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How to Build a Sustainable and Stylish Wardrobe

Hello mending, goodbye fast fashion: rethinking your shopping habits can mean less of a strain on your finances—and the environment.

Amy Maoz

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Find even more environmental action inspiration in our How to Help the Planet collection, with advice on organizations to support, making your wardrobe more sustainable, and more.

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From 30 Wears to 30 Years: How Long Should Our Clothes Last?

For years, the benchmark for buying a new purchase has been a minimum of 30 wears, but is this enough?

How to Mend Your Clothes: 5 Easy Stitch Fixes

These projects can help keep your clothing wearable for longer (and out of landfills!), making them a major win no matter how far you take your designs.

Your Dirty Laundry Is the Next Big Thing in Sustainable Fashion

Changing your washing habits can be just as important as what you buy.

Seriously, What Are You Supposed to Do With Old Clothes?

There are no good solutions to the problems of closet clean-out.

Why Tailoring Is the Ultimate Sustainable Style Tip

We’ve all heard the phrase, “the most sustainable garment is the one already in your wardrobe”. While that sentiment is an essential reminder to shop with longevity in mind, it can apply an element of guilt when clothes no longer fit.

Where to Sell Secondhand Clothing: A Guide

You want to consider what item you are selling and the best audience of customers for that item. It can be confusing. So we made you a list.

Aja Barber on Replacing Your Shopping Addiction With Inspiration

“I’m not going to go shopping as a pastime anymore. I’m going to shop when I need to.”

The Ultimate Reseller and Consumer Guide to Thrifting Ethically

“There are a lot of pros, including supporting a circular fashion economy, affordability, and long-term environmental sustainability.”

10 Take-Action Ways to Help the Planet

Saving the planet isn’t a one-person job. But there are ways each of us can protect and preserve Earth, from planting native gardens to supporting climate action organizations—and more.

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