What’s your fashion footprint?

We all know that the global fashion industry produces an absolutely insane amount of harmful carbon emissions but do you ever wonder how much your own wardrobe habits are contributing to climate change? Discover just …

Why Do Thrift Shops Smell?

I recently gave a presentation about the awesomeness of sustainable secondhand fashion and, during the Q&A, was shocked to hear that not only do people bypass preloved garments because they (falsely) believe them to be …

5 International Thrifting Tips with Preloved Chica!

Preloved Chica and Confessions of a Refashionista are two sustainable style peas in a pod! Have a listen to my quick appearance on Elene’s awesome Time Capsule Show on ICRFM Ipswich and find out my …

Refashioning 101 with Frau Ingebörg

Frau Ingebörg thinks you need Refashioning 101 in your life! Have a giggle at my quick and quirky video, grab all of the book details and download your copy below!

Mythbusting Preloved: The Truth Behind Secondhand

I’ve heard so many silly and just plain illogical reasons from anti-thrifters for NOT shopping secondhand that I thought a wee bit of an educational video was in order. Meet my amusing cast of characters and …

My Thrifted Vintage Instagram Swap Haul

Don’t you just love it when you discover a kindred sustainable style spirit online? I was thrilled to find another fab fellow preloved diva on instagram and absolutely over the moon when she suggested a …

How to mend & refashion torn clothing

Hooray! You found a fab piece of fashion treasure while thrifting! Booooo! It’s ripped and the fit is less than stellar! Yay! I have a crazy quick and easy fix that will transform that damaged …