Everyone has their favorite clothes that they love to frequently wear. What most people don't realize is that the way they care for their clothes can have a big impact on the garment’s longevity and overall appearance overtime. Properly caring for your clothes will also save you money, reduce your carbon footprint, and contribute to a more sustainable fashion industry and world.
Caring for your clothes can also save you a lot of money in the long run. When you take care of your clothes, they last longer and don't need to be replaced as often. This means you can spend less money on buying new clothes and more money on other things you enjoy.
When you take care of your clothes, they have longevity of life. This means you can wear your favorite outfits more often without worrying about them losing their shape, color, or texture. Properly caring for your clothes can also help prevent common issues like pilling, fading, and shrinking. Of course, every garment has a lifetime, and no garment lasts forever, but caring for your garments will add longevity to their lives and that will add joy to your life.
By taking good care of your clothes, you reduce the resources spent to produce new ones. This includes things like water, energy, and raw materials. It also reduces the amount of clothing waste that ends up in landfills, which can take hundreds of years to decompose. So not only will you be saving money caring for your clothes you’ll have a feel-good side effect from reducing your consumption and environmental impact. Virtual high-five!