the tortoise & the hare28 Aug 2019

Emily Stochl on the planet-saving power of shopping second-hand

You may know by now that the fashion industry is one of the leading planet polluters, and you also may know that fast fashion (cheap, poorly made fashion that's created for very short-term wear) is a huge part of the problem.

One of the best solutions is to start buying second-hand clothes, but if you're a little clueless about how to start thrifting or if you feel intimidated every time you step in to a vintage store, this episode is for you.

Brooke chats with Emily Stochl, a passionate thrift shopper who has the best advice on how to get started, how to make sure your bargain is money well spent and why it's important to take it slow when thrifting.

Emily also talks about the rise of 'eco fashion' on the high street and why we need to be cautious of greenwashing in the fashion industry, and shares why second-hand shopping is one of the most effective, fun, self-expressive ways to lower our personal carbon footprint.

Questions featured in this episode:

What's your primary motivation for thrifting? Is it environmental, the thrill of the hunt, finding things no-one else wears?
What's the first step to begin our second-hand shopping journey?
How can a devoted shopper begin to slow their fashion habit?
What do we need to be aware of when donating our unwanted clothes?
What are your thoughts on the rise of eco fashion in the high street?

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