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!
Photography by Rudi and Mum
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
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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.
ReplyDeleteApart 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
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
DeleteNice Post! sustainable wear
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