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There are more ways than you think to make your wardrobe more sustainable. We all need to be more conscious of our purchasing choices, and making small changes to your wardrobe is the perfect way to start. Who doesn\u2019t love an excuse to buy clothing? The point of fashion is to make us feel good, so why not feel better when you know that your wardrobe is helping the environment?<\/p>\n

1. Explore second-hand options<\/h2>\n

The best way to make your wardrobe more sustainable is to help keep clothes out of landfills. Buying vintage and second-hand clothing will not only help the environment, but it\u2019ll make your wardrobe more unique. Second-hand pieces are typically one of a kind, and who doesn\u2019t want to wear something that\u2019s totally unique? The best part about buying second-hand; thrifting is so much fun! Spend hours in your local op shops and you never know, you might find something amazing!<\/p>\n

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2. Upcycle your old clothing<\/h2>\n

Have pieces in your wardrobe that feel a little old? Whether they don\u2019t fit you anymore or have a few holes, you never know what a little tender loving care can do! Watch YouTube tutorials or get your inspiration from Pinterest to upcycle your old clothing. Add patches, sew up holes or tailor your old pieces to give them a new lease on life. What\u2019s more sustainable than increasing the lifespan of the wardrobe you already have?<\/p>\n

3. Choose quality over price<\/h2>\n

Whilst fast fashion seems too good to be true for your wallet, it\u2019s incredibly unsustainable for the environment. Fast fashion is made from cheap materials, and aren\u2019t designed to last long, which will result in more clothing in landfills. Investing in quality pieces will make your wardrobe last a lifetime. Pieces made from natural and sustainable materials, or handmade by craftsmen will definitely make your wardrobe more sustainable. I know the high price tag sounds scary, but it will be so worth it in the end.<\/p>\n

4. Find sustainable brands<\/h2>\n

The majority of fashion brands are unsustainable, regardless of how much they claim to be good for the environment. There are countless brands who are 100% sustainable, but they\u2019re just not as well-known. Use websites like Rankabrand<\/a> and Wellmadeclothes<\/a> to both find out how environmentally friendly your favourite brands actually are, and to find sustainable brands that are bound to have your next favourite piece.<\/p>\n

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5. Shop with purpose<\/h2>\n

In the world of fast fashion, its often that we only buy pieces to wear them a few times, or only to be on-trend. Before heading to the shopping centre, have a plan of what you want to purchase so you don\u2019t impulse buy. When you want to buy a piece of clothing; imagine different ways to style it with what you already own, situations that you\u2019ll wear it and whether you actually need it. If it doesn\u2019t make you happy when you put it on, it\u2019s not worth it. Having second thoughts before buying something will make you more sustainable, and will also make your wardrobe more sustainable in the long run.<\/p>\n

6. Take care of the clothes you already have<\/h2>\n

Make your wardrobe more sustainable by being conscious of how to make your clothing last longer. Read the care instructions on the labels of your clothing to make sure that you\u2019re washing and drying them correctly. Specific materials and pieces have different \u2018needs\u2019 when being washed, so don\u2019t just throw all of your different pieces into the washing machine and select the basic setting. It\u2019ll make your wardrobe last longer and will therefore be more sustainable. Also, when you wash and dry your clothing, you\u2019re also having an environmental impact. Air dry your clothing, use cold water in your washing machine when possible and always run full loads to be more sustainable after you purchase your new sustainable wardrobe.<\/p>\n

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Ready to make your wardrobe more sustainable? Let us know in the comments below!<\/h3>\n

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