In this episode, we welcome Justine, a fashion designer and YouTuber, to talk about her fashion journey and the need for transparency and sustainability. She explains how her YouTube channel aims to educate and debunk myths about the industry. We discuss the challenges of making sustainable, affordable clothes and the rise of fast fashion. Justine encourages us to be informed about the brands we support and to understand sustainability. She shares tips for spotting quality clothing and highlights the impact of fast fashion on the environment and workers. We also touch on French style and cultural influences on fashion. Check out her YouTube channel for more and grab her free guide on timeless style!

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Fan Moment
• 02:58 The Reality of the Fashion Industry
• 08:22 The Challenges of Sustainable Fashion
• 14:27 The Impact of Rana Plaza and the Birth of Ethical Values
• 19:15 The Changing Landscape of Sustainable Fashion
• 25:20 The Problem of Greenwashing and Efficient Marketing
• 27:26 Balancing Information and Non-Judgmental Education
• 32:46 Tips for Identifying Quality Clothing
• 37:07 The Influence of French Style and Culture on Fashion
• 40:31 Justine's YouTube Channel and Free Resource on Timeless Style

FIND JUSTINE HERE
Website: www.justineleconte.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/justineleconte/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@justineleconte
7 rules for timeless style PDF: https://www.justineleconte.com/pages/opt-in-form-7-rules-for-timeless-style

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SIGNE HANSEN
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UseLess_dk
Website: https://www.uselesswardrobe.dk/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/useless_dk/
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@useless_wardrobe

CHRISTINA MYCHAS
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Christinamychas
Website: https://www.minimalist-ish.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/christina.mychas/
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@christina.mychas

ALYSSA BELTEMPO
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlyssaBeltempo
Website: https://msbeltempo.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/msbeltempo/
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@msbeltempo

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In this chat, we dive into a recent scandal with Christian Dior and their production practices. We’re looking at the gap between the cost of making Dior handbags and their sky-high prices. We also touch on transparency issues in the luxury industry and whether high prices actually mean higher quality.

We share our thoughts on why we buy luxury items and the need to question their value and quality. We’re frustrated with brands that charge a lot but deliver little, especially when we expect top-notch quality and craftsmanship. Is it all about shareholder greed?
We discuss the importance of transparency and accountability in luxury brands, pointing out those that genuinely prioritize quality and ethics, versus those that let us down with subpar products.

Christina's stitch with Olivia (The Row jelly flats): https://www.tiktok.com/@christina.mychas/video/7388219916014374150?lang=en
Dior handbag article: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/christian-dior-57-handbags-hidden-090300586.html

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CONTACT US: sustainthispodcast@gmail.com
JOIN OUR PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/SustainThisPodcast

SIGNE HANSEN
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UseLess_dk
Website: https://www.uselesswardrobe.dk/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/useless_dk/
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@useless_wardrobe

CHRISTINA MYCHAS
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Christinamychas
Website: https://www.minimalist-ish.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/christina.mychas/
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@christina.mychas

ALYSSA BELTEMPO
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlyssaBeltempo
Website: https://msbeltempo.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/msbeltempo/
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@msbeltempo

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Today, we are exploring the idea of "choosing hard" for better style habits. We compare cheap dopamine—like the quick pleasure from shopping and social media—with expensive dopamine, which comes from more effortful sources. We emphasize the value of shopping our own closets, tackling problem pieces, and putting effort into outfit creation. We also discuss the benefits of a dopamine detox to reset our pleasure levels. Our tips focus on practicing moderation and making thoughtful style choices.

Green behaviour podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/green-behavior/id1749442690

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:49 Choosing Hard: Developing Good Style Habits

09:57 The Pitfalls of Cheap Dopamine

17:47 The Benefits of a Dopamine Detox

22:03 Practicing Moderation in Style Choices

26:00 The Long-Term Rewards of Choosing Hard

32:12 Conclusion

Disclaimer: abrupt abstinence from certain substances and with certain conditions is not recommended and must be performed under the supervision of a healthcare professional. The context of a dopamine detox in this podcast discussion is not medical advice and is not appropriate for all forms of compulsive behaviour or addiction. Always consult a healthcare professional to see what is right and safe for you.

Discussions are based on our own experiences and opinions.

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CONTACT US: sustainthispodcast@gmail.com
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SIGNE HANSEN
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UseLess_dk
Website: https://www.uselesswardrobe.dk/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/useless_dk/
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@useless_wardrobe

CHRISTINA MYCHAS
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Christinamychas
Website: https://www.minimalist-ish.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/christina.mychas/
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@christina.mychas

ALYSSA BELTEMPO
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlyssaBeltempo
Website: https://msbeltempo.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/msbeltempo/
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@msbeltempo

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