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6 outfits worn by Audrey Hope in Gossip Girl

How To Re-create The ‘Gossip Girl’ Reboot Outfits Sustainably – Part 1

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Gossip Girl defined an entire generation and had a big influence on the fashion of the 2010s. What the characters wore played a huge role in the teen drama, and Blair Waldorf and Serena van der Woodsen are still seen as true fashion icons. 3 years ago, it was announced the hit series would be coming back with a new cast. Both the original and the reboot, have the same costume designer, which can only result in new iconic and influential fashion to inspire the new generation. Do you want to recreate their most iconic looks so far, without having a big impact on the earth? Continue reading to see some similar pieces from sustainable brands, so you can start dressing like an Upper East Sider…
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10 Sustainable Brands That Offer Plus Sizes

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I have to be honest, I never looked into plus size fashion, so I didn’t know how difficult it actually is to find it. I went into this thinking I would just quickly list a few brands who have some nice options for curvy and plus-size women. Turns out, I didn’t have much to choose from. Most sustainable brands stop at size XL, so I can imagine why this would hold you back from shopping sustainably if you have a size bigger. But, the brands that do offer bigger sizes aren’t any less stylish. In this post, you will find 10 sustainable brands who offer sizes above XL…

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What is OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100?

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OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 is one of the six standards offered by the OEKO-TEX® Association. The association, which consists of 18 research and test institutes in Europe and Japan, developed universal standards to help companies understand the standards their factories meet. But, what exactly does it mean when you see a brand use STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®?…

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Sustainable alternatives to Billie Eilish’s ‘Lost Cause’ neutral loungewear

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Billie Eilish was always known for her oversized, baggy and multicoloured outfits. But: new album, new style. The “Happier Than Ever” album cover perfectly represents the new era of Billie Eilish: soft monochrome neutrals. Earlier this year, she released a music video for her fourth single “Lost Cause” and it gives major slumber party vibes. She and her girlfriends wear coordinated neutral and monochromatic loungewear, like an oversized beige T-shirt with cream bike shorts. Lucky for us, this style is much easier to recreate than her previous one…

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REDUCE & REUSE: Swap Your Dress

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Bored out of your wardrobe? Can’t see your summer dress any more? Swap dresses with your friend! I was over my bright yellow 100% cotton dress and just swapped it with my friend N during our holiday in Livorno, Italy for a pink knitted dress. By doing this, we are both extending the life-span of our dresses…

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What is The GOTS Certification?

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Some brands you can find on this website use ‘GOTS certified’ materials. When something is certified, it often already sounds very sustainable, but what does it really mean when something is GOTS certified? This post will give a brief explanation on the origin, meaning and how to recognize a GOTS product…

SISSEL EDELBO Review

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SISSEL EDELBO is a Danish brand who repurpose Indian sari’s. Using upcycled materials is one of the most sustainable material choices you can make. When someone is done wearing a garment, it often ends up in landfill or it gets burned. Brands like this are therefore needed to give garments a second life and extend their lifecycles as much as possible. I bought two items from them a while ago. In this review, I’m going to give my thoughts and touch on the brand’s sustainability practices….

Ariana Grande wearing a purple/brown long satin skirt with a matching crop top during one of her performances

Recreate Ariana Grande’s Outfit Sustainably

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It’s easy to get inspired by outfits we see On TV, social media or on celebrities. Unfortunately, sustainability isn’t the norm yet, so buying the exact outfit isn’t always the best decision if you want to build a conscious wardrobe. Good news is, you don’t have to choose between sustainability or style. You can have both. You can recreate outfits with sustainable items. Today, we’re looking at an outfit worn by Ariana Grande. Some ethical alternatives for the outfit have been gathered in this post. These are not exact dupes (because that would be plagiarism) but wearing these items together will give the same vibe.

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What is a Code of Conduct in the fashion industry?

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A term you will often see on this website is Code of Conduct. This post will give a quick explanation so you don’t have to open a new tab to look up the term.

According to Oxford Reference the official definition of Code of Conduct is:…

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Why “Vegan Leather” is often Greenwashing

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Veganism started off as a diet in which any products of animal origin are excluded. Nowadays, the term is much bigger, and it has rather become a lifestyle that involves not using and consuming anything of animal origin. This means, not only a diet but also the clothing you wear. No more leather, wool, silk, fur and down. You can have different reasons and motivations to go vegan. The three main reasons are: animal cruelty, health and environment. If you’re vegan for the animals or the environment, you probably get very excited when finding brands who sell “vegan leather” items…