Summer’s here, and it’s hot girl season—but make it sustainable. Whether you're hitting up music festivals, thrifting for funky treasures, or just lounging in your backyard with an iced coffee, there are so many ways to keep your vibe high and your impact low.
Here are 5 easy, fun, and totally do-able ways to stay cool and eco-conscious this summer:
☀️ 1. Wear Upcycled Fashion (Duh!)
You already know this is the heart of The Modern Alien. Upcycled pieces are not only better for the planet—they’re softer, more comfortable, and way cooler-looking. Why wear the same fast fashion tank as everyone else when you could rock a crop top made from a baby blanket or a dress that used to be a curtain?
Bonus: You’ll stay cooler because natural and worn-in fabrics breathe better than synthetic, sweat-trapping fast fashion.
💧 2. Choose Reusables (That Actually Look Cute)
Ditch the plastic water bottles and grab a funky reusable one (stickers required). Same with straws, tote bags, and containers. The key is finding reusable gear that fits your style. Make it a fashion moment.
Think: rainbow tumblers, mesh grocery totes, or hand-painted thrifted jars turned into drink cups.
🌿 3. Shop Local, Thrifted, or Handmade
Skip the big box stores when you can. Supporting small creators, vintage shops, and handmade vendors is one of the best ways to vote with your dollar. Plus, your outfits and home goods will have way more personality.
Hot Tip: Plan a thrift day with friends and turn it into a challenge—who can find the weirdest (yet cutest) thing?
🌈 4. Line Dry and Air It Out
Your clothes don’t need a dryer this summer—just some sunshine and a breeze. Line-drying saves energy and helps your clothes last longer (especially your upcycled babies). Plus, it just feels like summer.
Hang your pieces on a funky clothesline, balcony railing, or even a tree branch. Make it part of your ritual.
🧵 5. Get Creative with What You Already Own
Before you buy anything new, try reworking what’s already in your closet. Cut a tee into a crop top. Layer a dress over pants. Add some funky patches or paint. You don't need money to make fashion magic—just a little creativity.
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Summer is about freedom, and sustainability is just another form of it.
Freedom from waste, freedom from cookie-cutter trends, and freedom to express yourself in your weirdest, wildest form.
Let this be your coolest and greenest summer yet.