The Devastating Impacts Of Fast-Fashion Jewellery
3 WAYS FAST-JEWELLERY IS HURTING MOTHER NATURE
When we think of fashion choices that cost the planet, ‘fast fashion’ is often the first culprit that comes to mind.
However, fast jewellery is just as guilty, if not... more so.
Can you think of a time where you bought a cheap piece of jewellery, wore it a few times before it turned into a waterlogged green colour, and now it’s sitting in the box… or bin?
Now think of how many times you’ve done that.
Look, I’m not writing this to shame you. In fact, I am guilty of doing this more times than I am proud to admit.
The reality is, ‘cheap’ jewellery really adds up when you’re buying it often.
And with a cheap price tag comes a LARGE cost to the planet.
Here’s 3 ways fast-fashion jewellery is devastating Mother Nature (and humans):
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The Unsustainable Cycle of Waste: The rapid production and disposal cycle of fast jewellery contributes to significant waste. Much like fast fashion or ‘throwaway fashion', excess amounts of used pieces are ending up in landfill.
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The Devastation of Gold Mining: Gold is a staple in jewellery, but the mining process destroys landscapes, contaminates drinking water from toxic run off, and even force people to leave their homes. While solid gold or gold filled jewellery can be a sustainable choice due to its longevity, cheap ‘gold plated’ pieces that last mere months are costing the planet.
- Social Impacts: Fast jewellery's quick turnaround exacerbates societal issues in developing countries, where labor regulations are lax, leading to exploitation and unsafe working conditions.
The good news is, the jewellery landscape is changing… and making sustainable choices just got a whole lot easier.
Our jewellery making kits were created to empower everyone - from complete beginners to advanced jewellery makers - to reuse, reduce and recycle their jewellery.
And no, we’re not talking about those beading kits you played with as a child.
These kits are high-end. All the materials inside are waterproof, durable, gentle on skin, tarnish-resistant, and long-lasting. Meaning, every piece of jewellery you make will last, even if you never take it off. (Shop kits here).
Learning to make your own high-quality jewellery is the BEST way to put an end to fast-fashion jewellery and you’ll save yourself hundreds of wasted dollars along the way.
And, if you’re like us and love getting something ‘new’... you don’t have to buy something to get that dopamine hit. (Yes, online shopping does that!) Simply recycle one of your old pieces into something fresh. You might even find the process of creation is far more rewarding than an impulse buy.
We believe that making your own jewellery is a form of active meditation. A moment just for you to zone out from your busy life & spend some quality self-care time creating & making something beautiful.
If you’re yet to make your own jewellery, start today. Shop our collection of high-end kits to suit your style. And don’t worry if you’ve never made anything more than a beaded bracelet! Our kits come with step-by-step instructions to make world-class pieces.
Plus, we have a supportive group of fellow jewellery makers of all levels here. Join here for tutorials, inspiration, and ask anything! We’ll see you on the inside.
Happy creating :)