Wearing: Esoteric Geometry

Over the past few months I've been really good with upholding my commitment to ethical fashion; most of my recent purchases have been from M&S and Noctex (both with stellar records). As a child of Scottish socialism, improving worker's conditions is very important to me, as well as supporting local independent designers (though, as previously mentioned, this isn't necessarily possible for everyone).

However, for all my gripes with it fast fashion is very tempting, and I was eyeing this jumper for a good few weeks before getting it on sale (huzzah!). The design is gorgeous, probably inspired by the occult trend (which I'm a raging fan of) and slots in smoothly with the rest of my wardrobe. It's a little bit like a tarot card - something I've been practicing reading recently - and also geometrical Islamic art. I like the environmental policies H&M have been implementing, but the conditions in their factories leaves much to be desired. Nonetheless, if there's any change in fashion it helps to support it, and an occasional lapse can be excused.

If I knew why I looked so surly in my photos, you wouldn't get so many grumpy expressions. 

Though being back for the summer means I'm mostly covered with mud and bits of plants from the garden, the removal of the requirement to look presentable reminds me how much I love dressing up. It also offers the opportunity for reflection on my wardrobe; something I've noticed is how I consistently fall back on a uniform of simple black dresses, vests, skirts and cozy jumpers. A jumper is possibly the least goth item of clothing I can think of, but this one might make the grade.

For all my adoration of crazy fashion, I'm a lover of comfort at heart.


For more information on ethical fashion, see Labour Behind the Label. Is anyone else as keen on the occult clothing that's been coming out? Does anyone have recommendations for more ethical brands? Let me know in the comments!





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