The Voice of the Loy Norrix Community

Knight Life

The Voice of the Loy Norrix Community

Knight Life

The Voice of the Loy Norrix Community

Knight Life

Citizen sorting through pieces of clothing at New Way Thrift off East Cork Street.

Thrifting is slowly overcoming fast fashion in America’s youth

Cavan Helms, Sports Editor December 14, 2023

It’s hard to resist buying that $12 outfit from Shein with one click of a button, but we all need to overcome this urge and appreciate the value of clothing. Clothes play a huge role on the world as...

The wars on thrifting and fast-fashion didnt accomplish much

The wars on thrifting and fast-fashion didn’t accomplish much

Eleanor Cook, Executive Editor December 4, 2021

One of the most beloved pieces in my wardrobe is a red slip skirt I bought a few years ago on clearance. I wear it at least once a week despite the stigma around outfit-repeating, often feeling that wearing...

The climate crisis and self-esteem: it’s all connected

The climate crisis and self-esteem: it’s all connected

Josephine Velo, Executive Director November 13, 2021

  If you have ever wondered what you can do to help climate change, there is hope. Individual environmentalism can be very rewarding on the path to reducing waste, and we can also gain the benefits...

Portage Central Junior Hannah Huff browses a selection of $10 vintage t-shirts.

Vintage in the Zoo vendors speak on sourcing and sustainability

Milo Turner, Social Media Team October 27, 2021

On October 9, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. sellers and buyers alike met in the yard behind Anna Whitten Hall, brought together by their shared appreciation for decades-old clothing and furniture.  This event,...

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