For today’s interview, I’m joined by the extremely knowledgeable Brooke from secondhand sustainability to get a heap of advice for people wanting to get into and learn more about sustainable fashion and sustainability in general!

Brooke’s Links:
Nuance Required Newsletter!
https://www.nuancerequired.com/newsletter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondhand.sustainability/

Linktree for all things secondhand sustainability!
https://linktr.ee/secondhandsustainability

A couple of fashion directories!
Ethical Fashion Guide
https://baptistworldaid.org.au/resources/ethical-fashion-guide/
Good On You Directory
https://goodonyou.eco/

More good environmental news from around the world!
https://linktr.ee/fairlylame

Today’s Topics!
Welcome! (0:00)
What led you to start Secondhand Sustainability? (1:36)
Behind the scenes (3:30)
Do you have any previous studies or experiences that help you pick apart information? (5:55)
How have your own consumption habits changed over time? (7:50)
Advice for someone who finds themselves shopping more so to pass the time rather than necessity (9:25)
Why do you avoid recommending brands even if they are sustainable? (12:11)
Is it better to buy fast fashion locally, or second hand internationally? (14:19)
The 6 sins of greenwashing? (15:52)
Will governments crack down on greenwashing? (20:20)
How often do you fall for greenwashing? (22:54)
Are trends a scam? (27:49)
Advice for someone who feels sustainable fashion is out of reach (34:35)
Advice for someone who feels overwhelmed by rules or information (37:47)
How will sustainable fashion help address climate change? (41:55)
How can we hold brands accountable? (43:57)
Sustainable ways to monetize content (46:54)
What do you draw motivation and energy from? (51:10)