In today’s blog, I’m writing about the conscious choice of fashion pieces – clothing that not only looks good but also “breathes” with us. Over the last few years, I’ve become increasingly selective about what I put into my body and what I wear. The realization that clothes are not just pieces of fabric, but elements that significantly influence my well-being, has led me to think about the holistic experience of dressing.
Natural, slow fashion, lightweight, made with love, sustainable, and local – does it seem like we’re looking for a needle in a haystack? Keep reading if you want to find out why it’s time to become consciously selective in our clothing choices.
Before delving into a deeper understanding of conscious fashion, let’s address the issues of fast fashion. With its endless stream of new trends, fast fashion invites us to continuous shopping, often overlooking its negative impacts on the environment, inhumane working conditions, and questionable quality of clothes. This consumption pattern not only depletes natural resources but also often involves the use of materials that can be harmful to our health. Clothes treated with harmful chemicals can affect our bodies much more than we realize. This constant desire for new and cheaper does not address our need for authenticity and a healthy connection with the clothes we wear.
Why Lightweight?
The significance of lightweight clothing goes deep into our physiological well-being, especially when talking about the impact on the respiratory system. Lightweight clothes allow the abdominal diaphragm to move freely during inhalation and exhalation. Even and deep breathing is crucial for maintaining the parasympathetic nervous system, which significantly contributes to our overall health and well-being.
Tight clothing around the waist can restrict the movement of the diaphragm, forcing us into shallow breathing. Over time, this can lead to altered breathing patterns, where breathing becomes more superficial, and chest breathing prevails. This type of breathing often leads to increased tension in the neck and shoulder muscles and can contribute to feelings of anxiety and stress.
Therefore, choosing lightweight clothes that do not restrict the movement of the diaphragm is essential for promoting a healthy spirit in a healthy and lightweight body. Choosing lightweight clothing is not just a fashion choice but a practical and holistic decision, where the clothes breathe together with the body.
Why Natural and Sustainable?
Choosing natural and sustainable materials and supporting slow fashion reflects a deeper respect for our planet and a commitment to ethical principles. We consciously move away from fast fashion, which often uses harmful chemicals and exploits labor, and turn towards clothes that not only reduce the risk of skin allergies and environmental damage but also promote fair working conditions. This holistic approach to fashion not only contributes to reviving local communities and encouraging sustainable production practices but also allows us to attribute greater value to each selected piece, leading to deeper satisfaction and conscious consumption. Natural materials like cotton, linen, hemp, and silk allow air to freely pass through the fabric, promoting natural exchange of heat and moisture between the body and its surroundings. This “breathing” property ensures comfort and freshness, helping to regulate body temperature and reduce sweating.
Why Made with Love?
Clothes made with love carry the energy of positive intentions and care. This energy is transferred to us when we wear these pieces, affecting our well-being and how we present ourselves to the world. Choosing such clothes supports craftsmen and designers who invest their passion and dedication into every stitch. These are clothes that tell stories – about tradition, innovation, persistence, and love for fashion pieces. Wearing a garment made with love means appreciating craftsmanship and consciously choosing quality that goes beyond the superficial shine of fast fashion.
In the search for deeper meaning and value that goes beyond fast fashion, I want to introduce you to four Slovenian brands that have inspired me with their approach to fashion.
In the search for deeper meaning and value that goes beyond fast fashion, I want to introduce you to four Slovenian brands that have inspired me with their approach to fashion.
ALINED emphasizes natural materials and handcraft, infusing each piece with soul and story. The creative duo, sisters Katja and Andreja, design clothes with love, reflecting connectivity and attention to detail. In each of their pieces, one can truly (and I emphasize TRULY!!!) feel the labor of love.
SALVIJA, created by Sara Valenci, bets on uniqueness and sustainability. Each piece of clothing is dyed and sewn by hand, highlighting individuality and respect for the environment.
LUCI CLOTHING, with its minimalist design, proves that simplicity and quality can go hand in hand. Luci creates clothes that are comfortable, functional, and designed for long-term wear.
WITCHES SISTERHOOD, created by Janja Videc, opens the door to a world of self-confidence and power. Her creations are tailored to the individual, emphasizing the importance of personal connection and expression through fashion. What attracts me most about Janja, besides her designs, are the divine materials to the touch.
We believe that everything aligns at a perfect time, space & place.˝
Andreja & Katja
ALINEDMy goal is to show you that clothing can be made in harmony with nature, without harming the environment, exploiting natural resources and violating workers’ rights, and still be modern and fashionable.˝
Lucie
LUCI CLOTHINGSara Valenci
SALVIJA LEISUREWEARThe eco-friendly brand Witches Sisterhood brings to the forefront the ancient archetypal soul of the witch in the guise of today’s woman, who struggles to escape the fast pace of modern life but can find a corner for herself through daily rituals, where she can stop and replenish her strength.
In this way, clothing also serves as a reminder of the daily ritual and as a means through which we maintain contact with ourselves.˝
Janja Videc
WITCHES SISTERHOOD
Choosing natural, lightweight, lovingly made, sustainable, and Slovenian clothes reflects our awareness of choice and decision-making, even if it’s not always possible to avoid fast fashion and unnatural materials. I admit that my wardrobe also contains fast fashion pieces, but a conscious consideration of our purchases and recognizing clothes as part of a holistic experience is a key step towards change. I invite you on a journey of conscious reflection on how even small decisions in our approach to dressing can contribute to significant positive changes for us and our planet.