July 2020 – Thrifty Mango

July 28, 2020

How to Become a Spectacular Secondhand Shopper

With the treatment of staff and working conditions in Boohoo's factory in Leicester being revealed recently, many people are looking for more ethical clothing companies. Shopping secondhand is also a good way to avoid fast fashion and shop ethically. You can do this in charity/thrift shops or online using websites like Depop and eBay. "Thifting" AKA secondhand shopping isn't something that people are born good at, it takes patience and practice like all things do. So here's a few tips to get you started...

July 28, 2020August 7, 2020

Learning How to Skateboard

After returning from a much-needed two-week-long trip home to see my family, my boyfriend found two secondhand cruiser skateboards on Facebook marketplace. He had mentioned to me before that he had always wanted to learn but didn't want people to see him fall over in public. So, I volunteered to learn with him so he wouldn't have to embarrass himself alone.

July 17, 2020July 21, 2020

6 Simple Ways to Help the Environment without Spending Money

As a student, I can't always afford the eco-friendly and sustainable products that I want. I would love to support low-impact companies that produce plastic-free and environmentally conscious products, but I understand and accept that these aren't always within my budget. Many people are probably in the same boat as me and can't afford the most sustainable clothing and home-ware options. However, You don't need to break the bank to help the environment. Here are some simple and cheap ways to help save our planet...

July 6, 2020April 12, 2021

Planning Life Post-lockdown

With the end of the COVID-19 lockdown on the horizon, I feel it's time to talk about what I'm looking forward to when everything is (almost) back to normal. Regular, everyday life seems like a distant memory, but if we play our cards right, hopefully, normality will be just around the corner. Of course, our definition of normal may have to change to include social distancing and face masks but I think it'll be worth it...