Tuesday 6 August 2019

The Sustainable Way to Dress for an Occasion

 I haven't been to a formal occasion since I went to a wedding a couple of years ago, and there aren't currently any on the horizon, but I thought it would be fun to dress up anyway! And while feeling incredibly extra, hopefully prove that you don't necessarily have to go and buy something brand new (and expensive) next time an invite or event pops up.
 The Charity Barnardo's came out with the statistic that people in the UK buy nearly ten million single use wedding guest outfits every year, with each outfit averaging at £79.76. Buying new (and never wearing again) is not only more expensive, but it's wasteful and the environmental and social effects are hugely damaging.
 I know it's not always an option (and you do you of course) but buying vintage or second hand, borrowing from a friend, or wearing something you already own is a great way to reduce waste and not turn up to the wedding, graduation, 80th Birthday party in the same outfit as someone else!






Dress - Next (Sue Ryder Charity shop)
Bag - Unbranded (Sue Ryder Charity shop)
Shoes - Paco Herrero (Mercy in Action Charity shop)
Necklace - Ebay
Ring - independent shop in St.Ives (called Kudos - worth a visit!)





Dress - Vintage
Shoes - as before
Jewelry - as before 




Dress - Kate Moss for Topshop (Depop)
Shoes - Hobbs (Sure Ryder Charity shop)
Bag - as before
Jewelry - as before

Photography by Rudi and Mum

3 comments

  1. I've done the buying a dress for an event and never wearing it again Georgie and it's a terrible waste of money and contributing to the waste the fashion industry causes.
    Apart from every so often (That occasion thing especially ) I've always bought second hand for several reasons 1 usually skint, 2 I like worn things, 3 I love love love vintage, 4 it's one of my great joys to go on the hunt at a car boot. Glad you've joined the ranks Georgie and you look stunning what ever you wear xxx

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    1. Only just seen this Jenny! thank you for commenting - it means a lot! We are a thrifty family, we love a good quality bargain that we can love for years and pass on to someone else when the time comes! xxx

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