Some saris are more than just a garment. They are a sentiment. Even more so when they hold not just your own memories but also those of your loved ones. I’ve been rather fortunate to have inherited some very special saris. From family and friends. But the biggest challenge I face when it comes to […]
With the festive season come those big red banners screaming SALE, at every corner. Snagging a deal is always thrilling, but it’s crucial to consider the lasting impact of our shopping decisions. It’s easy to get carried away with the frenzy of Diwali sales. But the new, unnecessary items we buy contribute to the growing
Secondhand adjective | ˈse-kən(d)-ˈhand Acquired after being used by another person. Not new. Used clothes offered for sale or swap. Opting for secondhand clothing and accessories is a great way to save planetary resources, as no fresh resources are used in the creation of something new. It also prolongs an item’s lifecycle. Usually, when we think
Thrifting embodies a dual purpose: Marrying fashion with sustainability. If you love thrifting, you probably understand its economic value and its environmental impact. This mindful practice directly curtails the demand for new production, resulting in reduced waste and carbon emissions. But if you’re new to thrifting, you probably struggle with where to start and what
Meet my one and only sparkly, sequinned dress… Let’s call her Shimmer. I bought Shimmer in 2019 from a fast fashion brand. Yes, yes, I know! But here’s the thing: I really really wanted a dress that was covered with sequins. You see, I’d never owned a sparkly dress before. I was promised one, by
Nike, Puma, Adidas, Decathlon… these are the first names that come to mind when we think of activewear. These global giants have dominated the activewear industry for decades now. According to McKinsey’s ‘Sporting goods 2023: The need for resilience in a world in disarray’ report, sustainability is amongst the top four 2023 activewear goods trends,
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Plastic drink bottles, plastic packaging material, plastic in our clothes… It is estimated that anywhere between 6 and 15 million tonnes of plastic, representing 2-4% of global production, enters the environment every year. But were you aware that plastics have also made their way into our bodies? These tiny particles called microplastics have been found
When we think of dressing for the swelteringly humid July weather, cotton is perhaps the first fabric that comes to mind. And why not! It’s a fabric with endless possibilities. And when produced and sourced ethically, it has a low-impact on both the planet and the people. But thanks to modern innovation, cotton now has
Fashion is a form of expression and a celebration of identity. And not everyone likes to conform to fashion rules and gender norms set by society. At Pretty As You Please, we believe dressing to express your identity is also the more sustainable thing to do. So what better way to celebrate pride and the
The sun is shining, the heat is rising. The best way to stay cool, besides sipping on chilled lemonade? Wearing easy-breezy clothes that don’t stick when you sweat! What do you imagine wearing? A light cotton shirt? That’s an obvious answer for most. However, cotton cultivation is not without its issues. It is resource-intensive, has
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