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How to Build a Minimalist Capsule Wardrobe
Minimalism isn’t about limitations… It is refinement. The point of creating a minimalist capsule wardrobe shouldn’t feel like you are limiting your options. It’s so that you can wake up every morning and always have something to wear. Spend less time on your clothes and more time to focus on other more important things. SO, how many items are in a capsule wardrobe exactly? There isn’t a definite number. It’s what works for you! Just be rational about the choices you make. *And don’t exaggerate – a 100-piece wardrobe is not the goal.* A minimalist capsule wardrobe doesn’t have to be difficult. Therefore, here is a list to help you…
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Top 16 Charity Thrift Store Shopping Tips
If you just started this “sustainability journey” and are looking at different shopping alternatives, the thrift store, also know as a charity shop, is definitely a great budget-friendly option. If you are an expert thrift shopper, share in the comments below some of your tips! What is a Thrift Store? According to Merriam-Webster, it is a “shop that sells secondhand articles and especially clothes, and is often run for charitable purposes.” Don’t mistake this with vintage. Thrifted and vintage are often used interchangeably, but they are not synonymous. Vintage is used to describe pieces that have a certain style representative of a past time or era. Something thrifted can be vintage,…
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8 Easy Sustainable Alternatives to Single-Use Plastics
Our modern lives cannot nearly be the way it is without plastic. But it’s creating a bigger environmental problem behind the scenes, which in the long-run, may just outweigh its supposed benefits. Given the noticeable changes in our ecosystem, there is no excuse not to examine our own daily habits and cut our plastic usage wherever possible. This can be cutting out single-use plastics, which are thrown away after one use. There are many simple, worthwhile, sustainable alternatives to these everyday plastic items. They are also good for both your wallet and the environment! 1. Sustainable Alternative to Plastic Bags: Reusable Tote Bags I carry these reusable totes in my…