HOW TO TELL IF YOU'RE AN ECO FASHION GIRLIE

Caring about the planet is more than just a fashion statement - it's a lifestyle. Your impact on the planet and the people who are involved in the proves of making and distributing your clothes all starts with your closet. Do your clothes match your ethics? Here is a checklist for the eco fashion girlie:

1. Being a serial outfit repeater: You love to rewear outfits. You believe your clothes have repeat value and are meant to be worn multiple times not just for a certain occasion. 

2. You prefer faux leather and fur as opposed to real: You always double check and your searches are full of terms like faux, vegan alternative, plant-based material. Every thread of your clothes has to be sustainably sourced.

3. You do a preliminary check on brands before buying: Greenwashing is real so you read online reviews. You vet your brands thoroughly and won't buy unless you've seen at least twenty people say positive things about the brand.

4. You repair old clothes instead of discarding: Rips, holes, missing buttons - other people see something to throw out while you see something to fix or even modify. You treat clothes tenderly and give them the TLC they deserve.

5. Your closet is made up of a select number of items: Quality always wins out over quantity. You would rather have the things you need than an excess of clothing you don't. 

6. You can style the same outfit a dozen ways: There are no limitations to any outfit in your closet. You can pair it with any combination of items and accessories or make it look like a completely different garment entirely.

7.  You dress for comfort not for trends: What feels good is more important than what looks good. Trends fade but you lead with your intrinsic sense of style.

If you checked any of these boxes, you're well on your way to becoming a more evolved fashionista. The "cool" factor isn't just about what your clothes look like, but the mindset that went into making every stitch and seam. And empathy is a good look on everyone.