Style of the City is back with more interesting and fashion-forward people in this weeks Street Style! Here’s who we found and what they have to say about their style and fast fashion ways.
Mari, 19, Swansea
Do you have any inspirations or icons?
I like Lydia Rose and the instagram page Fashion Yes because they do everyday looks that I take ideas from .
Do you shop online or highstreet?
Online because I can’t be bothered to walk around the shops and online is easier wherever you are!
What are you wearing today?
My jeans are Primark, my jacket is from Tesco, my top and shoes are Miss Pap and bag is Stradivarius!
What do you look for when shopping?- price, style or quality?
Mainly style because I want to look good.
How do you dispose of your old clothing? Why?
I mainly sell it on Depop make money off it!
Do you consider yourself a contributor to fast fashion? If so why?
In a way, because I do buy off websites like Pretty Little Thing but I only buy if there’s a big sale on!
Leanne, 20, Cardiff
Do you have any inspirations or icons?
I inspire to wear colourful and unique clothing as that richard mille rm07 01 ladies rm07 01 002 unknown red with diamonds dial reflects my personality, I wouldn’t consider to have any fashion icons, I just wear whatever I feel!
Do you shop online or highstreet?
I like shopping mainly on the high street!
What are you wearing today?
I am wearing a Primark floral midi dress, a 1975 merchandise top, with a Primark coat and Sketchers!
What do you look for when shopping?- price, style or quality?
I would say I look for everything when shopping!
How do you dispose of your old clothing? Why?
I sell my old clothes on Depop or I see if any of my friends want it and if not I’ll give it to charity as there is always someone who will have it!
Do you consider yourself a contributor to fast fashion? If so why?
Yes, I would consider myself a contributor to fast fashion as Primark is my guilty pleasure!!
Lauren, 19, Cardiff
Do you have any inspirations or icons?
My main fashion inspiration is Australian influencer Cartia Mallan, I love how she mixes vintage pieces with current trends!
Do you shop online or highstreet?
I mainly shop online but I like visiting independent and vintage shops.
What are you wearing today?
Today I’m wearing a mesh top from Bershka, a floral corset top from Topshop that I got off Depop, mom jeans from Topshop, faux leather jacket and belt from Primark boots from New Look and a chain necklace also from Topshop!
What do you look for when shopping?- price, style or quality?
I look for style and quality when shopping. I used to focus on low prices but now I prefer to buy items that will last longer!
How do you dispose of your old clothing? Why?
When I dispose of my old clothes I either give them to charity shops or sell them on Depop depending on item.
Do you consider yourself a contributor to fast fashion? If so why?
I try not to contribute to fast fashion by shopping secondhand or vintage. I also think you can find so much more interesting and unique clothing if you don’t buy fast fashion!
Lucie, 20, Penarth
Do you have any inspirations or icons?
Instagram does influence me, but I mainly just wear what I want.
Do you shop online or highstreet?
Online because it’s easy and I prefer shops like ASOS.
What are you wearing today?
My trousers are from Bershka, my top is North Face, the coat is H&M and then converse!
What do you look for when shopping?- price, style or quality?
Style and quality, I want something that is cheap but made well to last long!
How do you dispose of your old clothing? Why?
Depop or Charity – I hate throwing out clothes.
Do you consider yourself a contributor to fast fashion? If so why?
Probably yes, but I don’t wear something once and throw it.
Gwern, 20, Cardiff
Do you have any inspirations or icons?
I would say Zac Efron, Joe Garret and Alex Bowen!
Do you shop online or highstreet?
Probably a bit of both! I find more online!
What are you wearing today?
My T-shirt is from Topman, trousers are Burton and Nike Airforce!
What do you look for when shopping?- price, style or quality?
I look for price and style, I love finding bargains!
How do you dispose of your old clothing? Why?
I either give them to charity or recycle them!
Do you consider yourself a contributor to fast fashion? If so why?
Probably yes, as I do like to buy clothes quite often from popular brands!
Andreea, 20, Cardiff
Do you have any inspirations or icons?
My fashion icon is Karl Lagerfeld and when it comes to inspiration it’s really just movies, Instagram or actual people on the street
Do you shop online or highstreet?
A combination of both!
What are you wearing today?
My coat and trousers are from Bershka, turtleneck is Primark and my chain is from a car boot sale in Swansea!
What do you look for when shopping?- price, style or quality?
A combination of all 3, affordable price for overall good quality and it has to be in my aesthetic!
How do you dispose of your old clothing? Why?
I firstly ask friends and family if they want anything and after that I donate them. If something is a bit more expensive I might sell it. And why, because we should always recycle/upcycle clothes!
Do you consider yourself a contributor to fast fashion? If so why?
Yes, because I still buy from brands like Primark, Bershka etc due to the fact that their prices are incredibly affordable and sustainable fashion is not quite that accessible yet to the average customer.
