Sustainable Fashion: The most iconic topic because, let’s face it, we all have a bit of vanity and want to look our best all the time. But spoiler alert: you can do that while being sustainable too, saving a lot of money and time.
Properly disposing of textiles by recycling, donating, or repurposing old clothes helps reduce the environmental impact of clothing waste and promotes a circular economy, benefiting both the planet and future generations.
Our Tips
to help you stay stylish and sustainable without the stress
- Avoid fast fashion and trends: Focus on what you like and what makes you feel good, regardless of what your friends or society think. You need to feel good in your clothes. Once you’ve decided, buy high-quality items so you don’t have to replace them soon, and they fit your body better.
- Check your grandparents’ closets: There’s always an unexpected surprise; you might be amazed at how well your grandmother’s coat fits you!
- Prefer natural fibers: Opt for materials like wool, cotton, and linen. Avoid synthetic materials which degrade more quickly and are not healthy for your skin. – https://rifo-lab.com/blogs/rifo-stories/le-proprieta-delle-fibre-naturali-e-pure#:~:text=Le%20fibre%20naturali%20sono%20quelle,stati%20i%20loro%20processi%20produttivi
- Clothes recycling: We often overlook the potential in our clothes. What you were about to throw in the bin might be perfect for your little sister.
- Thrift shops: Finally, genuine thrift shops are popping up, where you can score amazing deals for just a few euros! Try searching for them in your city and visit them with your friends. While Piacenza doesn’t have these yet, who knows? You might be the one to open the first…
- Clothing rental: Why spend 800 euros on a Valentino dress for prom if you’re only going to wear it once? Clothing rental is the solution for cases like this. By renting, you’ll save a lot of money throughout the year and still make an impression on that cute guy you like, haha!
Opportunities in Piacenza
VINOKILO
Vinokilo is a traveling event dedicated to sustainable fashion that takes place in Piacenza once or twice a year. During this event, participants can purchase high-quality vintage clothing sold by the kilo. The initiative aims to promote the recycling and reuse of clothes, thereby reducing the environmental impact of fashion. In addition to shopping, the event often includes activities such as workshops, live music, and sustainability talks, creating a community experience that raises awareness about ethical fashion and conscious consumption. – https://vinokilo.events/collections/piacenza/
Clothing swaps at Rathaus
At Rathaus, a private club in the beautiful center of Piacenza, you can participate in clothing swaps. – https://www.piacenzasera.it/2023/04/swap-market-al-circolo-rathaus-il-15-aprile-per-un-cambio-armadi-nel-segno-della-sostenibilita/477828/
Via Roma Street Market
In Via Roma, you can visit a flea market. – https://www.comune.piacenza.it/it/events/via-roma-street-market-2023
Caritas Clothing Collection Center
Located at Via Giordani 21, this center accepts clothing donations.
Phone nr: +39 0523/330812
Mon to Friday 9.30 – 12.00
Humana greens bins
Want to clear out your old clothes to free up space in your wardrobe? Instead of throwing them away, drop them in the Humana greens bins in the Bel Po parking lot. They can be located via the link: Link:https://raccoltavestiti.humanaitalia.org/junker-app/
Vinted platform
Since 2021, Vinted has been available in Italy, allowing you to buy and sell clothes and items from home with the option to negotiate prices.- https://www.vinted.it/
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