Buying second-hand goods is only one part of the circular economy. The other crucial part is being able to, as Marie Kondo says, say "Thank you" and pass your items on. In the US, it feels like common knowledge to go down to your local Goodwill or Salvation Army, or even better your local clothing … Continue reading Coming Full Circle: Donating Your Goods in Paris
Category: no-waste
Ressourceries – Your New Fave Shops
Back in the US I frequently visited my local thrift stores, mainly just to see what was newly stocked and if there was anything interesting. I soon spent less and less time in the clothing section, as I had already built up my wardrobe to a happy place, and I spent more and more time … Continue reading Ressourceries – Your New Fave Shops
Living the “Anti-Gaspi” (No-waste) Life in Paris
This has been something I've been wanting to write for a while. I have been pushing myself to join the movement and either live a life of no-waste or at least less waste. I've been pushing myself to not buy new as much as possible and to not make impulse purchases. It's hard, and I … Continue reading Living the “Anti-Gaspi” (No-waste) Life in Paris
Thrifting in Paris – Clothing
Thrift shopping is Paris can be full of hidden treasures, vintage beauties, or well straight-up trash. It can also range from "every budget" to "out of budget" quickly and easily. Thrifting has a different meaning to different people. Some people mean they want to find high end brand second-hand clothing, some people want to find … Continue reading Thrifting in Paris – Clothing