Social media influencers have opened a new front in consumer purchasing by doing cheap “fashion hauls” from fast fashion brands such as Shein and Princess Poly. These influencers’ reviews of clothing for their followers is altering our relationship with clothes and consumption. Yet, in indigenous and BIPOC communities there is a rich and deep relationship with clothing and textiles that still thrives. Sustainable fashion blogger Niha Elety, who boasts more than 30,000 followers, will join us to talk about the intersection of textiles, culture, and BIPOC communities and how we can implement Earth-friendly practices in our own daily fashion and consumption.