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The world changed for better in 2020. Everything that we took for granted became important in this eventful year. People went back to home cooked food and old friends, and another thing that all of us did was giving in to minimalism, from beauty to fashion. All the important aspects of our lives saw us taking the simple route, and sustainable fashion has to be the most followed trend of 2020.
It’s okay to repeat outfits
Being sustainable is all about making the most of what you have, reusing your existing wardrobe. Remember, the most sustainable outfit is the one you already have.
Layering is the name of the game
To continue in the vein of making the most of existing wardrobe - layering is another practice that is sustainable but also allows you to experiment with different looks. Pair your summery linen dress with a turtleneck and tights to stay cost in winter. Cardigans are also useful for layering during that ‘in-between’ weather and change of season.
Staples will never let you down
Whether it was a chic striped top for your Zoom meeting, a pair of comfortable palazzo pants to lounge about the house or a little black dress for that rare masked outing — 2020 was the year of wardrobe essentials. These staple garments focus on comfort and functionality along with designs. They can be paired with many other items and worn across diverse occasions. Stylish and sustainable.
Vocal for Local: Small is sustainable
The COVID pandemic led to an increase in support for small businesses through the Vocal for Local campaign. On the fashion side, small businesses are often more in line with sustainable fashion principles - producing small batches, reducing waste, and using eco-friendly raw materials. Small businesses that work with artisans and traditional Indian crafts were also popular - many crafts are inherently sustainable and resource efficient.
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