Concervancy and Style Align

“Our biggest challenge in this new century is to take an idea that seems abstract – sustainable development – and turn it into a reality for all the world’s people.” – Kofi Annan

Hi my beauties! In the spirit of consciousness, I thought to discuss an unavoidable topic, which is our carbon footprint and what that does to climate change. In this blog post, I would like to chat about the world that was left behind for us and the world we’re leaving behind for others. It’s girl talk time, so let’s chat ladies.

First things first, what is a carbon footprint and what does that mean? A carbon footprint is calculated by the amount of carbon dioxide and other carbon compunds released into the enviroment due to the use of fossil fuels by a single person. This essentially means that green house gasses are being generated and released into the enviroment due to our actions. Now, how does this affect the earth’s climate? Well, the green house gasses that are being emitted are causing the entire globe to heat up. While that might not seem like a concerning matter, it has in fact become an existential threat.

It’s currently being predicted that if world leaders do not join forces to reverse the effects of our carbon footprints, the world’s temperature could rise in two degrees celsuis by 2050. Although this might not seems like much, the Artic ice is melting at a rapid pace. This means that necessary species, islands, and viable resources are at risk of disappearing. There are many things that we as people can do to reverse the signs of global warming, those being: wasting less water, turning off electrical equipment when not in use, and reducing the use of heat.

Now, you might be asking yourself what this could possibly have to do with a fashion and beauty blog? Well, fashion’s carbon footprint is greater than any international flight or waterborne transport combined! The fashion industry alone is responsible for releasing up to ten percent of the world’s green house gasses a year! I, like many of you am enamored with all of what the fashion industry has to offer. But we as a people have to be enamored with living a more sustainable life-style as well.

Even though there is more work to be done, I am happy to say that the fashion industry is moving towards a more resourceful route. Designers are seeing the need for more eco-friendly consumption, which in turn is changing up their business model. Brands like People Tree in London, have made it their mission to produce eco-friendly fabrics such as organic cotton and responsible wool. Comapnies like Poshmark have made a business out of buying and re-selling used clothes in great condition. Keep in mind that these resources are not just available to the elite. Your local Goodwill and thrift shops are a great way to lessen your carbon impact and make a change.

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