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In an era of fast fashion, Runway Recycled is leading the charge for sustainable style. Located in Moorestown, NJ, this nonprofit boutique is redefining how women shop for fashion with its innovative Garment Library. By offering locals a way to check in and out designer formal wear, bridal gowns, and eco-chic pieces, Runway Recycled is creating a circular fashion economy while empowering women to look their best sustainably.

The Garment Library: Quiet Luxury Meets Community

Fast fashion is out, and quiet luxury is in. Runway Recycled’s Garment Library brings this ethos to life with a unique borrow-wear or shine-return model. Members can access high-end designer fashion without commitment to a purchase, reducing textile waste and making sustainability affordable for all.

Perfect for weddings, galas, or milestone events, the Garment Library blends vintage charm with contemporary eco-chic design, proving that you don’t need to buy new to feel extraordinary. “Women deserve access to sustainable luxury”, says Dr. Bonita “Bo” Best. “Our Garment Library is about extending the lifecycle of high-quality garments while giving women the freedom to experiment with their style.”

Bridal gowns and formal wear take center stage, offering an affordable and eco-chic alternative to one-time purchases. Locals can look forward to a curated collection that vintage charm with contemporary chic – perfect for weddings, galas, red carpeted events, movie productions, and everything in between.

Eco-Chic Trunk Shows: Fashion with a Purpose

Runway Recycled’s Eco-Chic Trunk Shows go beyond retail – they’re community-driven events celebrating sustainable fashion. From showcasing upcycled designs to spotlighting local designers and creatives, these events educate and inspire fashion lovers to embrace eco-conscious choices.

One highlight of these trunk shows is  Catwalk for Change initiative, which its signature initiative, Black Fashion Week Experience (BFW EXP) and Project Runway Recycled. BFW EXP event not only showcases emerging designers but also highlights the intersection of sustainability and diversity, reinforcing Runway Recycled’s commitment to driving change the fashion industry.

Pay It Forward: A Boutique That Gives Back

Fashion meets for philanthropy with Pay It Forward, an initiative where donated garments are labeled to be gifted to women at the ScholarCHIPS Winter Wonderland event on December 21, 2024.  This January, lucky brides-to-be attending the Bridal & Wedding Expo will have the chance to win wedding gowns – further proof of Runway Recycled’s dedication to empowering women through fashion.

Additionally, the boutique gifts items from the Garment Library to select models who collaborate withers mission, strengthening partnerships with creatives who share its values.

Disrupting Fashion, One Borrowed Gown at a Time

Runway Recycled is more than a boutique; it’s a disruptor in the world of sustainable luxury fashion. By integrating circular fashion practices with community-driven initiatives, it’s leading a moment that proves high fashion and eco-conscious living can coexist.

With programs like the Garment Library, Eco-Chic Trunk Shows, and Pay It Forward, Runway Recycled is setting a new standard for sustainable retail while making fashion accessible to grow, it’s inspiring a global audience to rethink how they show, dress, and give back.

With plans to expand its initiative and impact, this small boutique is poised to influence the industry far beyond Moorestown. And as the world watches, Runway Recycled continues to ask the question: Can fashion save the planet? Their answer question? Absolutely!