We Do NOT Support Fast Fashion
April is a special month for us at Meadow Collective for a lot of reasons. But the main two are Earth Day and Fashion Revolution. As a boutique that sources sustainable fashion and gifts from sustainable brands like Spell, Indah, and Nine Lives Bazaar as well as local artisans, we’re trying to do our part to bring awareness to the horrors of the fast fashion industry.
Meadow’s Easy Last-Minute Halloween Costumes
Halloween is right around the corner, and Halloweekend is upon us! If you’ve had a busy fall like we’ve had, then planning what you’re going to wear for Halloween can seem like a stressful last-minute endeavor. And you can’t show up to the Halloween party costume-less, but do you really want to spend money on a costume that you’re ultimately going to throw away?
Meadow’s Fall Favorites
September 22nd was officially the first day of fall, and even though it’s still ridiculously hot in Miami, I’m ready to wear booties, layers, and jeans. I’m ready for darker, richer colors and knit fabrics. I’m ready for cooler days and nights when I can have a bonfire without sweating through my clothes. And most of all, I’m ready for fall fashion.
Meadow Collective Picks: Lindsey
I first met Lindsey rollerskating. I immediately loved her energy. She was so welcoming and encouraging, and she helped introduce me to Miami’s rollerskating community. Through the last couple of years, I’ve been privileged to have Lindsey help me create content and promote the Meadow Collective dream, and I’m even more privileged to have gotten the chance to know such an amazing person.
Fashion Revolution
A lot of people often ask me why the stuff I sell is so expensive, and I get it. If you’re used to buying from fast fashion like SheIn or H&M, some of the stuff in my shop can seem outrageous. But every time someone asks me that, I tell them a little bit about the piece they just picked up.
Happy Earth Day!
This year for Earth Day I went up to Black Point Dump aka Mt.Trashmore. As the highest point in Miami, it really is like a little mountain. Before now, I had only ever seen it from the bay, and I was curious about what it would be like up close.
Our Sustainable Brands Featuring Rolla’s Jeans
There’s something so effortless and timeless about a good pair of jeans. You can dress them up with a pair of heels and some accessories, or you can dress them down with a graphic tee and some sneakers. They’re great for almost every occasion. I know firsthand how important a good pair of jeans can be. That’s why when I was looking for a jeans brand for the shop, I landed on Rolla’s Jeans.
Real Leather vs. Vegan Leather
I know I may get some hate for this, but I don’t support vegan leather. And I refuse to sell vegan leather because it violates one of the shop’s core principles: sustainability. Although it may seem counterintuitive, vegan leather is actually much worse for the environment than regular leather. Because, vegan leather is essentially plastic.
Spell’s Impact Report 2023
You guys know how much I love Spell. Their values align perfectly with everything the shop stands for: slow fashion, garments made with high-quality materials by fairly-treated workers, and a commitment toward sustainability. It’s all these things that can make fashion a part of our lives and world without destroying it. So, when I get Spell’s yearly impact report, you know I have to share it.
The Best Thanksgiving Outfits
Thanksgiving is only a couple days away, and we’re so excited. So, to celebrate the upcoming holiday at the shop, we’ve pulled together a few of our favorite Thanksgiving outfits that are sure to look good in the family pics.
The Best Brunch and Happy Hour Outfits
I love the idea of brunch and happy hour with some good girlfriends. It’s a time to kick back, relax, and do something for yourself. And more than that, I love being able to put together an outfit that makes me feel good about myself, an outfit that makes me feel a little special. So, that’s why I’ve put together some of my favorite brunch and happy hour looks.
What It Feels Like To Be a Small Business Owner
What It feels like to be a small business owner…Brainstorming with my little team my girl thought it was a good idea for me to write a blog post about what it feels like to be a small business owner. I thought… yes what a great idea. I thought about it. I was thinking about all these great empowering feelings.
Why Is Cotton Better Than Polyester?
For this blog, I want to explain the importance of choosing natural fibers and why they are better for you, the environment, and your closet. Let’s take cotton and polyester. Since the 70s, polyester has come a long way. It’s virtually used in every clothing industry from athletic wear to breezy sundresses.
Our Sustainable Brands Featuring Crap
Made in L.A., Crap is an independent sunglass brand that represents the cool, effortless Californian lifestyle. Designed with surfers and skaters in mind, Crap makes a variety of sunglass styles that range from a vibrant, candy-colored 70s retro vibe to a grunge 90s skate aesthetic. But, it’s not just the styles that make Crap easy to love. No, the brand’s commitment to sustainability and decent price point make it an ultimate summer must-have.
Happy Earth Day And Fashion Revolution
This week is a big week for the Earth. With Earth day today and Fashion Revolution happening all week, I thought I’d take some time to explain why carrying sustainable brands means so much to me and the Earth. Since I was a kid, I always remember being connected to nature.
Spring Wardrobe Haul
This is absolutely one of my favorite times of the year, even if the pollen is driving me crazy. I love spring. I love the warmth. I love the anticipation of summer and summer trips. I love seeing everything bloom, and I love most of all the fashion that comes with spring. Even though the weather in Miami doesn’t change much, and we really don’t really have seasons, there’s a whole different look to spring fashion that I just can’t get enough of.
Our Sustainable Brands Featuring Spell
Here at Meadow Collective, one of our core values is sustainability. We care about selling high-quality clothes that are good for the planet. We don’t think that the future of fashion should be cheap and plastic-based. We don’t think that making the clothes we love means killing the planet we love. No, we’re in favor of a better method.
The Top 5 Best Last-Minute Halloween Costumes
Halloween is only a few days away! And if you’re stressing out about a costume, don’t worry! We have got the best last-minute Halloween costumes. Come into the shop, and we can help you put together a few looks from some of our favorite pieces. And, after Halloween is over, you’ll still have an awesome piece to add to your wardrobe.
Reflections from Plastic-Free July
As you know, Plastic-Free July has finally come to end. And over the course of this last month, I did my best to completely eliminate plastic from my everyday life. I avoided buying packaged blueberries. Everywhere I went, I carried my own cutlery. I didn’t buy bread because of its plastic wrappings. And I even brought my own containers to restaurants in case I had leftovers.
How to Reduce Plastic Waste by Brushing Your Teeth
Just because Plastic Free July is coming to an end doesn’t mean that you can’t keep trying to reduce your plastic use. Remember, every year, the average American generates about 230 pounds of plastic waste. That’s 230 pounds for every single person in the United States in one calendar year.