Zoom out to the rest of America, and closer to14.4 million tons1of textiles are trashed annually.

So the fewer clothes we buy in the first place, the better.

First, look into the clothing recycling systems near you using this guide.

Emma Loewe

How to decide what to do with old clothes.

For brands, they offer a way to express environmental values and attract more customers.

How do I find clothing recycler near me?

They’re usually located outside busy shopping centers, at weekly farmers markets, or in large apartment buildings.

“Just get creative and ask around.”

The bottom line.