Vintage Fashion
The Actual Clothes Worn on “Love Island” Are Up For Grabs in an eBay Auction
“Love Island” super fans, we’re going to let you in on a little secret: you can get your hands on the exact outfits that the Islanders have worn throughout the series. And it’s all for a good cause. Around 200 million tonnes of clothes end up in landfill every single year in the UK. So, in a bid to beat the fast fashion crisis, “Love Island” committed to dressing its presenter and contestants exclusively in secondhand clothing from eBay. And now, after being worn on screen in Mallorca, some of these preloved items are being resold in a public auction on the show’s sponsor’s site. So, whether you’ve had your head turned by Ekin-Su’s Rat & Boa dress or Indiyah’s gold House of CB dress, you better act fast. Launching at 8pm...
“Love Island” Host Laura Whitmore’s Clothes Are Up For Grabs in an eBay Auction
“Love Island” super fans, we’re going to let you in on a little secret: you can get your hands on the exact outfits that host Laura Whitmore has worn throughout the series. And it’s all for a good cause. Around 200 million tonnes of clothes end up in landfill every single year in the UK. So, in a bid to beat the fast fashion crisis, “Love Island” committed to dressing its presenter and contestants exclusively in secondhand clothing from eBay. And now, after being worn on screen in Mallorca, some of these preloved items are being resold in a public auction on the show’s sponsor’s site. So, whether you’ve had your head turned by Whitmore’s denim jumpsuit or have got your eye on one of her vintage floral dresses, you better act fast....
The Actual “Love Island” Clothes Are Up For Grabs in an eBay Auction
“Love Island” super fans, we’re going to let you in on a little secret: you can get your hands on the exact outfits the Islanders have worn throughout the series. And it’s all for a good cause. Around 200 million tonnes of clothes end up in landfill every single year in the UK. So, in a bid to beat the fast fashion crisis, “Love Island” committed to dressing its contestants exclusively in secondhand clothing from eBay. And now, after being worn in the Mallorcan villa, some of these preloved items are being resold in a public auction on the show’s sponsor’s site. So, whether you’ve had your head turned by Ekin-Su’s Hervé Leger bodycon dress, or have dreamt of coupling up with Gemma’s gold sequin House of CB number, you better...
How to Master the Art of Buying Clothes on Depop, and Yes, It’s an Art
People always seem surprised when I tell them that almost 50 percent of my wardrobe comes from Depop, but it’s honestly the truth. I joined the app seven years ago, around the time that I was getting ready for my year 11 prom. I bought a red dress from Depop for £14, had it tailored, and the rest is history. Since then, my Depop finds have gotten more and more impressive, and I find myself using the app to shop more than I use any other ecommerce site. Over the years, I’ve bought a Gucci notebook, Vetements shirt, Saint Laurent slides, and a brand new Fiorucci T-shirt from the app that, altogether, retail at well over £2,000. I, however, spent a fraction of that price and now continue to use Depop as my go-to for finding affordable designer items. As a seasoned shopper, I must ...
5 Ways to Make Your Wardrobe More Sustainable and Ethical (but Still Fashion Forward) in 2021
We’re all familiar with New Year’s resolutions like working out more or drinking less; but in 2021, it may be time to consider a sartorial goal of shopping more ethically when it comes to fashion. In the UK, 30-percent of the clothing in our wardrobes are never worn, according to a report by Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP). In addition to that, the coronavirus pandemic hit fast fashion’s supply chain at its most vulnerable point in 2020, exposing how little garment workers are being paid, and how much they are being exploited by brands that are raking in millions. Add that to the fact that the fashion industry contributes to 10-percent of humanity’s carbon emissions and is the second biggest drain on the world’s water supply — it makes you realise ...
The 15 Coolest Online Vintage Stores That Make Shopping Sustainably a Total Breeze
“Thanks, it’s vintage.” Haven’t you always wanted to say that? Vintage shopping has always had a certain je ne sais quoi about it; the promise of unique, beautifully crafted pieces from bygone eras and access to some seriously glamorous wardrobes. And it’s no coincidence that with so many people striving to shop more sustainably in 2021, the vintage market is on the rise. Not only is shopping for vintage clothing better for our environment, but it’s also an opportunity to create the ultimate capsule wardrobe with one-of-a-kind statement pieces. We get it, though. Learning how to step out of the high-street comfort zone can be intimidating, and shopping resale or vintage can be overwhelming, unfamiliar, and dare we say a bit daunting. To help you get star...
How to Turn Your Side Hustle Into a Start-Up With By Rotation Founder Eshita Kabra-Davies
By Rotation is the largest peer-to-peer fashion rental app on the market, thanks to its enterprising founder Eshita Kabra-Davies. While working as a 20-something in finance, she had a brilliant idea — to make designer pieces accessible at fast fashion prices and build a company that would be the Airbnb of fashion rental. With a lightbulb moment and a year of tireless hard work, By Rotation is leading the rental revolution in the UK — here’s how Eshita’s making it happen. How By Rotation Works: Lenders can set up a profile, photograph their own pieces, and have full flexibility on pricing, rental periods, and discounts. Once the transaction between lender and renter is complete, lenders are paid within 5-7 business days — making an average of 10% of the retail price for their pi...
