80's Fashion Fever: Insights from a Visually Impaired Thrifter

Reloved Radio: Sustainable Fashion Stories

Explore the vibrant world of 80's fashion from a unique perspective as we sit down with Rebecca Collins, a visually impaired thrifter. From navigating the op-shops to identifying authentic labels, discover valuable insights and tips for incorporating 80's fashion into your wardrobe.

Guest bio:

Rebecca Collins is a visually impaired thrifter, with a passion for shopping 80s pre-loved clothing and creating inspiration through her head-to-toe Instagram " Outfit of the Day '' stories. Bec started reselling on Poshmark through the pandemic - to clean out her wardrobe and create a side hustle after recuperating from major eye surgery - to today where Bec sells a curated 80s vintage collection at suburban markets, through Instagram and Facebook, and in selected vintage shops. Bec is looking to take her thrifting to the next level by working with the Blind and Low vision (BLV) community, to help educate and empower people that live with a visual disability, to help them understand that fashion is accessible for all.

Connect with Bec:

@aninsightfulhaul on Instagram

Mentioned in this episode:

• Claire Press, Sydney-based sustainability communicator, filmmaker, author and presenter
• 'The Way We Wore' on ABC iView
• Nourished Life
• Ballarat Wholefoods Collective Op Shop & Vintage Market
• Wardrobe Crisis Sustainable Fashion Podcast
• Low Tox Life Podcast

About the show:

This is Reloved Radio: Sustainable Fashion Stories, the fortnightly show that brings you inspiring stories from guests who are making a positive impact in the sustainable fashion space.

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Credits:

Music: 'Old Leather Sneakers' by PineAppleMusic