What Your First Sustainable Trend Says About You
Each of us were drawn to the sustainability movement from different avenues. Whether it was an influencer you followed, a documentary you watched, or someone at a Harry Styles concert with a save the turtles poster – no path is better than another. Some sustainability trends have lasted over the test of time, and others have been replaced by more attainable or approachable options. For a little fun, we created a guide for finding out what your very first sustainability trend says about you!
1. The Valiant Raw Vegan
You are a natural born leader with tons of ambition, dedication, and drive. In your social circle you are definitely the “Yes!” friend – always ready for an adventure and a good time. Just like being a Raw Vegan implies, you love a good challenge and you fully commit to everything you do. Your friends can count on you to be loyal, supportive, and 100% honest. But you are more sensitive than many people realize. You have a lot of passion for the things that matter to you including the planet, animals, and other humans! Everything you do is for the things you care about and you never sacrifice your values. Maybe you're still a raw vegan or maybe not, but you are definitely still leading your friends and community in sustainability.
2. The Capsule Closet Cutie
You are a genuine, very friendly person, and you approach things with a practical perspective. Your friends might describe you as the mom friend. You are someone who always thinks through your decisions and approaches things with a forward thinking perspective. You might not be the person to have a wild Friday night plan, but you are the person to share your five year plan with anyone who asks. Your friends come to you for advice, for a good pep-talk, and for a reason not to text their ex. You know that the best way to make an impact is to play the long game, and create goals that are reachable. The capsule closet is one of the most “no frills” sustainability trends, and you know if there is one thing you can commit to it is always realism. But don’t forget to throw in some quirky vintage shoes or a funky thrifted handbag every once and awhile!
3. Miss Mason Jar of Trash
You may be described as mysterious, enigmatic, and intelligent. You are definitely the trendsetter of your group. You are someone who is consistently clued into the latest movements, the coolest new spots, and the best new brands. Gatekeeping aside, you love sharing trends, hot spots, and new movements with your community. Your friends come to you for fashion inspo, a good restaurant recc, and an honest review on their tinder profile. Just like the Mason Jar Trash trend, you function best under shock and awe. You know when something isn’t meant to last, so it's likely you have moved on to more approachable Zero Waste habits, but your commitment and care is ever present.
4. Thrift Flip Fairy
You are creative by nature with tons of energy, and you can usually be found jumping from project to project. You are the type of person that picks up a new hobby and totally kills it right from the start. To your friends, you are the one to always think up new things to do when the group gets stuck in a rut. Boredom, creative blocks, and lack of motivation are your worst fears. If something in your closet is starting to feel dull you are always thinking of ways to cut it, mend it, and re-work it to keep your wardrobe as fresh as possible. It’s likely that if this was your first trend you’ve probably expanded your creative repertoire to include things like knitting, sewing, crocheting, or making your own handmade pieces.
5. Shampoo Bar Baddie
You are known for your optimistic energy, earnestness, and your passion for the things that matter most to you. Whenever you find an issue or subject that matters to you, you tend to dive head first, educating yourself and everyone you know about your new interest. Your positive side makes you a gifted teacher in the sustainability community and you are always looking for ways to encourage other people to find their own avenues for expressing their passion. You are rarely discouraged and try your best to keep focused towards the future. No amount of Shampoo Bar trial and error and dry or greasy hair horror stories has stopped you from making product swaps! In fact, the challenge just keeps you committed to doing more for your planet!
6. Reusable Straw Sweetie
You are often described as someone who makes everyone laugh. You often bring light into any room you enter, and sometimes are described as the life of the party. You are not someone to take life or yourself too seriously. You love to travel, experience new things, and make connections wherever you go. Just like the Reusable Straw trend, you certainly make an impact on the people you meet. When it comes to sustainability it's important to have someone that can gather a crowd and inspire others to join the community. You are wonderful at leading a movement because of your captivating essence, so keep on moving the masses!