Eco-Friendly Fashion: Simple and Stylish Ways to Green Your Closet

1. Make practical fashion purchases when you go shopping. Only buy clothing you absolutely love, fits great, and will wear from season to season. In other words, avoid impulse buys.

2. Clean out your closet. There is nothing like shopping in your own wardrobe. Take a little time to clean out your closet. Sometimes you'll find some great fashion items you forgot you had. Plus it is a great opportunity to bag up all your unwanted clothing for a local women's shelter or thrift store.

3. Host a clothing exchange party. Get a group of friends and friends of friends together for a fashion swap. New-to-you clothing by way of good, old-fashioned and recycled fun.

4. Sell your unwanted clothing on eBay. eBay is a fabulous and easy way to turn your used clothing into a little cash. You might just be surprised at how much someone is willing to pay for your "junk."

5. Shop for vintage and new-to-you clothing on eBay. Once you're done selling your unwanted clothing, try shopping on eBay. eBay is an excellent resource for affordable vintage and used clothing.

6. Go to recycled clothing stores. Try shopping at Buffalo Exchange or Crossroads Trading Company. Both stores carry a fabulous selection of high-end brands and contribute a percentage of their sales to local and/or environmental charities. If you don't have either store near you, try checking out local consignment and thrift stores.

7. Check out garage sales and flea markets. Garage sales and flea markets are a limitless adventure. You never know what you might find.

8. Make your own clothing and accessories. Upcycling is a hip option for creative individuals and with a variety of make-it-yourself and craft websites, you'll never be without great new options for recycling your unwanted clothing.

9. Support local, independent and small businesses. Shop for fashion at places like Etsy.com or 1000markets.com for handcrafted clothing, jewelry and accessories. Or shop at the Mom and Pops in your neighborhood. When you support the local, small and independent businesses and artisans, you are investing in community, individuality and the economy.

10. Shop at eco-friendly businesses. Support companies with ethical, environmental, and socially-responsible business practices. With many affordable and eco-friendly choices, you are bound to find the perfect green compliment to your wardrobe.