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Why Rewear and Repair Matter More Than Recycling

Recycling has its place, but it’s not the whole solution. Most of the clothes we wear — especially fast fashion — are made from blended fibres like polyester mixed with cotton or wool. These blends are hard to separate and often too poor in quality to recycle.

That’s why I focus on rewear and repair — because they’re practical, personal, and powerful.

Rewearing means making the most of what you already own. It’s about styling pieces differently, layering creatively, and embracing the stories stitched into your clothes.

Repairing is about care. It’s about slowing down, choosing to mend instead of discard, and learning the skills to make your wardrobe last.

How I Practice Rewear and Repair

For me, rewear and repair isn’t just a concept — it’s how I live and work. Here’s what that looks like:

• I rewear what I already own — sometimes restyled, sometimes reworked.
• I repair garments to extend their life and honour their story.
• I shop secondhand and support brands that value circular fashion.

These small choices add up. They help reduce waste, celebrate craftsmanship, and keep clothes in circulation — which is far more impactful than relying on recycling alone.

A Shout Out to Reskinned

One brand I’ve been loving lately is Reskinned. They take old or damaged clothes and give them a second life — either by repairing them or transforming them into something new.

It’s a brilliant example of circular fashion in action. Instead of sending clothes to landfill, they’re creating a system where garments can be reused, reimagined, and revalued.

I think more brands should be doing this — and more of us should be supporting them.