42 www.CharlestonWomenPodcast.com | www.ReadCW.com | www.Instagram.com/CharlestonWomen In a world where everything old is new again, thrifting for clothing has become an increasingly popular pastime. While the trend can be a lucrative business opportunity for resellers as well as an effective strategy for cost-cutting, it is also a fast-growing movement in the realm of health and wellness. One reason is that skin is the largest organ of the body and as such, it is important to be mindful of what we are putting next to or on it. According to Kayleigh Gernard, co-owner of Janet’s Vintage, synthetic materials such as rayon, polyester and elastane found in clothing are made of toxins like plastic and chemicals. “As many modern-day garments are formulated with these ingredients, the quality is not meant to last. When you look at or touch those sorts of fabrics, it’s obvious they’re not natural,” she said. Showrunner of the Holy City Vintage Market, Asiah Mae, added, “Manufacturers of cheaper clothing that mimic higher quality don’t want their products to last because then you won’t buy them again so quickly.” To look for treasures that will stand the test of time, she suggested exploring the collections of vintage items at the Holy City Market, where seeing, feeling and sharing the history of the clothing, art and home accessories on offer A Clean Sleeve Suit up for sustainability BY SARAH ROSE Charleston Women in Style Kayleigh Gerrnard, Drake Smith and Janet the dog.
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