You, who live in the year 2021 and have wandered into the world of 20XX, where clothing loss has advanced, have been asked to think about what you can do to avoid this future. Today, I've come to hear the results.
First, "Think carefully before you buy."
Even if you try to think carefully about what you are buying, you may find that the design is different from what you had imagined or that the size of the clothes does not fit your body.
That's true. But I started to check out what I wanted to buy before I went shopping for clothes. That way, I don't end up buying something that's not what I was expecting, or buying something on impulse.
But even if we think twice about our clothes and buy only what we need and what we really want, won't the amount of clothes distributed in the fashion industry remain the same in the end?
On the previous page, you read the phrase "production in adequate quantities". If the amount you buy, i.e. the amount you demand, changes, the amount you supply will also change.
Second, "Use second-hand clothing stores."
I have an image of vintage clothing stores as being fashionable, so I don't have much resistance to them. I often buy clothes there.
I'm a bit resistant to thrift stores, and I don't know if I could consider them as a familiar place to buy.
I'm a bit resistant to thrift stores, and I don't know if I could consider them as a familiar place to buy.
Third, "Participate in a clothing drive."
I've participated in garment collections before. I'd do it again if I had the chance!
I guess it's a little hard for me. But I'm tempted to join in!
I didn't know much about it at first, and there were times when I thought I didn't have to do it, but it was surprisingly easy, and I was happy to know that I was participating in a social commitment to the environment.
Fourth, "Choose your materials."
I always look for the latest trends when I buy clothes, but I still love the knitwear I bought the winter before last, which was a bit pricey but of good quality, and I'm sure I'll wear it again this year! I have fond memories of it, and every year when I wear that sweater, I know winter is coming.
I heard that there are jeans made from reused scrap wood and shoelaces made from plastic bottles, so it's nice to actively choose such things, both environmentally and emotionally.
But I don't feel comfortable going out of my way to look at labels, ask the clerk, or do research when buying clothes.
I know some people think so. But for me, it's interesting to know that even a single piece of clothing has a story behind it, when you learn about the materials and the production process!
After all, there are many people who find it difficult to tackle. So let's hear your own ideas.
