A style blog based on a fifty-something Baby Boomer doing her best to age gracefully.
In today’s post, I’m wearing recycled materials to share my commitment to reducing my carbon footprint.
You may recall that, late last year, I vowed to move away from fast fashion and seek out companies committed to sustainability. I’m intentionally withdrawing from fast fashion but focusing on manufacturers specializing in old-fashioned craftsmanship and sourcing more responsibly.
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Last year’s Coronavirus health pandemic pause caused me to examine how much I need to own. I’m examining myself by asking the specific question: are you helping to reduce fashion’s carbon footprint? I’ll answer the question first. When I started blogging in 2013, I knew I would catapult myself into purchasing so much fast fashion.
Who knew carrying a fishing basket could be so chic? The answer is Jane Birkin, the British actress and singer. You know the mademoiselle of the ’70s with that certain je nais sais quoi. Her last name inspired the eponymous Hermès Birken. I get it, Jane. It makes sense to tote a functional bag to carry many necessities. It is […]
Are our chic and sustainable mutually exclusive? Recently, award-winning designer Laura Tanzer emailed me to see if I was interested in selecting one item to share on my blog. Laura is known for her modern and sustainable fashions. This blogger’s dream is to experience custom eco-friendly clothing. How did the environmental movement evolve to include sustainable fashion? […]