I decided to only buy fair trade, consignment, or ethically made in the USA clothing for one year. That was at least five years ago. I am damn proud when I figure out that perfect outfit and there is no guilt. So this blog may be slightly self-indulgent, but it is also to share so others know it is possible. There are challenges- yes. But mama likes a challenge…and I hope to help others meet that challenge, as well.
Last night, I went to a black-tie event. This is my first with this resolution…and my first ever, honestly. I went to a local consignment store where I struggled. Due to that, I decided it was worth a new dress (this is a rare treat). I went to the amazing DoneGood app and searched women’s dresses. That app is seriously the best thing ever. You can search clothing, household goods, shoes- so much. I stumbled across Reformation. One word- SWOON. I ordered the Briana dress in green and it arrived a few days later in a precious garment bag. I didn’t have to do a dang thing to it before wearing (which is good, since I ordered it the week of the event…). It fit perfectly.
Accessories for the evening included earrings from my bestie, Melissa. She bought them from a local fair-trade store and gave these to me one Christmas. A $5 leopard print purse from a garage sale was my “evening bag”. Shoes- sandals that I have had forever. Red nail polish by Pacifica. Makeup- BeautyCounter. I could tell you about the made in USA undergarments also, but I will leave that be for now.
Total ethical outfit for my first black-tie affair- and I felt marvelous.
“She could talk to a fern.”
McGlam Gives a Damn 
Marvelous (also fits you like a glove) is as marvelous does!
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