Kylie's new collection, Dior drama, Shein tax, Emily in Paris & more

[@katierobinson]

📖 RESOURCES xx ASOS AI video: kzbin.infowt0oK1O0_Ew ASOS AI thread: x.com/katieerobinson_/status/1821537746768241005 Letter to Joe Biden from fashion industry: pingree.house.gov/uploadedfiles/final-_letter_to_wh_on_white_house_task_force_on_climate_and_trade.pdf What Bangladesh situ might mean for fashion: sourcingjournal.com/topics/labor/bangladesh-garment-workers-interim-government-democracy-protests-521824/ www.voguebusiness.com/story/sustainability/what-bangladeshs-political-shake-up-means-for-fashion?uID=ae339428cef3dc7efdbcaa91315ba8e4206ecb275c19ed7ff59a9ab7a751caaa&VB_NEWS_Hilary_WED_310724&VB_NEWS_Hilary_WED_130824&VB_VogueBusiness How sustainable is Phoebe Philo? Substack: tiffaniedarke.substack.com/p/phoebe-philo-is-here-but-is-it-sustainable AirBnB x By Rotation: journal.byrotation.com/airbnb-x-by-rotation/ Shein South Africa tax: www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3271154/shein-temu-face-uncertain-times-south-africa-eu-other-markets-amid-high-tariff-push

[@thriftedfinds]

I’m proudly South African 🇿🇦 and happy that we’re taking sustainability more seriously (hopefully)!

[@AlexHider]

Trade and climate are like, the two main categories that fashion retail factors into heavily, it’s bizarre they weren’t included to begin with. It’s like coming over to someone’s house and forgetting they are there lmao

[@katierobinson]

it's truly insane, ppl continue to treat fashion like it's a frivolous unimportant industry but it's responsible for so much pollution and we need to be addressing it's impact asap before it gets worse

[@alisha9197]

I would love the see more sustainable brands in countries like Bangladesh so the people can keep their jobs (but better), with more time for garments and sustainable fabrics and work ethics

[@katierobinson]

yess!! upskilling garments and focusing more on quality and less on volume would be ideal

[@alnsubuga]

There’s a company called PHVLO that’s trying to do this in China - working with the garment industry to reduce their environmental impact and make more sustainable clothing + retraining/reskilling workers so they have longer and more diverse careers..

[@alisha9197]

@@alnsubuga amazing! I'll check it out!

[@Bobo-xt1ee]

Thank you! Because of your channel, I’ve started reflecting more on the environmental and social impact of my fashion purchases.

[@katierobinson]

sooo happy to hear that!!! thanks for watching 🫶

[@ZenzoSezSo]

Love these roundups, they keep me updated and well-informed, thank you!

[@katierobinson]

they're super fun to make for me too!!

[@asleepybeauty-r3i]

Katie-- thank you so much for your content! It's refreshing to see a fashion journalist (as opposed to fashion influencer, or blogger)-- your reporting is on point. As a fellow fashion writer, I find your content digestable, educational, and you seem to always inject your personal touch into each video. I love to see it!

[@asleepybeauty-r3i]

Also want to add that ironically, as you were introducing the Nike bit, a Nike ad came on lol.

[@katierobinson]

aw tysm!! & ty for watching, would love to read your latest article 🫶

[@sanjanat1085]

I got so scared when I saw Lewis in the thumbnail😭😭😭😭

[@katierobinson]

looooool he's a dior icon now 🥴

[@nabilaxu]

As someone who is a british bengali, i’m grateful for you addressing the situation that happened in Bangladesh 👏🏽 so refreshing and rare to see platforms not only address issues in the western society but also overseas

[@renem2962]

You are definitely my favourite youtuber for sustainability fashion content ❤

[@katierobinson]

awww tysm 😭

[@klaudiak6615]

I love this style of chats!

[@cozycasasmr4510]

so cool that you talking about the south africa taxing! I didn't even know about it, I honestly thought it was already a thing because in the past I've paid an extra 45% of the price of goods at the post office

[@katierobinson]

oh interesting, it sounds like you're from SA - did you not have much public info on the change before it happened? would have imagined they'd advertised it to residents more?x

[@tanyaskokleva3042]

We will never be "sustainable" as long as there is production. Unless you cultivate your fibers and see what is going on it's just greenwashing at best from these new brands. Also I think designers should make fashion shows when they are ready and not for the sake of the Fashion week.

