How to be More Sustainable When Buying Clothes

Shopping second hand

Charity shops are a quick and sufficient way to stop your old clothes from becoming just another piece contributing to the ever-growing issue of landfills.

There are various charity shops within Glasgow City Centre, including the British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK. Charity shops can allow you to clear some space in your wardrobe for more sustainable clothes and, at the same time, help those most in need. When shopping second-hand, you can also save a lot of money! You can get goods up to 50% cheaper than their original price.

Shopping second-hand doesn't always need to be in charity shops. You can also try thrift shopping. There are so many great thrift shops in Glasgow, most of which are situated in the West End. The most popular second-hand shops in Glasgow are 'Retro' and 'The Vintage Store'. Thrifting can be a fun hobby! You can find items that are decades old and add some unique and funky new pieces to your wardrobe. While it is fun, you can also feel good about your new purchases as you shop more sustainably!

Shop from sustainable and ethical fashion brands

Paying attention to where you are shopping is a great way to ensure your clothing purchases are not harming the environment. Not only will this help promote fair working practices for people worldwide, but it will also ensure your carbon footprint is low.

To fight fast fashion, we as consumers must be picky about what we wear and who we purchase from. Fashion retailers have made us believe we need the newest clothing and styles, usually crafted with cheap materials that do not hold up! It is important to buy quality staple items that have the durability to last for years to come. Ensure you investigate where you are buying from and their history in sustainability. One example of a sustainable store in Glasgow is 'Rudan Glasgow'.

According to Wear-next.com, H&M have spent £ 4 million to become more sustainable and eco-conscious by working with influencers and celebrities. Yet they are still ranked as the second brand worldwide that contributes most to fast fashion. When trying to shop more sustainably, it is important to investigate the brand's history, whether they are contributors to fast fashion, and how they are creating fashion in the present day.