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[โ€“] SnotFlickerman@lemmy.blahaj.zone 57 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

Sewing, by hand or by machine.

Pollution from "fast fashion" is one of the most insidious types of pollution and one of the highest source of microplastics.

Knowing how to sew has allowed me to keep some garments looking new for over 15 years.

I still have a "snakes on a plane" themed hoodie from 2007 that is still going strong, thanks to sewing and proper washing/drying.

Knowing how to separate your clothing for washing is also helpful in this regard, because it also can make clothes last longer. T-shirts can last a decade if they're washed on a delicates cycle and hung out to dry.

I honestly could give a flying fuck if everything I own is out of style, I'm fucking old anyway.