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30/10/2024

Thrilled to share that I’ve just published my first article on Substack! 🎉

Confessions of a Reformed Shopaholic is a new series where I dive into my evolving relationship with fashion—from a love of shopping sprees to embracing sustainable style. It’s been a transformative journey of learning to buy less, rent more, and make conscious choices, and I’m excited to bring you along for the ride.

Whether you’re a fashion lover, a sustainability advocate, or just curious, I’d love for you to join me in this new chapter.

Read the first piece here and let me know what you think (and don't forget to like, comment and subscribe).👗♻️👗

Welcome to my publication. Click to read STYLISA, by Lisa Maynard-Atem, a Substack publication. Launched a day ago.

23/10/2024

How Deb Bee is Weaving Sustainability into Fashion: A Journey from Harrods to Bee & Sons 🌱♻️

I’m thrilled to share my latest conversation with the incredible Deborah Bee founder of Bee & Sons, in Threads of Change: Conversations in Sustainable Fashion. Deb and I first at Harrods many years ago, where she was one of my greatest champions, supporting my work in social media for the brand. Her passion for fashion and sustainability has always shone through.

In this interview, Deb shares how she’s creating change in the fashion world by championing circular fashion, using recycled and natural fibres, and partnering with local manufacturers. Bee & Sons is proof that even small brands can make a big impact on sustainability.

From her candid thoughts on fast fashion to how consumers can make smarter choices, Deb’s journey is an inspiring reminder of how we can all do better in the fashion industry.

🌿 Curious about how Deb is turning recycled cashmere into stylish, sustainable knitwear? Read the full Q&A - https://www.stylisa.com/post/threads-of-change-conversations-in-sustainable-fashion-deb-bee

23/10/2024

How Deb Bee is Weaving Sustainability into Fashion: A Journey from Harrods to Bee & Sons 🌱♻️

I’m thrilled to share my latest conversation with the incredible Deborah Bee, founder of Bee & Sons, in Threads of Change: Conversations in Sustainable Fashion. Deb and I first at Harrods many years ago, where she was one of my greatest champions, supporting my work in social media for the brand. Her passion for fashion and sustainability has always shone through.

In this interview, Deb shares how she’s creating change in the fashion world by championing circular fashion, using recycled and natural fibres, and partnering with local manufacturers. Bee & Sons is proof that even small brands can make a big impact on sustainability.

From her candid thoughts on fast fashion to how consumers can make smarter choices, Deb’s journey is an inspiring reminder of how we can all do better in the fashion industry.

🌿 Curious about how Deb is turning recycled cashmere into stylish, sustainable knitwear? Read the full Q&A - https://www.stylisa.com/post/threads-of-change-conversations-in-sustainable-fashion-deb-bee

Bee & Sons founder Deb Bee shares her journey, from reviving recycled yarn to creating a circular fashion brand committed to sustainability.

22/07/2024

When Emma Lightbown reached out to me on LinkedIn and invited me to be a guest on her brilliant ‘Off the Hanger' podcast, it was an immediate yes. One of the great things about the world of work today is that from a career perspective, you can be multi-dimensional. You can be as passionate about fashion as you are about social justice. I thoroughly enjoyed talking about all things fashion with Emma - from sustainability and fashion rentals to my favourite piece of clothing. Thank you Emma.

Watch, listen and let me know what you think - https://youtu.be/1ukE21RlHbY

In this episode of "Off the Hanger," I chat with entrepreneur Lisa Maynard-Atem about her passion for fashion and sustainability. Lisa shares her journey fro...

10/04/2024

I've recently rediscovered the joys and rewards of using second-hand clothing apps to sell the clothes that I cannot rent and no longer wear. To my delight, I managed to turn a handsome profit of over £300 in just two weeks, thanks to Vinted!

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Read my latest article -

Join me as I delve into some of the best second-hand clothing apps that resonate with conscious consumers.

22/02/2024

More great press coverage for my fashion and finance journey.

A big thank you to Kate Graham and Danielle Lett for talking to me about my fashion rental journey for the latest issue of Take a Break magazine - official.

Now more than ever, it’s important to have more than one income stream. In the coming weeks and months, I’ll be sharing more about how I will be developing the Rent, Wear & Share brand.

Discover more - https://www.stylisa.com




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16/02/2024

Transform Your Wardrobe & Impact: Join Our 7-Day Challenge!

Exciting news for all fashion enthusiasts and sustainability advocates! Our 7-Day 'Rule of 5' Wardrobe Challenge is starting on Monday 19th February. It's a unique opportunity to creatively explore your wardrobe while making an impactful step towards sustainable fashion.

In just one week, you'll discover new ways to style, reduce waste, and connect with a community passionate about making fashion better for our planet. Whether you're looking to refresh your style, minimise your environmental footprint, or simply enjoy a fun fashion challenge, this is for you!

Don't miss out on this transformative journey. Read my latest article for all the details and how you can sign up. Let's make sustainable style the highlight of our February - https://www.stylisa.com/post/the-sustainable-wardrobe-challenge-week-starts-this-monday

The Sustainable Wardrobe Challenge Week is almost upon us! The 7-Day 'Rule of 5' Wardrobe Challenge, a journey that promises to transform our closets and our mindset towards fashion, kicks off this Monday, 19th February. If you haven't signed up yet, now's your chance to join us on this exciting adv...

27/11/2023

My latest article focuses on the French government's "repair bonus" initiative, which launched earlier this month, and represents a significant move towards a more sustainable fashion industry. It offers citizens subsidies of 6 to 25 euros for repairs on clothing and shoes to encourage reuse over disposal, addressing the issue of the roughly 700,000 tonnes of garments discarded annually in France​​.

Aligned with the principles of a circular economy, this initiative aims to increase the repaired items from 16 million in 2019 to 21.6 million by 2028, emphasising resource efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable consumption. It also seeks to shift consumer behaviour towards mindful practices and extends the lifespan of garments​.

This approach aligns with the broader shift towards conscious, environmentally friendly practices in fashion, including rentals, which further reduce consumption and extend the lifecycle of clothing​​.

Read my latest article. https://www.stylisa.com/post/france-s-fashion-fix-a-sustainable-stitch-in-time-saves-the-planet-and-your-wallet

France, renowned for its timeless fashion, is taking a bold step towards sustainable style. In an effort to combat the throwaway culture that's been plaguing the fashion industry, the French government has introduced a cash aid program aimed at encouraging people to repair their clothes. This initia...

17/05/2023

When I launched my first website a few weeks ago, I said that it was the first of a number of business ventures that I would be launching in the coming months. Well I’m delighted to announce that my second venture will be coming soon.

The STYLISA brand has its origins in fashion, as many years ago, I worked as a fashion stylist (hence the name - a fusion of ‘Stylist’ and ‘Lisa’), which is what led me into social media and marketing (I talked about this on a recent episode of the The Blair Project’s ‘See Me, Be Me’ podcast). Fast forward to present day, and the brand will be re-emerging with a focus on marketing and communications as well as something a little different - fashion and finance.

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