many of us, especially those of us with less than stellar credit ratings, can assume that we have limited options. However, you’d be amazed by how many sources of decent credit there are, especially if you have a guarantor. Use a guarantor loans calculator so that you know exactly what you’ll be borrowing, what the interests rates will be and how to factor them into your monthly budget. Or use a credit card with a 0% interest rate and keep switching the balance to different card when the 0% term expires.

Why leave it till the weekend?

We all relish the idea of jetting away on a Saturday morning, but setting off midweek can actually shave a significant chunk off your travel costs. Weekend flights tend to be more expensive than their midweek counterparts. Set off on a Wednesday or a Thursday and not only will you likely save money on flights, you may also be more likely to be able to get the time off work.

Give “hidden city ticketing” a try

Hidden city ticketing is a trick known only to travel veterans, but it can save you a lot of money with very little effort. What many don’t know is that flight prices are actually based on market demand rather than distance travelled. Thus, longer or indirect flights to even popular destinations can be significantly cheaper than flying direct. The only caveat here is that you will probably have to buy two single tickets rather than a round trip to get to where you want to go.

The bendier the better

Travel enthusiasts can benefit greatly by being flexible in their plans. If you can be adaptable either in your choice of destination or when you’re happy to fly out you stand a great chance of making some significant savings. If, however, you are able to be flexible with both you may find that you unlock a path to even greater savings. Essentially, the bendier you can be in your plans, the better!

With a little flexibility, smarts and knowhow, even travel junkies on a budget can see the world without drowning themselves in debt.

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