[@tarynbee]

Awe, I’m glad this came up as a suggestion today. I enjoyed this content and will skim through your page now to enjoy more. I just love this review. Appreciate you

[@katierobinson]

tysm for watching!

[@strawberrry1997]

Thanks for this, so informative and I appreciate you doing the research for us!!

[@katierobinson]

aw thanks for watching !! love doing these kind of videos 🫶

[@baby.nay.]

That’s kind of funny that they want to remove seller fees now . I’ve sold so many things on the platform where I literally made one dollar. I’m not a reseller. These were my own things that I was trying to get rid of. I even have items on there that are priced so low that it says I actually won’t make any money if I sell them it’s kind of ridiculous. They’ll tell you to re price an item and then it’s like zero dollar profit.😂

[@535INY]

I’m new to your channel and your video is so well done and informative - I’m subscribing! I was wondering where you get your news sources from and which ones you keep up with for fashion industry analytics? I’m in school for PR and my goal is to work in fashion PR so it would be helpful

[@venessascott_uk]

Super interesting and informative. Thank you 🫶

[@katierobinson]

@@venessascott_uk tysm!!!!

[@s0ph1233-o]

Katie I'd love to see you talk about Hiccup, they pricing is so cheap it screams greenwashing!

[@katierobinson]

i haven't actually heard of them before!! just had a quick look on their website tho and they seem very Shein-y - had a good laugh at their sustainability page which features the same small batch order excuse that all the other brands have, and also some of the vaguest statements i've seen 😭

[@katierobinson]

& having a whole section of your website nav dedicated to "under £10" doesn't exactly scream sustainability either 😅

[@RatGirl9000]

Hi, where are your dining chairs from behind you? Thank you for the video! ❤

[@katierobinson]

I'm so sorry but idk, this isn't my own apartment but one we had temporarily in Barcelona!!

[@emkab100]

Thanks for mentioning Bangladesh 😔 we dont need more suffering

[@katierobinson]

hope the situation only improves from here 🤍 are you from Bangladesh? how is it over there now things have changed??

[@emkab100]

Yes, its still very politically unstable and there have been a lot of riots and lootings during all of this. And now there are heavy floodings throughout the whole country 😢 but hopefully it gets better in he future. Thanks for caring ❤️

[@katierobinson]

it sounds so worrying, hope you and ur family stay safe & things calm down soon 🫶

[@mimmikibilly]

I can't imagine what it feels like. I wish for the situation to come to a postitve closure as soon as possible. Sending hugs ❤

[@randomcat9975]

I was recently looking into Vestiaire Collective! Do you think now might be a good time to get stuff from them? I’ve seen quite a lot of people with very bad experiences, but I’m wondering if the newfound attention might mean they’re willing to pay more attention to customer satisfaction.

[@katierobinson]

honestly i think it's hard to trust any site, ik vestiaire offer a valuation service for garments but i'd always be cautious shopping secondhand online and do my due diligence before buying anything!! i haven't heard anything specifically bad about them, what have you seen?? also just to go with what i said first, i did a video recently on tips for shopping secondhand online that may come in handy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/haXImIKwe8yiZrMsi=oujLtthsPrHo1KCg

[@randomcat9975]

@@katierobinson actually, I think that valuation feature might be the most featured thing in complaints! I’m been referring to Reddit, and most complaints are at least 9 months old, but there’s complaints about fakes of luxury goods, sellers losing money, and really bad customer service. I’ve been very bad at sticking to my resolution to only get stuff I can try on in-person…online stores are so good at making you want to buy from them! 😭

[@randomcat9975]

@@katierobinson I’ve seen that video! It’s always nice when the seller includes a picture of the tag, and Vestiaire Collective is pretty awesome when it comes to filtering results!

[@vivienkoles1880]

@@katierobinson There is s chanel called LuMi LevelUp I believe, and she talked about her buying an item which come damaged. She tried to complain about it and she needed to make several phone calls, etc. and the only reason she was able to deal with the issue is that she is a youtuber and the negative story she shared about Vestiaire Collective gained traction.

