FAQs and Resources

What are the top 5 worst offenders in the fast fashion industry?

Temu

Shein

Forever 21

H&M

Zara

Is there a resource for ethical brands?

Yes! A brilliant site (and an app!) is

Good On You

Documentaries worth your time

The True Cost

Slowing Down Fast Fashion

Fashion Reimagined

Stories of sweatshop survivors

Nasreen Sheikh

My favorite fair trade brands

Yobel

Sak Saum

Lev

Pact

Trades of Hope

Kairos Traders

Local Women’s Handicrafts

Mother of Pearl

Jo’s Favorites

Shopping secondhand is easier than you think! Here are my personal recommendations for local, secondhand shopping in Colorado Springs—consignment, thrift, and fair trade!

Ashley’s Attic

A beautiful boutique nestled in a house built in 1910! Women’s items—clothing, shoes, jewelry, and more!

Between Friends

Great consignment shop located west Colorado Springs. Women’s items.

Uptown Cheapskate

Brand new consignment store with men and women’s options!

Life Network Thrift

A small, locally owned thrift store for women’s, men’s, children’s and home items.

Sister’s Thrift and Boutique

This thrift shop is bite-sized! A small, locally owned thrift boutique with a small selection of men’s, women’s, and home items.

New Horizons Thrift

If the thought of a thrift store makes you cringe, go visit this one! Most beautifully designed thrift store in town!

Redoux

A beautiful women’s consignment boutique with designer and vintage options! Has home decor items too.

Savour Clothing

Women’s and children’s consignment items. Locally owned. Online purchasing options!

Yobel

Head-to-toe ethical fashion for men and women! Located downtown Colorado Springs.