Sustain This‪!‬ Alyssa Beltempo, Signe Hansen & Christina Mychas

Why do our clothes suck these days? We have some ideas. But all is not lost! There are ways to find and choose good quality clothing no matter your shopping budget. In today’s episode, we share what we focus on when shopping for good quality clothes. We chat about fabric choice, garment construction, details, certifications and longevity. Since we can’t get enough of the topic, we also touch on what “timeless” means, and the value in re-wearing and caring for our clothes to extend their life....

What do labour rights have to do with secondhand fashion? It turns out, a lot. In today’s episode, we talk to Emily Stochl, host of the Pre-Loved Podcast on labour rights activism and how it informs the secondhand market and our secondhand shopping consumption habits. One of our favourite takeaways from this episode is Emily’s encouragement to see ourselves as citizens rather than just consumers to advocate for systemic change. We discuss topics like a living wage, unlearning our traditional ...

What does contrast dressing mean? Is it the same thing as adding balance or tension to an outfit? Don’t worry, friends - we gotchu. In today’s episode, we de-mystify contrast dressing, the interchangeable terms behind it, and how it can be a key tool to building interesting outfits without buying more clothes. Chapters:00:00 Exploring Contrast Dressing in Outfit Creation03:23 The Interchangeability of Tension, Balance, and Contrast07:19 Personal Approaches to Creating Contrast in Outfits11:39...

Is there a silver bullet to finding your personal style? We don’t think so. But there is one style tip that will help you find your personal style if you’re struggling. Today’s conversation covers the importance of finding your sense of self and your identity, and the important role clothes play in expressing your authentic self - without being a slave to your closet. INSTAGRAM POST MENTIONED: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C687JAZt5Dj/?igsh=MTdjajA0bmozeHV3eA== Chapters00:00 Explor...

Has social media ruined personal style? This was a tough one to answer - and our discussion may surprise you! Today’s conversation was sparked from an article in GQ magazine. We share our take and talk about the influence of Instagram and Tik Tok on trends, click to buy behaviour, and the constant pressure to consume and shop. We dig into the importance of experimentation, self-trust, and a strong sense of personal style. ARTICLE LINK: https://www.gq.com/story/chris-black-how-instagram-r...

Is good style discovered through our daily habits? We think so. In today’s episode, we share all the tips to level up your style without shopping. Slow fashion and sustainable fashion is a mindset, and simple habits like mending, correctly storing, seeking regular inspiration, and playing dress up all inform our fashion consumption habits. Chapters00:00 Introduction: The Relationship Between Habits and Personal Style06:47 Habit 3: Pause Between Purchases and Integrate New Items15:33 Habi...