Sustain This!

Alyssa Beltempo, Signe Hansen & Christina Mychas
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Sustain This! Podcast

Welcome to Sustain This! A slow fashion podcast  that's about so much more than clothes. Join us every Tuesday as your hosts Alyssa, Christina and Signe chat all things mindful consumption, personal style and the quest for building a more intentional life...and wardrobe! Alyssa Beltempo is a sustainable stylist, Christina Mychas, a shopaholic turned minimalist-ish, and Signe Hansen is a colour consultant and slow fashion style coach. Together we will unpack the nuances of what it really means be a conscious consumer & find more joy in what we have right now. Let's go!

  1. 17 SEPT

    Are luxury brands ripping us off?

    In this chat, we dive into a recent scandal with Christian Dior and their production practices. We’re looking at the gap between the cost of making Dior handbags and their sky-high prices. We also touch on transparency issues in the luxury industry and whether high prices actually mean higher quality.We share our thoughts on why we buy luxury items and the need to question their value and quality. We’re frustrated with brands that charge a lot but deliver little, especially when we expect top...

    29 min

  2. 10 SEPT

    Why You Need To "Choose Hard" for Good Style & Shopping Habits

    Today, we are exploring the idea of "choosing hard" for better style habits. We compare cheap dopamine—like the quick pleasure from shopping and social media—with expensive dopamine, which comes from more effortful sources. We emphasize the value of shopping our own closets, tackling problem pieces, and putting effort into outfit creation. We also discuss the benefits of a dopamine detox to reset our pleasure levels. Our tips focus on practicing moderation and making thoughtful style choices....

    30 min

  3. 3 SEPT

    Try this NEW way to pack that you've never heard of: the 3 day packing method

    In this conversation about travel fashion, we explore the three-day packing method: essentials for day one, everyday wear for day two, and travel items for day three. It’s a flexible and efficient way to pack, and it works for weekly outfit planning too. We also explore some other methods, like the five-four-three-two-one approach, and discuss how engaging regularly with our wardrobes can help. We also chat about our packing experiences, the benefits of pre-planning outfits, and the value of ...

    33 min

  4. 20 AUG

    Ask us anything! Renting vs buying clothes, how we see trends, tattoos & who inspires us

    In today's episode, we answer some of your questions! We get into some personal stuff like how we met, tattoos, and of course - some slow fashion goodness as well. We will be posting an intimate Ask Us Anything monthly in our online community over on Patreon - it's the best way to get in touch and meet like-minded people who love to live and shop slow!Find it below:https://www.patreon.com/SustainThisPodcast00:00Introduction and Patreon Shoutout07:28Exploring Circular Fashion Practices15:...

    37 min

  5. 13 AUG

    How underconsumption can teach us all to be happier with less

    In today’s episode, we dive into the trending hashtag #UnderConsumptionCore and its impact across social media. We discuss its TikTok origins and how it aligns with minimalism. We also emphasize the need for nuance and caution against it becoming just another fleeting trend. Our conversation covers how guilt and shame can influence sustainable change and the limitations of short-form platforms like TikTok for deep reflection. We also explore the risk of turning under-consumption into a compet...

    33 min

  6. 6 AUG

    How To Dress for The Office Without Sacrificing Your Personal Style ft corporate style expert, Eunice Soile

    In this episode, Eunice, a corporate stylist and personal shopper, shares her journey from fashion blogger to certified personal stylist, revealing insights into helping corporate women express themselves with timeless, versatile, and high-quality wardrobe pieces. Eunice offers practical tips for incorporating color and personal style, overcoming judgment, and building confidence. She addresses common client struggles like limited time and finding suitable work attire, discusses evolving corp...

    58 min

  7. 30 JUL

    How to build unapologetic confidence at any age, starting over at 37 & living child-free by choice ft Dominique Baker

    Dominique Baker shares her journey from a government job to becoming a successful content creator, emphasizing the importance of self-confidence, gratitude, and taking ownership of one's passions. She discusses the challenges of burnout and the need for rest and coping mechanisms. Her story inspires resilience and the pursuit of personal growth. The conversation covers a range of topics including self-care, personal style, dealing with online hate, and the impact of therapy. Dominique also sh...

    42 min

  8. 23 JUL

    Are we in a slow fashion recession? The downfall of the slow fashion brand & how they are being set up to fail.

    In this episode, we talk about why slow fashion brands struggle and often close down. Consumers usually go for price over sustainability, which makes it hard for ethical brands to compete with fast fashion. We discuss how advertising and social media drive our constant need for new clothes, and the allure of 'cheap dopamine'—a quick thrill that's addictive but unsustainable. We delve into how our personal mindset and actions are crucial to support slow fashion — it's about buying consciously,...

    34 min
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Welcome to Sustain This! A slow fashion podcast  that's about so much more than clothes. Join us every Tuesday as your hosts Alyssa, Christina and Signe chat all things mindful consumption, personal style and the quest for building a more intentional life...and wardrobe! Alyssa Beltempo is a sustainable stylist, Christina Mychas, a shopaholic turned minimalist-ish, and Signe Hansen is a colour consultant and slow fashion style coach. Together we will unpack the nuances of what it really means be a conscious consumer & find more joy in what we have right now. Let's go!

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  • Creator
    Alyssa Beltempo, Signe Hansen & Christina Mychas
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    68
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Sustain This!
  • Show Website
    Sustain This!

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