[@nin.-2644]

I've been a happy shopper with Vestiaire Collective since around 2017-2018, and I've mostly had great experiences! I tend to focus on quality clothing and vintage accessories, especially shoes, rather than the latest trending pieces. I typically place about 3 to 8 orders a year. At one point, Vestiaire was my go-to shop, right after my local consignment store. Over the last couple of years, I’ve noticed I've been shopping there a bit less often. It seems like they've become really popular, and I’m not finding the same great deals as before. As more people view designer items as investments, sellers have become a bit less flexible with pricing and discounting. I did have one experience with a fake item-a Jacquemus dress that didn't hold up well at all. It looked off once I tried it on, and the tag seemed a bit strange too. Although it passed authentification initially, I sent it back with my concerns, and they quickly refunded me. I've also placed order for items that didn't match their descriptions according to the quality control department, and I was either offered a discount or the option to cancel the purchase entirely. Plus, on the two occasion I ever had a lost package, they were quick to help track it down. Once, I received something I wasn't thrilled about (some small flaws that weren't disclosed in the listing), and they offered to refund me if I returned it, but I decided to keep it and just had a tailor fix it up. I've occasionally sold on VC too and it went well, I always got paid promptly. If you're thinking about shopping at VC, I’d recommend steering clear of whatever’s super trendy at the moment (e.g. those Lemaire bags when they’re all the rage). Checking out the seller’s closet can be really helpful too! Look for variety in their listings-if they’re only selling the latest hits or if the sizes of the items listed vary greatly, it might be a red flag. Also, see if they have a mix of brands rather than just the big names. I totally understand your hesitation, but keep in mind that people often share their negative experiences more loudly than the positive ones. Since VC is such a large platform, there are bound to be mixed reviews. Personally, I'd be cautious about buying non-vintage items from brands like Hermes, Dior, or Chanel, as those can be a bit risky. However, if you're interested in older pieces, up-and-coming designers, or brands that aren't in the spotlight anymore, it's definitely a great place to explore!

[@luisacarlamendes]

Love this content! God bless you ❤

[@katierobinson]

tysm for watching 🫶

[@alnsubuga]

16:28 I think governments are taking that approach to avoid having to make the same sustainability requirements of domestic firms. There’s also the risk of legal action (Investor-State Dispute Settlement) depending on the terms of a country’s trade agreements with whichever country is used as a company’s HQ.

[@katierobinson]

interesting, i hadn't thought of this reason!! thanks for sharing x

[@tokyobayliving3306]

Omg looking at the dior drama I’m soooo grateful my mom and dad is no longer involved.

[@chereshh]

omg thanks for a new video!! ❤

[@katierobinson]

haha thanks for watching !!

[@Ellecramfraiche]

Great video! So informative

[@katierobinson]

@@Ellecramfraiche tysm 🫶

[@sincerelyeliza]

Thank you!! ❤

[@katierobinson]

thanks for watching 🫶

[@tarreemhacaruso2687]

Vestiaire wants to crack the US market, stop with the AI customer service

[@xandi806]

so how do u want models to travel to fashion weeks across countries? walk? bicycle?

[@katierobinson]

looool pretty sure i only mentioned the countless buyers, influencers, journalists - bc i think we should be getting local coverage and local people going to these shows - and actually why shouldn't that extend to models? why do we need to fly in models when there's some located where the designers are?

[@summersevening]

@@katierobinsonseriously, why not give more people opportunities by bringing in local models in each location? Better for the planet, better for diversity, and helps counter nepotism etc, what’s the downside?

[@rosanamuriascarracedo9435]

Amazing work!! You are amazing!! But you have to keep working in your relationship with capitalism. It's worse than you even think.

[@katierobinson]

haha i definitely still have the urge to consume, it's not an easy thing to turn off when you're constantly surrounded by advertising!! just trying to be mindful and keep going on my conscious consumerism journey 🫶

[@crontainer8950]

"in limited supply"--- everything is in limited supply lol

[@maryjanedodo]

If you're into ethical sustainable fashion you'd be aware of what the garment industry is like in Bangladesh

[@katierobinson]

??

[@thewitchsfamiliar]

I like the idea of Vestaire Collections and what they aim to do. But to feature them in a show that is known for being insulting to France, French people and the French culture with a character with dubious morals such as Emily ... I am not so sure if that is "good news".

[@flowermeerkat6827]

Airbnb is a terrible company.

[@neznamtija8081]

Do u people really think anyone gives a damn about sustainability outside of ur minuscule social bubble?! I even think u don’t take it seriously urselves but just think it’s the right thing to do online hahhaha

[@katierobinson]

curious as to why you feel that way? i think sustainability is a growing topic that more ppl are interested in as economic / climate conditions worsen and we have to face the effect of our lack of action. many laws are now being introduced that will force brands to think about sustainability even if consumers aren't interested. curious as to your thinking, but please stay friendly!