Back in my day, thrifting consisted of hours spent combing the local Goodwill for clothing that was maybe fashionable and definitely cheap. Nowadays, I wouldn’t say I’m a *total* thrifting afficionado (the hobby has completely transformed in today’s atmosphere with secondhand and vintage goods considered elite in Gen Z circles), but I know enough about thrift stores in Los Angeles to help anyone jumpstart their journey locally. While it’s totally possible for fashion girlies to make a living ... Read More
6 Beautiful Sustainable Alternatives to Zara
For those that love a sleek, sophisticated aesthetic, it’s natural to gravitate towards brands like Zara because it feels like an affordable luxury brand. However, like most fast fashion companies, Zara is riddled with accusations of questionable working conditions, low wages, and environmentally harmful supply-chain practices, earning them their “not good enough” rating from good on you. And while thrifting and upcycling is a viable option for some, not every person’s every wardrobe problem ... Read More
From Candy to Costumes, These Are The Easiest Eco Friendly Halloween Swaps
As much as I love hot girl summer, nothing gets me quite as hyped as spooky season… I think it’s something about the joy it sparks for my inner child? I loved trick-or-treating as a kid because of all the candy I brought home, and Hocus Pocus just hits different this time of year. (As an adult, I obviously buy my own candy, but girl math means that getting it half-off after the holiday basically makes it *free.*) Now chances are, unless you have something against Halloween, you like to dress ... Read More
5 Fast Fashion Brands To Avoid — And Why To Make The Switch
I get the allure of fast fashion. With rent, groceries, gas, and living getting more and more expensive, it’s a great dopamine hit to score a whole new wardrobe for under $100. (Look cute, feel cute, right?) But it demonstrates an incredible amount of privilege that we can enjoy these prices while ignoring the nasty (a.k.a. sweatshop) elephant in the room. Most people don’t actively research why these brands are bad—what they’re doing and how that’s actually affecting consumers as a whole. ... Read More
10 Everyday Companies Making it Easier to Reduce Waste
Has anyone else ever stood in their home, three different plastic wrappers deep into something they just bought, baffled by how wasteful it all seems? Like, I get that individual packaging for convenience is a “thing,” but all that single-use plastic is creating 350 million metric tons (!) of waste annually. We have to find ways to reduce waste. (And I know the “zero-waste jar” was a cutesy way to visualize your trash as you reduce single-use consumption, but the trend is kind of dead—and ... Read More
4 Simple Ways To Celebrate Plastic Free July
If you’re reading this blog chances are you’re starting, or are well into, your sustainable lifestyle journey. You’ve probably swapped out plastic bottles for a cute stainless steel emotional-support water bottle, or invested in a 6-pack of reusable straws (because, save the sea turtles!). But if the shine of going green has started to fade, let me help you stay motivated by introducing you to Plastic Free July. What is Plastic Free July? Plastic Free July is a charity dedicated to ... Read More
