Diversity Archive: Sustainability
Sustainability
The environmental argument for secondhand fashion is only one part of the story. This archive follows the practical systems Diversity has used to keep clothing moving longer.
Keep garments in circulation
Consignment gives existing clothing another opportunity to be worn. Repair extends that cycle further. Swapping, thoughtful styling, and intentional purchasing challenge the assumption that a wardrobe must constantly be replaced.
Selected reading
Consignment Shops: The Pinnacle of Sustainable Clothing Recycling
The Fashion Industry is in Crisis: Here's What You Can Do
Secondhand 101: How Thrifting Builds a Stronger, Greener Community