13. Shop at Thrift Stores
Each year, the average American generates 82 pounds of textile waste from discarding used clothes. It is not a small number. There is a misconception that thrift shops should be for the poor. They believe that if they buy from those stores, they compete with those who have more needs. This is a great way to extend the life of clothes before it falls into landfills.
Big savings chains like Goodwill are so much donated that they can’t handle them all. You might be surprised to find that there are many great things out there, and some even have their labels intact. If you’re looking for a great deal, take a look at Goodwill Outlets, where clothing is only $ 1 per pound. And most Salvation Army stores have one day a week, with almost everything being 50% off.