Chic, Smart, and Trendy
According to the UN, the fashion industry is responsible for more global emissions than aviation and shipping combined. In NYC, 6% of residential waste is clothing, shoes, and textiles. How we shop and care for our clothing has a huge impact on the environment and building an earth-friendly wardrobe is more than fashionable. You can save money in the long-run by choosing quality over quantity. Choose natural fibers instead of synthetics which are made from petroleum. Above all, keep the clothing you already own out of landfills. Swap with friends. Donate, trade, or sell clothes to organizations like Dress for Success https://newyork.dressforsuccess.org/; Crossroads Trading https://crossroadstrading.com/; Buffalo Exchange https://buffaloexchange.com/; or Beacons Closet https://beaconscloset.com/. Wearable collections https://www.wearablecollections.com/ will accept and deal with clothes in ANY condition.
Now that is good fashion sense.
“It is our humble conviction that the divine and the human meet in the slightest detail in the seamless garment of God’s creation.” Pope Francis (LS9)
Expect to hear more from us about the fashion industry and the climate crisis. For more information about the Laudato Si Circle here at St. Francis email [email protected]
For more information about the Laudato Si Circle here at St. Francis or to share your own tip of the week, email [email protected]