The Fast Fashion And The Charity Shop

This week on ewecow, we're chewing over what we buy, what we throw away, and the environmental and human cost behind our obsession with having something new. We talk about the conditions behind cheap clothing from companies and get into the strange world of clothes donation bins - what actually happens to the clothes we put in them - and just how much waste and pollution the fashion industry creates. But it's not all doom and gloom. We talk about the days when wearing second-hand clothes or repeating an outfit was seen as a sign that you were poor, before vintage and charity-shop clothing suddenly became fashionable. Jordan explains why she loves charity shops, while Lauren explains why she hates shopping altogether. We discuss poor-quality clothes, brands copying other people's designs and even using their photos, why designer clothes can cost so much, and whether there really is a middle ground between luxury fashion and fast-fashion. Jordan's advice is simple: you don't have to change everything overnight - just do one small thing each year. What could you change about the way you shop? 🎧 Listen, watch and chew it over with us. ***** Disclaimers: This podcast content and related 'ewecow' content are intended to educate and entertain only. The information shared must not be used or misconstrued as medical or health advice. Episode disclaimer: Brand names are mentioned in a neutral manner, and there has been no sponsorship or gifting involved in this episode.