This week the Latest Sale team reports from the Business Directory and uncovers the delights of vintage fashion and the circular economy. Style is a statement of conscious choices in the world of timeless elegance where fashion styles are regenerated through vintage shopping.
The constant quest for innovation in the 21st century has led to an astounding quantity of garment waste and environmental harm. Vintage shopping is an eco-conscious and conscientious approach to acquiring desirable fashion items whilst being at one with the environment. Vintage lovers advance the circular economy by recycling and reusing pre-owned garments, with some fashion businesses also recognising the benefits of this practice alongside individual preferences.
Vintage collections are included in the offerings of fashion outlets including Rellik in West London and 1st Dibs. Similarly, celebrities including Kate Moss, Rihanna and Alexa Chung have been spotted wearing vintage clothing to red carpet events and regular outings. Vintage shopping, therefore, is not only an escape from the throwaway culture of fast fashion but also a way to actively contribute to sustainable practices.