Revamping Your Wardrobe: Sustainable Fashion with The Therapeutic Poet and Sophia Lorimer
Sophia's mission is to help you restyle and rework your wardrobe using what you already have.
What if your wardrobe could reflect not just your style but also your values? In this episode, Jacky Power, also known as The Therapeutic Poet, sits down with sustainable fashion advocate Sophia Lorimer to explore how we can dress stylishly without harming the planet. Sophia has taken on the challenge of not buying any new or preloved clothes—except for essentials like undies and socks—for an entire year. Her mission? To help you rediscover and creatively restyle what you already own.
Sophia shares her journey of five years without purchasing anything new from a shop, favoring pre-loved clothes instead. Now, she's pushing the boundaries even further. Imagine finding new 'old' outfits in your own closet! Sophia offers tips on how to make your wardrobe feel fresh and exciting without spending a penny. She believes in creating outfits that truly represent who you are and the woman you want to be.
Jacky and Sophia also touch on the concept of 'sober dressing,' which means choosing clothes that make you feel good about yourself without the influence of fast fashion trends. They discuss how pausing and reflecting on your clothing choices can lead to personal growth and a more positive body image. This episode is packed with practical advice and inspiring stories that will make you rethink your relationship with fashion.
So, if you're tired of the trend treadmill and want to make a difference in both your life and the environment, this conversation is for you. Tune in to discover how small changes in your wardrobe can lead to big impacts on your self-perception and the planet.