In an era dominated by fleeting trends, minimalism offers a refreshing counterpoint. This week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella speaks to social scientist Dr. Amber Martin-Woodhead about the harmful effects of fast fashion and how minimalism has the potential to combat decades of overconsumption.

Specializing in sustainable consumption, Dr. Amber Martin-Woodhead is an assistant professor in human geography at Coventry University. Her current research focuses on sustainable fashion and lifestyle minimalism, and she is currently penning a book on the sustainable potential of minimalism. On top of that, she takes an interest in circular fashion economies, researching fashion brands that specialize in repurposing post-consumer waste to make garments and accessories.

In this episode, Dr. Amber Martin-Woodhead reveals that the fashion industry contributes more to climate change than the aviation and shipping industries combined. She then outlines the fundamental principles of minimalism, asserting that adopting it as a lifestyle often leads to improved well-being and time savings.

Together, Marie and Dr. Amber Martin-Woodhead weigh up various habits that prove effective in maintaining a minimalist wardrobe and discuss the potential future of sustainable fashion, with minimalism taking shape amongst consumers. So, tune in this week for an invigorating conversation about redefining fashion with a ‘less is more’ approach.

Check Dr. Amber Martin-Woodhead’s work: https://pureportal.coventry.ac.uk/en/persons/amber-martin-woodhead/publications/

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The bedroom is the heart of any home. So, this week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews professional organizer Aanchal Kejriwal for guidance on identifying organization methods and priorities in the bedroom to maintain a clutter-free sleep sanctuary.

Passionate about creating clutter-free homes and raising awareness of the importance of staying organized, Aanchal Kejriwal founded Arrange It All, offering home and work set-up services. Over the last three years, the firm has transformed nearly 100 living and workspaces.

In this episode, Aanchal Kejriwal asserts that decluttering should be the first step in bedroom organization, followed by assembling a vision for the room. For sentimental dilemmas, she suggests questioning if a given item serves a purpose when decluttering.

Together, Aanchal Kejriwal and Marie evaluate various innovative storage solutions, from under-bed storage to door hooks. So, tune in today for a wealth of expert tips and advice on turning your bedroom into a peaceful oasis.

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Are you familiar with the tired routine of staring at a closet chock-full of clothes with no clue what to wear? It might be time for a closet detox. This week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews closet organizer Shaniece Jones on how closet therapy and detox transform your wardrobe from a cave of entropy into a style sanctuary.

Having spent a decade in closets of celebrities, executives, and entrepreneurs, Shaniece Jones has worked on the set of music videos, magazine shoots, backstage at New York Fashion Week, and the like as a fashion assistant. A biologist at heart, Shaniece Jones studied people and the effects of their environment on their behaviors and, thus, developed a method to transform chaotic spaces into serene environments, empowering her clients to live with more intentions. Through her unique approach, she soon became known as ‘The Closet Girl’.

In this episode, Shaniece Jones explains the psychological benefits of a well-organized closet. She reveals that conducting a closet detox helps reduce cortisol levels, minimize stress, and save time. She also shares that, similar to regular therapy, closet therapy should be an ongoing effort, conducted once a month or quarterly.

Together, Shaniece Jones and Marie weigh up various habits, tools, and products that support closet therapy practice. So, from tackling sentimental dilemmas to how to kickstart the endeavor, tune in for Shaniece Jones’s top tips for an effective wardrobe detox.

Follow Shaniece Jones’ work: https://www.shaniecejones.com/

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