We recently posted about the toxic chemicals found in Shein’s clothing— a new undercover investigation by UK broadcaster Channel 4 “found that workers receive a base salary of 4,000 yuan per month — roughly $556 — to make 500 pieces of clothing per day and that their first month’s pay is withheld from them; in another factory, workers received the equivalent of four cents per item. Workers in both factories were working up to 18-hour days and were given only one day off a month. In one factory, the outlet found women washing their hair during lunch breaks, and workers were penalized two-thirds of their daily wage if they made a mistake on a clothing item.”
1. Say "no" to fast fashion.
Howto spot fast fashion--
Fast fashionshopsusually carry hundreds to thousands of the latest trends and release new collections every couple of weeks at very low price points.
They also copy others brands' designs (this happens with our swimsuits often). Fashion bloggers refer to these as "dupes." That's just a nice way to say "stolen" Stop following fashion influencers that promote dupes and make you feel you need every new trend.
2. Vote with your dollars.
Shopwithethicalfashion brands that treat their workers with dignity and pay them fair wages. If you're not sure what their manufacturing practices are, ask.Ethicalfashion brands are transparent about where/howtheir products are made and many will share their behind the scenes processes like we do on our social media channels.
Keep in mind that "made in the USA" doesn't necessarily mean "ethicallymade" and many brands use the words "sustainable" and "ethical" simply for marketing purposes. Ask questions. Yes,ethicalfashion brands are more expensive-- that's because they aren't using sweatshops and slave labor (remember what prompted you to try toshopmoreethically).
3.Shopsecond hand.
Check out your local thrift stores and online platforms like Poshmark. The average American throws away 80 lbs of used clothing a year. Many people think thatshoppingat thrift stores perpetuates the fast fashion cycle while not lending support toethicalfashion brands. Nobody is perfect and not everyone can afford to just shopfromethicalbrands. Onlyshopwhen you need to-- instead of buying 4 trendy sweaters at a fast fashionstoreor thriftstore, save that money tobuy1 well-made sweater that will withstand time and trends. This way, you can slowly build a moreethicalwardrobe while supporting companies that uphold the dignity of their workers.
4. Stay in the know about upcoming ethical fashion sales.
Sign up for email newsletters and follow your favoriteethicalbrands on social media. The best way to know about our sales is via SMS-- too many of our customers miss out on sales because their newsletter ended up in spam. Make sure you're signed up, so you don't miss out.
“Fast fashion is cheap for you but remember, somebody else is paying the price.”~Jessica Rey
I wore this swimsuit on vacation and it looked so good against the blue water. I will send you the floating photo I did and it looks like a magazine because the color just pops! I actually wanted this swimsuit in an other print you had but it was sold out so I went with the yellow and I'm so glad I did.
I have this style swimsuit in two other colors and the fit is so good. It's like shapewear that sucks you in but not in an uncomfortable way because the fabric is so soft. Please keep making this swimsuit and I'll be a forever customer.
The way the color blocking is done on this swimsuit makes me look hourglass. I wanted a criss cross back, so I took a chance and undid the straps and sewed them back on criss cross and it's so perfect. I got the pink one too but left the straps as is. Love it.
I've never worn a swimsuit and gotten so many compliments in my life. Usually I opt for black swimsuits and I thought I'd go a little crazy by getting this black AND white swimsuit LOL. Maybe people are just surprised that I am not in all black, but everyone thinks it's so cute and I think it gives my body a great shape. Love the layers- compresses me in the right places.
I saw a girl wearing this swimsuit at the beach and had no shame in asking where she got it from. She was wearing the green one and I was so happy to see you. make it in my favorite color- pink! It is better made than any swimsuit I've ever owned- the fabric is top quality and I love the double straps that adjust.
