How to Dress More Sustainably

Five IDEAS & ALTERNATIVES TO BUYING NEW CLOTHES this season

1. Organize a SWAP with friends. Make it a party. Everybody can bring a few pieces and then have fun trying things on.

2. RENT a dress or fancy item for a big occasion. Several online platforms offer affordable rentals for things you might not wear more than once.

3. Shop for SECOND-HAND or vintage items. It is fun to find the perfect pair of worn-in jeans or give a new life to a flowy top, but the hidden benefit is that it saves usable clothing from going to the landfill. And that’s triple sustainable.

4. REPAIR one of your favorite garments. You can patch holes or hem pants or customize your clothing. Just search YouTube for a good tutorial or idea, and go for it!

5. DIY OR MAKE something yourself. Many trade schools and community centers offer sewing classes. Start with something simple, but once you know how to sew the sky’s the limit.