Is there such a thing as an ethical and sustainable Black Friday sale? November 25, 2021Claire Goldsworthy Once upon a time, I only bought clothes on sale. In my late teens, I loved nothing more than raiding the sale rack at Supré and digging through the bargain bin at...
Five tips on how to shop more sustainably May 10, 2021Claire Goldsworthy Sustainable fashion is in my blood now, but it hasn't always been. I've shopped from Supré. I've ducked into Kmart for a quick essential. I've been lured into Zara for...
Four ethical and sustainable fabric alternatives to polyester fast fashion April 08, 2021Claire Goldsworthy1 comment Polyester garments take more than 200 years to break down, but they never decompose; tiny plastic particles exist, forever. So, what's the solution? Ditch polyester and switch to natural, biodegradable,...
To celebrate International Women's Day, we're interviewing women in fashion all week March 09, 2021Claire Goldsworthy1 comment I'm also grateful for the women I know who get up every day to make the world a better place, so with International Women's Day this week, I'll be shining a light...
This is what virtual shopping with ethical Melbourne made label, GAAL, looks like April 14, 2020Claire Goldsworthy While things are a little strange out in the world and virtual shopping is the 'new norm', you can still book in for a private one on one session with me, a...
Book a private one on one shopping and champagne session with The Fashion Advocate November 07, 2019Claire Goldsworthy If you're a lover of shopping, champagne, coffee and good company, book a private one on one session with me at our Beaumaris store. I don’t bite, I’m super friendly,...
I tried the minimalist thing and bought nothing new for a whole year January 11, 2019Claire Goldsworthy4 comments In 2016, I spent $6500 on fashion. In 2017, I bought only Australian-made clothes. In 2018, I spent $9 on a pre-loved outfit, but otherwise, bought no new clothes. Yep,...
The rise of ethical and sustainable Australian demi-couture November 01, 2018Claire Goldsworthy This entire outfit has made by a woman who I’ve known for more than half a decade. She has children, she is passionate, she is incredibly talented, and she has...
This is what sustainable Australian swimwear looks like October 23, 2018Claire Goldsworthy A truly sustainable wardrobe is one that you can mix and match, wear year-round, layer, and live in, and that's swimwear included.
This is why sustainable fashion is so important July 03, 2018Claire Goldsworthy3 comments Instead of just quitting fashion, I’m trying to change it. I embrace sustainability. I empower people who are designing for positive change. I advocate for transparency. I am socially responsible.
Pink lakes, pastel sneakers and the impact of microbial bacteria April 18, 2018Claire Goldsworthy1 comment Australia's pink lakes make for a perfect backdrop, especially when pastel pink sneakers are in the picture.
One woman's trash is Faye De Lanty's treasure March 06, 2018Claire Goldsworthy Faye De Lanty is an advocate for sustainable fashion, a thrift-shop stylist, and a passionate environmentalist.