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🌸 Fall Cleaning for Your Soul 🌸 As we welcome a new season, it's time to reflect on what's holding us back. A cluttered life can lead to a cluttered mind. Here are some tips to help you simplify and focus on what truly matters. Start with your closet. Be honest, when was the last time you wore those jeans? Go through your clothes and separate them into three piles: keep, donate, and discard. Consider donating gently used items to those in need or recycling them into new pieces. 🌿 Decluttering your digital life is also crucial. Unsubscribe from unwanted emails, delete unused apps, and take a break from social media when needed. Use this time to focus on self-care and personal growth. 💃 Now, let's talk about sustainable fashion. At Lovethyne, we believe in making a positive impact on the environment while staying stylish. Our collections feature timeless dresses and pieces that can be worn year-round, reducing the need for fast fashion. 💖 By simplifying your life, you'll create space for new experiences and relationships. Remember, it's not about what you have, but what you give. At Lovethyne, we're committed to donating 50% of our profits to charities worldwide. Ready to start your decluttering journey? Visit lovethyne.com to discover our sustainable fashion collections and join our mission to make a difference. #DeclutteringTips #SustainableFashion #MindfulLiving

Hello Denver friends! Nude Foods Market legendary clothes shop, swap, and consign event is coming to our DENVER store on September 21st from 10am-1pm! We will have a free section with clothes to donate and take, as well as a consignment section where you can sell/buy! Register ahead of time for 10% off your groceries in store that day, and we ask that you definitely register ahead if you’re consigning clothes! Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gXxRM9cJ “You’re a grocery store, why are you having a clothing swap?” Well, our mission over here is to reduce waste, especially plastic (which is made from oil 🤢). And textile production generates 95.6 BILLION (with a b!) pounds of plastic waste per year, making the textile industry the second worst industrial sector after packaging. And most of these cheap polyester clothes that are being put out into the world release microplastics into the water which make their way to the ocean. Rather than contributing to waste or buying from unethical and unsustainable clothing companies, we want to help people opt for more eco-friendly fashion choices! Getting things second hand is one way to do that!!! #zerowaste #clothingswap #ethicalbusiness #sustainablebusiness #denvercolorado #denverevents

Instead of tossing out old garments, consider giving them a new lease on life through upcycling or donation. Upcycling is a fantastic way to get creative and transform old clothes into something new and unique. From turning jeans into stylish shorts to repurposing fabric for DIY projects, the possibilities are endless! It's not only fun but also reduces waste. Another great option is donation. By donating clothes you no longer wear, you can help someone in need while promoting a circular economy. Your unwanted items could be just what someone else is looking for. This post from Queensland Environment on Facebook presents these important questions we can ask ourselves before adding new items to your wardrobe: ✔ Do I need this item? ✔ Have I learned the basics of clothing care and repair? ✔ Could I get my clothes professionally altered to fit better? ✔ How can I restyle my existing clothing or home furnishings to extend their life? Have you tried upcycling or donating your clothes before?  Check it out here: https://rpb.li/ub1G29 #SustainableFashion #Upcycling #ClothingDonation

As we acknowledge #InternationalDayofCharity, let's take a moment to appreciate the incredible work of charity organisations around the world. With Fashion Week around the corner, let's look at some interesting stats highlighting the impact of charity shops on recycling fashion and reducing waste: ♻️ In the UK alone, charity shops helped divert 339,000 tonnes of textiles from landfills in 2021, according to the Charity Retail Association. ♻️ According to estimates, about 65-70% of donated clothing in charity shops is sold or recycled, while the remaining items may be repurposed into rags or insulation materials. ♻️ Research from WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Programme) shows that buying second-hand clothes saves around 1.5 kg of CO2 per item. ♻️ The global second-hand fashion market is projected to reach $350 billion by 2030, driven by increasing demand for sustainable and affordable alternatives to fast fashion. Charity shops play a key role in this growing sector. Today, charity shops continue to not only play a vital role in supporting charitable causes but driving fashion sustainability. Let’s celebrate their impact and consider how we can give back to our communities. Tag a charity shop you support in the comments below!

