My top 10 thrifting tips to update your wardrobe ethically

Thrifting is a great way to update your wardrobe on a budget, and lessen your environmental impact. Shopping for clothes every week has become part of modern day culture, and many of us waste thousands every year on clothes we don't need. This has a huge environmental, political and social impact globally as fast fashion brands try and meet this high demand for cheap clothes. Thrifting outfits is a great way to lessen the impact we have on the world and move away from the global consumerist culture that encourages us to spend our money to be happy.

I personally love going shopping around charity and vintage shops as I never know what I will find, it's cheap and you can find some really unique pieces. It also helps give back to the community and supports local businesses. So if you would like to try thrifting, here are my top 10 tips on how to make it fun and help you find those special pieces that you can fall in love with!

1. Take a friend and have fun

2. Set a budget

3. Have an idea of what you are looking for (but don't expect to find it!)

4. Remember items can be washed fixed and altered

5. Always try stuff on

6. Make sure it fits with your own true style

7. Don't judge a book by its cover - I often find the best things in the strangest looking shops.

8. Check for fabric quality, shape, and type of material

9. Don't be put off by stereotype - Anyone can go thrifting

10. If you see something you like get it, next week it will be gone