In 2022 the “quiet luxury”* aesthetic began to appear in social media feeds, gaining momentum through 2023 and still going strong in 2024. And while I think this trend will continue for a while still, I think we’re about to see a shift away from mass commoditisation and towards the luxury of tailored craftsmanship. Three … Continue reading
In October 2018 I decided to quit fast fashion. That year I placed 12 orders on ASOS, and in 2019 I placed just two: one order to try something on, the other to use up my vouchers. And I’m not even going there with my regular trips to Zara, Mango, Topshop, H&M, & Other Stories, … Continue reading
If like me you love your morning (and mid-morning, and mid-afternoon) coffee you’ll likely have noticed the increase in cafes offering single-use compostable cups for takeaway. And if you’re like me you thought: “This is awesome! Finally a guilt-free way to enjoy coffee on the go when I forget my re-usable cup!” But wait right … Continue reading
Apparently flute sleeves and cold shoulders are out, peasant tops and tiered skirts are in. And as much as I like trends, I like this top more. So I’m going to keep wearing it. This fast fashion top from 2017 is not something I’d buy again for so many reasons (blended fibres so can’t be … Continue reading
Another day, another old outfit. This dress is from Topshop 2017, which is a brand I stopped shopping with because of the sexual assault and racist accusations made against Philip Green. Vote with your wallet, right? And while I put this dress away for a while, I’ve come to the conclusion that I’ve already got … Continue reading
Last summer, for the first time in my adult life, I bought no new clothing or accessories for a weeklong holiday in Spain. In the past, shopping for my holiday was almost as fun as being on the holiday. This meant new clothes, new accessories and new shoes. And I’m not alone here: in the … Continue reading
Water is our most valuable resource, and water scarcity already affects every continent. (UN Water) In 2017 South Africa experienced a water crisis so severe the government announced “day zero” was coming – the day the water levels would be so low that the taps would be turned off. Today England is facing water shortage … Continue reading
You know this wild weather we’ve all been experiencing? You wouldn’t be wrong for thinking it wasn’t always this way. Continue reading
This dress was my grandmother’s, from the late 1960s/early 1970s, and even though I don’t wear it often it’s one of my favourites. She’s no longer with us and I love that I own something that was once hers. Simply seeing it in my wardrobe makes my heart sing. Continue reading
Wearing the clothes we already own, and washing them less frequently, is the best thing we can do for the environment when it comes to garments. And it’s also totally free, so we can all do this from time to time! Continue reading
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