Ever think about what happens to old products? 🌍♻️ Crocs has an innovative answer: Their ‘Old Crocs. New Life’ program. Here's how it works: 1. Bring your used Crocs to any retail location in the continental US or use their no-cost mail-back option. 2. Enjoy a 10% discount on your next purchase! The gently used Crocs will be donated and the worn-out pairs will be upcycled into new products. This initiative showcases how brands can reduce waste and promote a circular economy. It's a win-win for customers and the environment. #OldCrocsNewLife #SustainableFashion #CircularEconomy #EcoFriendly #Recycle #Crocs #DTCNewsletter

How we celebrate sustainable fashion & give back: highlights from our MTM 'Swap Party'. What's the Deal? We asked our team to bring gently used clothing items they no longer wear and swap it for a fresh find from our selection. It's a win-win: they get a pre-loved treasure, and we keep clothes out of landfills. Everything left over at the end of the Swap Party Week goes to charity. How It Works: 💚 It's a simple one-for-one exchange. Bring one item, take one item. 💚 Donations are key! To participate, you must donate a piece of clothing. 💚 Any unclaimed clothing at the end of the week will be donated to charity. Why Swap? ♻️ 💚 Sustainable Style: Swapping extends the life cycle of clothes, reducing waste. 💚 Free Refresh: Update your wardrobe with unique finds without spending a penny! 💚 Give Back: Support a good cause and donate unwanted clothes to charity. Do you have any great intiatives that you would like to share? Comment below ⬇ #swapweek #swapparty #netzeroinitiative #charityinitiative #achievablenetzero #culture #netzero #mrsnetzeropledge

Join the BOAS Movement: Fashion with Purpose, Impact for the Planet Ready to make your wardrobe part of something bigger? At BOAS, we’re turning the tide on fast fashion with sustainable, stylish vintage denim that’s good for you and the earth. Each pair of jeans carries a story, a history, and a chance to reduce waste while looking great. But it doesn’t stop there. We believe that the profits we make are truly yours. That’s why we donate 90% of them to top life-saving charities. Our success is built on the support of customers, employees, and partners like you, and together, we’re making a real difference. When you shop with BOAS, you're not just buying jeans – you’re helping save lives. By joining the BOAS movement, you're directly supporting a greener, more sustainable planet and contributing to life-saving initiatives. It's not just about wearing clothes – it's about wearing your values. Together, we can turn fashion into a force for positive change. Ready to make your mark? Join us in creating a future where fashion leaves a lighter footprint. https://boas.co/ #BOASMovement #FashionWithPurpose #GreenerPlanet #VintageImpact #SaveJeansandSaveLives

Our Sip & Swap is in 11 DAYS! Let's start 2024 by being sustainable - clothes swapping offers a unique and sustainable approach to shopping. Step 1: Look for clothing, and accessories which you have worn only a handful of times and would like to up-cycle - or maybe that donation pile that's been at the back of your closet Step 2: Purchase a ticket for one of our four time slots, and bring up to 15 items to exchange. Step 3: At check-in, we will assess the quality of your items - ensuring no stains, or rips and that the items are in high-quality condition. Step 4: You'll receive 1 token per eligible item (up to 15 total). Step 5: Browse the available items at the event and take home as many pieces as you have tokens for. Experience the love of clothes swapping whilst reducing your environmental impact. Tickets: https://lnkd.in/ghaYrNgP

Where does unused fabric go?🤔 Tons of fabric from production or unsold stock are often discarded. Many organizations and companies donate this excessive fabric to charities and non-profit initiatives. These fabrics are used in: ✨ Skill building (like sewing and craftsmanship) ✨ Fashion projects ✨ Humanitarian Aids (like bedding, clothing and different products for underserved areas) In third-world countries the role of this donation is 🟢 Creating employment in the textile sector 🟢 Social enterprises that uplift women and underrepresented groups 🟢 Upcycling practices. Although this discarded fabric creates a lot of opportunities But on the other side after the usage, it ends up in landfill. #sustainable #sustainability #recycling #fastfashion #fashionbrands

Let's talk about sustainability and fashion 📢 I was very proud of our team last week at The Lawyer Awards when more than half turned up in reused outfits, rented dresses and charity shop suits! In the pic below you can spot... 🐢 Alex Taylor sporting his trusted turtleneck jumper from 2017. 💷 Charlotte Lear wearing a gorgeous Ganni dress that she rented from HURR. 👔 Gabriel Kennedy donning a suit he found for £50 in a charity shop. 👗 And myself wearing a Coast dress I bought back in 2018, which I also wore to my first The Lawyer Awards in 2022 (no one remembers what you wore to an old event when there are 1,000 people in attendance). So, why is this important? Because the fashion industry is responsible for 8-10 per cent of global emissions, according to the UN - that's more than aviation and shipping combined. Buying less, renting outfits and taking a punt on second-hand pieces really do make a difference 💚 #sustainability #climatechange #fastfashion