{"id":38205,"date":"2023-10-20T07:49:52","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T10:49:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/?p=38205"},"modified":"2023-10-20T07:49:52","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T10:49:52","slug":"circular-fashion-a-trend-that-isi-becomng-a-lifestyle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/en\/circular-fashion-a-trend-that-isi-becomng-a-lifestyle\/","title":{"rendered":"Circular Fashion: A Trend That Isi Becomng a Lifestyle"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By Valentina Alvarado<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Translated by Sofia Boh\u00f3rquez<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Probably you have heard or read terms such as upcycling, slow fashion, and thrifting in contexts of sustainable fashion and fashion responsibility. <\/span><b>These concepts come together in one powerful movement: circular fashion.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of the traditional linear fashion model in which we buy, wear and then dispose of our clothes, <\/span><b>circular fashion invites us to reduce the amount of waste we generate and the frequency with which we do so.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This movement has increased exponentially as the industry seeks to become more conscious and sustainable. <\/span><b>It is not just a temporary trend, but something that defines our time.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fashion industry has been generating waste at an accelerated pace for decades, and this situation is unsustainable.<\/span><b> Fast production and garment waste have contributed to the depletion of natural resources, pollution, and the exploitation of workers all over the world.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Circular fashion is an answer to this challenge, which proposes a more ethical and more ecological approach.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Circular fashion is gaining momentum in Latin America thanks to textile diversity, community empowerment, and growing environmental awareness. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can revive the textile traditions and handicraft techniques of our region to transform and preserve garments and textiles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This model not only reduce waste but also boosts the local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and communities. <\/span><b>When you buy circular fashion garments, you dress with style, contribute to community growth, and support small entrepreneurs<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The enterprises that have successfully implemented circular fashion models have adopted this philosophy in all stages of their value chain, from clothing design to the moment when the consumer decides to dispose them. This involves the reuse of materials, waste minimization, and the promotion of fair and sustainable work practices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-fusion-600 wp-image-36605 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2-600x399.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"399\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2-800x532.jpg 800w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2-1200x798.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/highxtar-second-hand-is-the-present-2.jpg 1203w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/399;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HIGHXTAR<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>How can you include circular fashion practices in your life?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Buying second-hand clothing: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Either through an online platform, at a thrift shop, or in a \u201ccloset\u201d, buying and selling second-hand clothing is one of the simplest ways to extend their life cycle. In addition, you can find unique pieces that can add an incredible touch to your style.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Exchanging and bartering:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with your family, friends, or at an event organized by a foundation or a thrift shop. Bartering garments is an economical an effective way to give new life to clothes you no longer wear and, at the same time, to purchase \u201cnew\u201d clothes for your collection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Supporting local and sustainable businesses:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Attending fairs in your city let you discover local circular fashion brands that may you don\u2019t know. Sustainable businesses are usually transparent in the communication of their value chain and allow you to connect directly with artisans and the designer behind each garment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mending and reusing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Instead of discarding torn or stained clothes, dare to give them a second chance. Either you do it by yourself or take them to a tailor or seamstress, mend and reuse what you already have is a sustainable way to save money and add character to your wardrobe.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Customizing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Free your creativity and customize those garments that are already boring you. Through cuts, appliqu\u00e9s, prints, draws, pins, patches and many other options, you can completely renovate your wardrobe.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-fusion-600 wp-image-36606 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480-1200x801.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-1300698603-e1658182593480.jpg 1536w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/400;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: Elena Belykh &#8211; Getty Images<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>It is more than a trend, it is a lifestyle<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Circular fashion is a lifestyle that encourages sustainability, creativity, and responsibility.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It constantly reminds us that our fashion choices have a lasting impact on the world around us, and <\/span><b>it brings us diverse creative and responsible practices to make the fashion industry more conscious and sustainable.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorporating circular fashion is not just a passing fad; <\/span><b>it<\/b> <b>is a long-term effort to reduce the amount of waste we generate, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">extend the useful life of our garments, and transform the way we dress, positively impacting the planet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-fusion-600 wp-image-36607 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-600x400.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-18x12.png 18w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-200x133.png 200w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-500x333.png 500w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-700x467.png 700w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-1200x800.png 1200w, https:\/\/universomola.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ilustracion-1536x1024.png 1536w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/400;\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Original design:<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sarah Lazarovic<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Valentina Alvarado Translated by Sofia Boh\u00f3rquez &nbsp; Probably you [&hellip;]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":36608,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[91,47,96,217,224,88],"class_list":["post-38205","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-sin-categoria","tag-ethical-fashion","tag-moda-sostenible","tag-moda-sustentable","tag-slow-fashion","tag-sostenibilidad","tag-universo-mola"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38205","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=38205"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38205\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":38206,"href":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38205\/revisions\/38206"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/36608"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=38205"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=38205"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/universomola.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=38205"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}