#shopwiththem

Loving all the small business shout outs I am seeing right now, seems like everyone is making a BIG effort to help them keep going . . ‪I was one of those people who really got behind the bushfire appeals like #shopwiththem and bought from many business affected by the the fires . . This time around, I can’t help to feel a little guilty because I am not in the same position to do so and the only thing I can do is talk about the importance of shopping local and shopping small . . The local small businesses and products and services provides in your area are usually owned and run by a one man band trying to keep their doors open in extremely difficult conditions . . So here’s to shopping local and shopping small. You don’t have to go out of your way to buy things you don’t need but if you need something why not research a local supplier instead? . . To help you get you in the mood, Check out the tags below as well as my highlight button. It’s 100% dedicated to the brands and small businesses I love . . I am wearing a dress by my favourite local @ethnicaeclectica via the @newfarmantiquecentre . . #ethicalclothing #ethicalfashion #sustainablefashion #slowfashion #ethicallymade #sustainableclothing #vintageshop #ethicalfashionblogger #fashionrevolution #slowfashionmovement #nothingnew2019 #buynothingnew2019 #buynothingnew #30wears #shop216commercialroadantiques #styledsustainable #SpotMyStyle #realstreetstyle #slowfashionseason #oootd #buyfromthem #shopwiththem #wearhappycolor2020 #instasp (at Newstead, Queensland) https://www.instagram.com/p/B98V83kgn7z/?igshid=t2kcknh7355r

In today’s edition of #workingfromhomefrocks is what I wore to a coffee meeting . . Brisbane is so hot right now that I am finding it hard to wear anything for too long. I ended up changing into one of my house dresses as soon as I got home! . . Is anyone doing #frugalfebruary? I totally failed #lowbuy2020 after I reach half the allocated quota when I bought a few things to support the #bushfirerelief and #shopwiththem . . I am not going to be too hard on myself, I am still mostly buying second hand and when I do buy new I make it count so things that fit into my #circularfashion resolution for 2020 . . If you are not sure what I mean, check out my stories. I’ll do a refresh of what it means to be a circular fashion advocate in 2020 👏 . . #ethicalclothing #ethicalfashion #sustainablefashion #slowfashion #ethicallymade #sustainableclothing #vintageshop #ethicalfashionblogger #fashionrevolution #slowfashionmovement #circularfashion2020 #30wears #circularfashion #lowbuy2020 #styledsustainable #SpotMyStyle #realstreetstyle #oootd #loopistyle (at Newstead, Brisbane) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8Hjfh1g8MX/?igshid=zpwey1tiy9dr

In the next instalment of #workingfromhomefrocks is what I wore to the post box HA! . . It’s that @spell dress I got from @ltd. EDT bushfire fundraiser paired perfectly with that bag I got on the same day at the @lovemeagainmarket and @zoekratzmannfootwearandapparel via @neogeneralist and my vintage @chanelofficial beaded belt . . Actually, my post box has been super busy lately from all the stuff I got in support of the #spendwiththem by @moltenstore campaign . . From mosquito repellent from @bushorganics to flowers for a friend from @willowandfleur and that fabulous frock from @saloondesignhouse . . I obviously took the call for support the bushfire stricken areas very seriously . . But seriously, if you have a birthday or a present to buy why not buy from a small business? . . Check out the #shopwiththem hashtag for a list of business that will literally do a dance when you shop with them 👏 . . #ethicalclothing #ethicalfashion #sustainablefashion #slowfashion #ethicallymade #sustainableclothing #vintageshop #ethicalfashionblogger #fashionrevolution #slowfashionmovement #circularfashion2020 #30wears #circularfashion #lowbuy2020 #styledsustainable #SpotMyStyle #realstreetstyle #oootd #loopistyle (at Newstead, Brisbane) https://www.instagram.com/p/B76pAlqAyuD/?igshid=1isnivaurgtpa

The initiative behind this idea is phenomenal....helping people back on their feet is so much about helping things to feel normal, and supporting local businesses in bushfire affected areas and spending money to help them help themselves is such a powerful action to take.⠀ Next time you need to do a spot of shopping make sure you check out this page and find yourself a small business in need.⠀ #everylittlebithelps⠀ .⠀ From @spendwiththem⠀ Our hearts go out to everyone affected by these destructive fires. What gives us hope is the way that the country has banded together to support our citizens in need. It is amazing to see how businesses great and small have joined in to help. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ This is the positive power of social media - to inform, to educate, to raise funds, to spread awareness and to SUPPORT those suffering. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ We do urge people to double-check the businesses and charities they are supporting. The downside of social media is that people will try and profit from this, but a small amount of research and awareness before you shop or donate will ensure that your money goes straight to a cause. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ There are so many charities and organisation to support, but we'd also love to point everyone in the direction of the @spendwiththem initiative, featuring businesses affected by the fires, where you can show ongoing support and really help rebuild the towns/tourism/businesses of those affected. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ These people need your ONGOING business. We are so proud of everyday Australians helping. Let's do everything we can! #shopwiththem #spendwiththem #supportthem⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ #bushfireappeal#nswfires#donate#supportthecause#Australianbushfires#youcanhelp#shopwiththem#spendwiththem#supportsmallbusiness⠀ ⠀ Reposted using @plannthat"⠀ ⠀ 📱 Reposted with @plannthat (at Brisbane, Queensland, Australia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7CwWFjnrjd/?igshid=1bf9oapxp2wli

I am not going to lie. It’s hard to get motivated to do “outfit” posts when so much is going on around the word and especially here in Australia with the bushfires . . I wanted to thank you for all of your support with my little frock-auction (borrowing that term from the fabulous @katy_potaty) . . A lovely lady from New Farm was the highest bidder and donated $280 towards the #bushfiresaustralia fundraiser by the @redcrossau and I couldn’t be happier that in a small way we were able to help . . @kylieandthemachine and friends are getting closer and closer to their 500 #coolthefiries neck ties. I had to work today, so sadly missed out, I’ll definitely go back for another round if there’s another call out . . Finally, Jessie from @moltenstore has joined the #shopwiththem initiative and shared so many lovely businesses that are in the bushfire areas that are in need of our support . . As you can see there are loads of way to get involved and I couldn’t be happier to see so many people doing their best to help! . . #ethicalclothing #ethicalfashion #sustainablefashion #slowfashion #ethicallymade #sustainableclothing #vintageshop #ethicalfashionblogger #fashionrevolution #slowfashionmovement #nothingnew2019 #buynothingnew2019 #buynothingnew #30wears #shop216commercialroadantiques #styledsustainable #SpotMyStyle #realstreetstyle #slowfashionseason #oootd #lowbuy2020 #loopistyle #bushfiresaustralia (at Newstead, Brisbane) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7AorTjgGIx/?igshid=5y6woligy528