Vintage shopping has been popular for ages. Many people do it rightfully for environmental reasons, others because it’s cheaper and some because they are chasing the aesthetic. But what is truly buzzing right now, and for good reasons, is the art of reworked clothing. Not only is it good for the planet, but by wearing reworked clothes you’ll elevate your style in ways you never experienced before, as the creativity behind the reconstruction of garments is unique for each piece, and you’re guaranteed to be the only person rocking your outfit. Here are some Instagram based brands you need to follow asap:

@Expensivethebrand

Expensivethebrand is the quintessential reworked clothing brand. It proves that vintage doesn’t necessarily have to look old, and it can elevate even the most contemporary style. By incorporating sexy and high-fashion details into streetwear, it certainly claims the spot as one of the most attractive brands of the moment.

@Lois1xblue

The Manchester graduate designer is making football merch sexy, and that says a lot about the creativity behind their garments. Every reworked look is simply stunning, and the barely-there bodysuits have become a staple for the brand, even worn by the likes of Kim Kardashian. Their clothes are innovative, trendy and truly out of the box, and curated in such an avant-garde way that is impossible to resist.

@Matacomplex

Patchwork has always been trendy, but this British designer can be considered the queen. Using vibrant electrified hues of blue/ pink and green and yellow, the cropped asymmetrical patchwork designs are simply divine. Fabrics can be knit, nylon or even lycra. For every creation it’s like looking at a messy nuclear kaleidoscope made to be adored.

@ai_mei__li

This designer’s brand makes hippy, deconstructed clothing fashionable again. The inventiveness of their designs is astounding, and every single look seems to have come out of a fantasy world.

@Randomaffects

The NYC based brand has some of the most unique and edgy pieces you’ve ever seen. If you’re looking for a real authentic streetwear vibe or simply to be inspired, take a look at their stunning upcycled creations.

@urban.reworks

This edgy and unique brand plays on the duality of dressing down as a way to dress up, using ‘fashionable’ humour to attract customers. The fabrics are from brands such as Nike and other sportswear designers, and the logos are reminiscent to the original brands but with a twist of humour. It is a beautiful mélange of colorful, original and comfortable clothes that will surely make you stand out.

Words By Tommaso Donati

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Sustainability has become one of the main issues of 2020. The importance of sustainable living beyond recycling but into every part of your lifestyle, including your beauty routine, is imperative to curb climate change. A sustainable beauty routine refers to the conscious effort in minimizing the carbon impact of various steps in your beauty routine. So how can you achieve a sustainable beauty routine?

To incorporate sustainability into your beauty routine here are a few easy alternatives to incorporate into your routine.

Use of make-up sponges

During our usual beauty routines, we utilize single-use make-up wipes and cotton pads which are not recyclable and take a considerable long time to decompose. Replacing the use of single-use make-up wipes and cotton pads with make-up sponges that can be rinsed and reused is one step closer to a sustainable routine.

Package free or sustainable packaging

One of the leading causes of environmental pollution is single-use plastics. These plastics if not recycled, end up in landfills and take thousands of years to decompose. Unfortunately, these plastics are the same used to package some of our favourite beauty products. To reduce the consumption of single-use some beauty brands like Lush, Ethique have adopted a package free system to their products. Another way is to consume brands that either use sustainable, recyclable packaging. Brands that use class and metallic packaging are ones to look out for when searching for sustainable packaging.

Shop on a loop

Recycling organisations like the Terracycle loop have adopted methods where their consumers can buy the products while renting the packaging. Ren is also supplying in label-free bottles whereupon the next purchase you can return the previous container. You can also seek out brands with refillable business models where your products can be refilled. Brands like My Myro deodorant and Kjaer Weis make-up have adopted these methods when it comes to their products.

Recycle in the bathroom

The main way to adopt sustainability is through the recycling of the products. This applies to your beauty routine the recycling of beauty products may be difficult as it is to recycle something comprising of various materials. However, many beauty brands are offering to recycle their packaging for you. Beauty brands such as MAC, Lush, Origins, Le Labo and Kiehl’s offer their own make-up return programs. Whereby you receive a free product or discount when returning old ones, other brands like L’Occitane offer 10% off on new products when they return a full-sized recycled product from any brand. This can be something to factor into while searching for beauty brands.

Alternative materials

When it comes to beauty accessories and tools, most of them come in plastic, switching the material with easily compostable and biodegradable materials like bamboo. This is best for tools like toothbrushes and hair combs.

Words by Precious Njogu

Graphics by Georgia Walters

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