rewearing
Putting on again
Rewearing is putting on clothing that has already been worn, typically without washing it first.
The practice has gained attention in discussions of sustainability and reducing laundry frequency: Rewearing jeans a few times before washing extends their life.
The word also applies to wearing items again after a long absence: She's rewearing her grandmother's vintage coat.
Not harming the environment
- environmentalOf natural surroundings
- greenColor of vegetation
- longevityDuration of existence
- durabilityResistance to wear
mindful · ethical · reduce · reuse · conservation · low-impact · intentional
Improving discarded materials' value
- repurposingAdapting for different use
- customizingAltering to individual preference
- DIYAmateur home projects
- creativityCapacity for original thought
transformation · reinventing · accessorizing · layering · mixing · remixing · updating · refreshing
Careful use of resources
- budget-friendlyLow in cost
- savingsAccumulated money kept
- frugalSparing with resources
- cost-effectiveGiving good return cheaply
affordable · value · practical · smart · economizing · minimalist
Quality from past eras
- prelovedAlready owned once
- consignmentBatch delivered for selling
- thriftedBought used, cheaply
- hand-me-downsPre-worn inherited garments
resale · swap · used · heirloom · inherited · borrowed · estate-sale · flea-market
Capable in varied contexts
- layeringForming successive strata
- neutralNot favoring any side
- timelessUnaffected by eras
- basicsFoundational knowledge of something
staples · everyday · capsule · multipurpose · functional · durable · machine-washable · low-maintenance
Repairing by covering
- darningRepairing fabric by weaving
- sewingCraft with needle and thread
- tailoringCustom clothing adjustment
- alterationsChanges made to something
repairs · stitching · hemming · buttons · zippers · reinforcing · embroidery · refreshing
eco-friendly
Not harming the environment
- environmentalOf natural surroundings
- greenColor of vegetation
- longevityDuration of existence
durability · mindful · ethical · reduce · reuse · conservation · low-impact · intentional
upcycling
Improving discarded materials' value
- repurposingAdapting for different use
- customizingAltering to individual preference
- DIYAmateur home projects
creativity · transformation · reinventing · accessorizing · layering · mixing · remixing · updating · refreshing · styling
thrift
Careful use of resources
- budget-friendlyLow in cost
- savingsAccumulated money kept
- frugalSparing with resources
cost-effective · affordable · value · practical · smart · economizing · minimalist
vintage
Quality from past eras
- prelovedAlready owned once
- consignmentBatch delivered for selling
- thriftedBought used, cheaply
hand-me-downs · resale · swap · used · heirloom · inherited · borrowed · estate-sale · flea-market · garage-sale
versatile
Capable in varied contexts
basics · staples · everyday · capsule · multipurpose · functional · durable · machine-washable · low-maintenance · comfortable
patching
Repairing by covering
- darningRepairing fabric by weaving
- sewingCraft with needle and thread
- tailoringCustom clothing adjustment
alterations · repairs · stitching · hemming · buttons · zippers · reinforcing · embroidery · refreshing · restoration
- waste reductionreuse, recycle bin, refill, upcycle, downcycle
- sustainable livingrecycling, composting, solar power, wind power, renewable
wear, wearing, wears, wearer, wearers, wearable, unwearable, rewear, rewears