Recycle and Upcycle, what else?
/Hello careless readers, how are we doing?
It’s Sunday night and I must admit, I’m quite tired. It’s been a hell of a week and I could not be happier to be on my PJs right now. As I sip my cup of tea, I have started to think about what to wear this week (yup, I’m a big planner) and that made me wonder through my wardrobe.
As part of my new year resolutions, I’ve decided not only to get less clothes (less quantity and more quality is key) but also to re-use a lot more what I have. Don’t you feel you always end up wearing the same clothes despite having an entire wardrobe full of beautiful outfits?
It’s time to upcycle our game, and I speak for the both of us. If you pick up items that have been stuck in your closet for a long time and mix and match them, you’ll feel like you are wearing a brand new outfit. Not only that’s the cheapest way of getting yourself a new look, but also is free and good for the environment. Isn’t that amazing?
If you are feeling creative, you can actually get those unworn clothes and create a brand new piece. A bit of cutting here and a bit of sewing there and here you have a new piece. OK, that may require some crafty work and a sewing machine, but dreaming is believing! I’ve seen great creations coming this way. Repurposed clothing is the way to go guys.
I’ve become a great fun of second hand clothes. I’ve always been really, but recently I have found myself rummaging for good quality pieces on vintage shops and flea markets and I have managed to score a few good ones. One of my most recent gems was a red tartan tweed jacket. The details, the fabrics, the manufacturing (made in England!)… it screams quality out loud and yet it didn’t cost a fortune. Also the shirt I am wearing is second hand, a men’s GUESS shirt in perfect condition. Score!
By re-using clothes or buying recycled clothes, not only you’ll get a one of a kind piece for yourself, but you’ll also be super Planet Friendly. The clothes that otherwise would have been discarded are now getting a new use, isn’t it lovely?
TCB x
Photography by Roz Alcazar