In this episode, Stella Hertantyo interviews fashion analyst and trend forecaster Mandy Lee (who you might know as @oldloserinbrooklyn on social media) to explore: + Fashion trends and the trend cycle,+ The role of trend forecasters, + What microtrends and niche trends are, + How to find amazing secondhand gems, + The dynamic between following trends and finding your personal style, and so much more!  *****EPISODE SPONSORS: Wearwellwearwell is your destination for finding vetted sustainable and slow fashion brands that suit your personal style.Whether your style leans minimalist or maximalist, preppy or rocker chic, classic or bold, or you just love your basics and athleisure, you'll want to check out online conscious marketplace, wearwell at shopwearwell.com. (You can use the code CONSCIOUS20 for 20% off your first order.) ***Conscious Fashion Collective Job BoardWant to start or grow a career in sustainable fashion? Find your next career opportunity on Conscious Fashion Collective's Job Board. (Or if you are hiring, submit your job opening!)You can also sign up for the Conscious Fashion Collective job newsletter to get career opportunities delivered to your inbox, plus upcoming events. ***SHOW NOTES:https://www.consciouslifeandstyle.com/mandy-lee-trend-forecaster ***RESOURCES & EPISODES MENTIONED:[Article] My Trend Videos Are Viral on TikTok—Here Are 5 Trends I Think Will LastEP24. The Fascinating Psychology Behind Fashion and Consumption with Shakaila Forbes-BellEP17. More Creativity, Less Consumption: Sustainable Stylist Tips from Alyssa Beltempo *** CONNECT WITH MANDY LEE:? Instagram: @oldloserinbrooklyn?Tiktok: @oldloserinbrooklyn *** CONNECT WITH CONSCIOUS STYLE:?Newsletter: https://www.consciouslifeandstyle.com/edit?Website: consciouslifeandstyle.com? Instagram: @consciousstyle? YouTube: @consciouslifeandstyle? Pinterest: @consciouslifeandstyle