Up(cycle) and away

Dresses can be shortened, sleeves cut, buttons changed, patches added… Breathe new life into old favourites with love and creativity.

Swap shop

Got a piece you no longer wear that’s in good condition? Swap it. Try hosting a swap shop with friends, or widen your audience at a local swapping event. Alternatively, donate it. Unfortunately, clothing donated to some charities just ends up creating more waste, which is why it’s worth doing research beforehand to see which ones really put your donations to good use. Smart Works, for example, helps unemployed women back into the workplace by providing smart (donated) interview clothes.