8 tips for a sustainable approach to fashion

 

We have put together 8 tips for you on how you can make your closet and your approach to fashion more sustainable.

 

1. clear out your closet

The first step towards a more sustainable approach to fashion is to clear out your existing closet. It's best to go through each item of clothing and decide whether you still want to keep it. Think about how often you wear the item and whether you really like it. Sometimes, when you're clearing out, you even discover clothes that you've forgotten about but would actually still like to wear.

 

We recommend that you make different categories when clearing out

 

• Favorite pieces of the current season - go back into the wardrobe.
• Favorite pieces from another season - Stored in a box.
• Everything you no longer want to wear - Will be given away, sold or donated.
• Pieces you are unsure about - Will be kept and disposed of after three months if you don't miss them.

 

After clearing out, you will have space, order and an overview of your clothes again - the perfect basis for a sustainable closet. What's more, a tidy closet with only your favorite items makes life easier.

 

2. sell, give away or donate old clothes

After you have cleared out your closet, you will probably have a lot of clothes that you no longer want. However, the pieces that are still in good condition should definitely not be thrown away. You can give these pieces away to friends or family, sell them online or in a second-hand store, or take them to a clothing collection. This way, the clothes will continue to be worn and loved.

 

 

3. buy more consciously - only buy what you will actually wear

What percentage of the clothes in your closet do you wear regularly? If you also have the problem of buying clothes that you like but never end up wearing, then it can be helpful to change your mindset when shopping. Before making a purchase, try to think seriously about how you would combine the garment and whether you already own something similar. It's also important to consider the perfect fit, because even if you like a piece, you won't wear it if it doesn't fit properly. By adopting a conscious mindset when shopping, you can avoid bad purchases and do the environment and your wallet a favor.

 

4. buy secondhand

Second-hand shopping is a sustainable form of shopping. By not buying a new product, you save resources and energy, as no new product has to be manufactured and processed. You can also save money, as second-hand items are sold for less than the original price. And now you can even buy second-hand clothes online.

 

5. design your closet according to the capsule wardrobe principle

The idea behind the "capsule wardrobe" is a minimalist closet full of timeless, high-quality basics that can be worn over several seasons and combined in a variety of ways. A capsule wardrobe contains around 30 to 40 pieces per season - including shoes. The aim is that you can combine different outfits for every occasion and always feel good because your closet is only made up of your favorite pieces that look good on you.

 

The capsule wardrobe not only makes your life easier when you have to put together an outfit, but also promotes a sustainable approach to fashion. As the capsule wardrobe principle allows you to have a limited number of pieces in your closet, you only buy pieces that you really love and will wear. In addition, the pieces are not only worn a few times, but are combined in various outfits and worn regularly.

 

6. invest in better quality items that last longer

Slow fashion instead of fast fashion. The average number of times a particular item of clothing is worn is 7 times. This behavior is extremely damaging to the environment, as it creates an enormous amount of waste. It is more sustainable to spend a little more money on high-quality and timeless items of clothing. A high-quality item will last a long time and you will be able to wear it for years. Ultimately, you will also save money, as the cost per wear will be much lower for items that you really love and will last a long time than for poor quality fast fashion items.

 

 

7. support ethical and environmentally conscious fashion brands

Luckily, there are more and more eco-conscious fashion brands, making it easier to dress sustainably without compromising on style and design. It's always best to look out for and support ethical and environmentally conscious brands. By supporting these brands, you can help make sustainable fashion and eco-conscious business practices the norm.

 

8. get to know sustainable materials

The choice of materials plays a major role in a sustainable approach to fashion, as there are many materials that are massively harmful to the environment, either by themselves or through their production. However, it can be difficult to know which materials are truly sustainable. It's best to take some time to look into the topic and then you'll know what to look out for next time. We have some blog articles that can help you:

 

Here is a list of five sustainable materials that you can buy with a clear conscience

 

Here is a list of five environmentally harmful materials that you should avoid

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