Cheap purchase may seem affordable but the total cost over months or years can tell a very different story.
If you've ever bought a T-shirt because it was on special, only to find it stretched, faded or lost its shape after a few washes, you've already experienced one of fast fashion's biggest drawbacks.
Fast fashion has made it easier than ever to keep up with changing trends without spending a fortune upfront.
New collections arrive in stores almost weekly, prices are tempting, and it's easy to leave with a few extra items you never planned to buy.
But while each purchase may seem affordable, the total cost over months or years can tell a very different story.
