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From eco-friendly textiles to fair trade goods, there are plenty of opportunities to shop ethically these days. Of course, conscious consumption is a larger lifestyle change and one that can be incredibly intimidating to initiate. If you're interested in developing a habit that's sustainable and impactful in the long run, one small step you can take right now is making the leap from fast fashion to slow fashion.
At its core, the slow fashion movement is all about prioritizing quality and longevity through every step of the manufacturing process, from the initial design to the final purchase. For brands and designers, this can encompass things like slower production schedules, fair wages, lower carbon footprints, upcycled materials, and less waste. But for us consumers, it can simply be a matter of understanding how an item was responsibly made and choosing to purchase that item with intent over a lower quality, mass-produced alternative.
To make things even easier, it just so happens that plenty of our favorite (and superstylish!) brands at Nordstrom already fall into this category. If you're looking to change up your consumption habits for the better, these 12 brands are a good place to start.