How to be a sustainable style queen: 10 ways to a guilt-free wardrobe

Ruth O’Connor provides her top ten tips for making fashion sustainable everyday

Zuri dress by Sika. UK£249. www.sikadesigns.co.uk

1 Shop local:

It’s no surprise that buying locally-made clothing is more sustainable and ethical — if you shop a fashion item made in Ireland you’re creating and sustaining jobs, lowering emissions, and buying from people who are protected by labour laws.