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The Big Story
Buy new clothes?! In This Economy?!
Jun 15, 2024
Kelly Drennan, Founder of Fashion Takes Action, discusses the environmental and social impact of clothing production, challenges in the fashion industry, and the importance of sustainable practices. The podcast explores mindful clothing consumption, promotes sustainability, and offers advice on affording sustainable clothing.
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- Consumers struggle with finding affordable yet sustainable clothing options amid disappearing middle-class stores.
- Fashion industry's reliance on fast fashion leads to environmental harm, highlighting the importance of sustainable practices and understanding production costs.
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The Shift in Clothing Consumption Behavior
Consumers face a dilemma in finding clothing that balances affordability and quality due to the disappearance of middle-class clothing options. Fast fashion offers inexpensive but unsustainable choices, while durable, ethically made clothes often come at a high cost. This challenge is exacerbated by the closure of traditionally affordable stores, leaving consumers with limited options.
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