In addition to the thrill of finding a fabulous vintage garment, thrifting lessens the demand on traditional retailers, as less clothing produced means less waste in the future.

You can also practice slow fashion by mending clothing and conserving energy. Wash less frequently, use cold water, and hang laundry to dry instead of using a dryer.

When it comes to shopping, the best place to begin is your closet, taking stock of what you've got and focusing on styling new looks with the items you already love.

Clothing is often treated as disposable, but consider your clothes an investment for yourself and the planet's health.

Choosing brands that are transparent about their production processes, including sourcing, materials used, and labor practices, is essential to commit to a healthier planet.

Clothes made of natural fabrics will eventually biodegrade and are not made of pollutants, unlike synthetics and semi-synthetics which are made from non-biodegradable plastic.

As TikTok user @maggie_zhou says, slow fashion is about "lending, mending, swapping, upcycling, thrifting, renting, re-wearing, remembering who made them, and just buying less."