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Natalie Lambrelli   As Women’s Month comes to a close, we’re celebrating brands whose ethical sourcing, manufacturing, and donation practices empower women in the fashion industry! Women are fundamental to the industry, undertaking the majority of production roles that are vital to its functioning. Choosing ethically sourced and produced clothing gives consumers power to support the women who work to keep the industry running every day.   Maria McManus As an “anti-fast fashion” brand, Maria McManus carefully sources their recycled and biodegradable materials to ensure that they meet global production, recycling, and textile standards. They are committed to making their production processes...

Natalie Lambrelli The Women’s Suffrage movement began in the middle of the 19th century, reaching peak popularity during World War I. During this time, women began embracing the identity of the “New Woman.” They actively sought education, were employed outside of the home, and participated in sports. Fashion evolved as women’s role in society shifted. To save fabric during the war and allow women to work comfortably, women’s fashion became simpler, more comfortable, and “more tailored”. Looser silhouettes, the omission of corsets, and rising hemlines allowed for movement. New styles like the Bloomer costume (named after Suffragette Amelia Bloomer) were...

Natalie Lambrelli Everybody needs staples in their wardrobe. You know them: high-quality, timeless, versatile, and flattering pieces that can withstand years of wear. No doubt, pre-loved luxury makes for the best staple pieces you can reach for again and again, saving you from the age-old crisis of staring into a full closet and uttering the ever-familiar, “I have nothing to wear.” Here are 5 timeless pieces you can get from Shop Repurpose!   Wool Coat Wool’s fibers have “natural kinks and bends” that give it insulating, ventilating, and moisture-wicking properties. In fact, wool can absorb around 30% of its own...

Natalie Lambrelli   For this week’s blog, we asked our team to share stories of when they found their favorite pre-loved luxury pieces and how they incorporate those pieces into their daily wardrobe!   Jessie Freschl- Shop Repurpose Founder “I recently styled my family for my middle daughter’s Bat Mitzvah. After settling on a Neon & Graffiti theme, we researched dresses for Gabi, the Bat Mitzvah girl, and her two sisters. Being a stylist, my daughters are my most difficult clients- but I nailed it! With less than two weeks to the party, I needed to find my outfit. I...