How to buy clothes without ruining the planet

How to buy clothes without ruining the planet

You’re probably buying clothes too often. Changing how you shop can make a difference. December 6, 2022 at 6:30 a.m. EST (Video: Washington Post illustration; Carolyn Van Houten/The Washington Post; iStock) Comment on this story Comment Faced with the staggering amount of emissions and resources typically associated with clothing, you might think the key to…

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Can fashion subscriptions change the way we shop for clothes?

Can fashion subscriptions change the way we shop for clothes?

Toilet paper, television, magazines, supermarket delivery, and even undies. There are few everyday essentials that haven’t been touched by the subscription wand in the past few years. When it comes to fashion, membership-based services are also increasing. Subscriptions to underwear (Peggy and Finn, Hello Peachie, Knobby) and clothing (Threadicated, Stitch Fix) have been around for…

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How to Save Money on Clothes Shopping

How to Save Money on Clothes Shopping

For a lot of people, regardless of whether they are men, women, or anyone in between, shopping for clothes is a rather fun experience. Going to the mall, trying on clothes, having fun with your friends, there is a lot to enjoy with clothes shopping. What isn’t fun, however, is the cost you ultimately pay…

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Why Charli XCX Is Selling Her Clothes on Depop

Why Charli XCX Is Selling Her Clothes on Depop

Her Depop e-store, found at @itsCharliXCXbaby, will include shoppable pieces worn in her recent “Used to Know Me” music video, including her pink cheerleader outfit and a glitzy Mugler bodysuit. “I was really sad to let it go,” Charli says of the custom Mugler. “But someone else is going to bring it to life again…

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The challenge of buying clothes beyond size 14

The challenge of buying clothes beyond size 14

Christie, 32, who struggled with an eating disorder for most of her 20s, wears a size 26, putting her in the plus-size category. There are a number of brands, including home-grown Australian businesses, catering to plus-size, but overall there is more limited choice, and it is less accessible with most clothing sold exclusively online and…

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