Real Talk, Trends
Words by Olivia Dykes (she/her) and Gabrielle Reyes (she/her)
This week on the Salient Podcasts page, Liv & Gabi from FOR REAL? Podcast chat to us about the famous foe of the 2000s. It’s fast fashion, a topic they discussed on their “Real talk, trends” episode.
Fast Fashion. The most uncool trend this season. Here at FOR REAL?, we’re the first to say that we’ve done our fair share of dabbling in the fast fashion industry. If we’re keeping it 100% real, we still do it.
That’s not to say we aren’t trying to do better! In our “Real talk, trends” episode, we touch on how we’re trying our best to steer away from buying into the fast fashion industry and to become more responsible consumers. Here are a few of our top tips to jumping on the SLOW fashion trend.
Get on the thrifting bandwagon. Head into a thrift store or op-shop, either online or in-person, with an open mind and a clear idea of what you want. We guarantee you’ll leave with some gems. Paperbag Princess on Cuba is the FOR REAL? fav.
Buy ‘investment’ pieces you know you’ll have for a long time. Build that capsule wardrobe baby! If you do feel the absolute need to purchase items from stores and brands that you know aren’t super ethical or sustainable, make it worth it. Try your best to buy things that may be slightly more harmful on your bank account, but will last a while in your wardrobe.
Steer clear from micro trends. Unless you absolutely froth that blue Glassons corset you saw @SophaDophaa wearing, and reckon you’ll wear it more than once, maybe refrain from making the purchase. It’s not worth it, babe.
At the end of the day, keep it real! We’re all uni students with very little disposable income and a constant need for convenience. Before you hop on the trend or pay for express shipping, sleep on it! Be more aware of the ethics and sustainability, of buying from brands that support fast fashion. Save yourself from buying into a micro-trend you might regret.
If you feel like hearing us have a yarn about these sorts of things, make sure to find FOR REAL? on Spotify, and chuck us a follow on Instagram @forrealthepodcast.
Lots of love,
Liv & Gabi xox