Congratulations on the incredible year, Tina! I remember subscribing and then going back to read all the posts I'd missed! You are a star and a true cheerleader for newbies like me. We will keep the sheer trend alive, you and me 💖 happy one year, friend!
Usha, thank you so much! I'm so thrilled we connected on Substack and I love everything you're doing to keep things circular and highly chic. I'm always inspired by your gorgeous sheer and skirt collection and your overall style 💚
So enjoyed reading your reflections on Substack both as someone writing on it and reading it. And very impressed with you completing your MBA on top of it all -- well done!
Oh, thank you so much Zara! I really appreciate you reading and giving me so much aesthetic inspiration this year, between your expert fashion POV, that amazing jewelry post, and your stunning oatmeal bowls. I think of you whenever I get figs at the farmers market 💚
LOVED this, Tina! And YOU are the perfect model of community. You are so supportive and amazing. We both feel so lucky to have connected with you here! And congrats on graduating!!!!
Thank you so much Lauren and Katrina! I think the same of both of you, you are always uplifting other writers. I so appreciate your support, especially as fellow TRR ultra-enthusiasts ❤️
Tina, I loved learning more about your story! Congrats on one-year of writing and your MBA - that's incredible! I still remember the first time we connected on here over taking mirror selfies and how encouraging and genuine you were. I know you were hesitant to share yours at first, but now look at you!! And how lucky we are to get to see what you're wearing and be inspired. Love following along, and can't wait to see what next year brings for you! x
Thank you so much for the amazingly kind words Maria! Your outfit selfies were a big inspiration in being more comfortable taking my own 💖 And I love following along with you - your 1 jacket, 18 outfits article remains one of my very favorites to this day. It's the best kind of item repeating.
Loved this post and you sharing what you've learned. Definitely a huge inspiration in pushing me more towards secondhand shopping. And also, reading through your notes about your Substack name, I love, love, love Semi-Sustainable. I think it's so cool, and is easily memorable. While it wasn't your first pick, I definitely think you got to the perfect one.
Thank you Kiley 💚 I am so incredibly happy to hear that, you have amazing secondhand finds! And a huge thanks for your lovely comment on my newsletter name.
Congratulations on the past year, Tina! I’ve been a latecomer (or perhaps newcomer?) to your newsletter but you’ve already inspired me to try shop more secondhand (especially for brooches!)
I have been waiting to be done with the work week so I could FINALLY, REALLY read this. So glad I did not just quickly read on my phone this is a laptop post.
Thank you for sharing both the lessons and the real behind-the-scenes of growing your newsletter. I especially resonated with the part about community being everything. It’s wild how much easier writing feels when you know there are people on the other side who get it and want to connect.
The rising tide lifts all boats analogy is so spot on, and honestly refreshing to hear in fashion and style. You’ve captured what makes this space feel different, where celebrating each other’s wins only makes the ecosystem stronger.
And your honesty about the ups and downs is exactly what so many of us need to hear. The reminder that this is a long game and that impact can’t always be measured by numbers is grounding.
Excited to keep following your secondhand September challenge. Grateful for your thoughtful voice in this community.
Asta! Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful comment, you have made my night 🥹 I've learned so much from you about style and am incredibly excited by the positive community you've created. I'm so happy to have connected through Substack and am excited to keep following along with all of the amazing things you're doing at Fit Happens 💖
You’ve been a huge inspo to me as I’ve started my Substack journey!! I’m a sustainable fashion enthusiast to my core, and I lovvveee how stylish and cool you make it. And love your reflections here- totally agree with community aspect and how sweet it feels to cultivate a bit of that on Substack. This platform is great because of that openness of people, willing to support and empower.
Looking forward to keeping up with your subbbby stack evolution 🙌💃🦋
Abby, thank you so much! What a fantastic way to start my Friday. The community here is amazing and I love to see the growth of secondhand-first. I'm so happy that this resonates with you and a big congrats on your Substack journey :)
Tina what a year! Every day I'm so happy that Subustack brought us together. Working alongside you has been a joy and I'm always on the look out for your content and perspective and incredible style! You are a FORCE, KEEP GOING!
Claire! Thank you so, so much :) You were an absolute joy to learn from. I can't thank YOU enough for the most amazing internship opportunity. I'm so thrilled with everything you're doing with Future Reference to make fashion more circular 💚💚💚
You were one of the first people I ever interacted with on Substack, Tina! We talked about a Solbari sun hat, a very specific detail I’m surprised I remember! Love following you and your adventures in secondhand, wherever they lead you 😘
Haha I remember that :) Enormous UPF hats ftw! Thank you so much for the kind words. I really enjoy following along with all of your preloved gems, and you make me laugh with every single post. You have such a gift for writing.
Really loved this! So much resonated as I'm approaching one year myself. The community and connections are a highlight, and I hear you on not getting caught up in the numbers! Congrats on your MBA, excited to follow along from here!
Congrats on your almost year anniversary Alex and thank you! The community is the absolute best and I can’t tell you how many times I’ve found inspiration in your beautifully curated content.
Congrats on a year Tina! Not to mention the MBA…I love when an exercise turns into something bigger, better, and more fulfilling. I look forward to the next year of writing, photos, and deep dives from you.
Fanny thank you so much for this lovely comment ❤️ I didn’t expect writing a fashion newsletter to be so life changing, but it has been in the best way. I’m happy that I can follow along with you as an incredible fashion (and house moving) inspiration.
congratulations Tina!!! a year of writing and an MBA is something so special. I am so grateful to have found your little corner of the internet and can’t wait to see what the year ahead brings!
Congratulations on the incredible year, Tina! I remember subscribing and then going back to read all the posts I'd missed! You are a star and a true cheerleader for newbies like me. We will keep the sheer trend alive, you and me 💖 happy one year, friend!
Usha, thank you so much! I'm so thrilled we connected on Substack and I love everything you're doing to keep things circular and highly chic. I'm always inspired by your gorgeous sheer and skirt collection and your overall style 💚
So enjoyed reading your reflections on Substack both as someone writing on it and reading it. And very impressed with you completing your MBA on top of it all -- well done!
Oh, thank you so much Zara! I really appreciate you reading and giving me so much aesthetic inspiration this year, between your expert fashion POV, that amazing jewelry post, and your stunning oatmeal bowls. I think of you whenever I get figs at the farmers market 💚
LOVED this, Tina! And YOU are the perfect model of community. You are so supportive and amazing. We both feel so lucky to have connected with you here! And congrats on graduating!!!!
Thank you so much Lauren and Katrina! I think the same of both of you, you are always uplifting other writers. I so appreciate your support, especially as fellow TRR ultra-enthusiasts ❤️
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Tina, I loved learning more about your story! Congrats on one-year of writing and your MBA - that's incredible! I still remember the first time we connected on here over taking mirror selfies and how encouraging and genuine you were. I know you were hesitant to share yours at first, but now look at you!! And how lucky we are to get to see what you're wearing and be inspired. Love following along, and can't wait to see what next year brings for you! x
Thank you so much for the amazingly kind words Maria! Your outfit selfies were a big inspiration in being more comfortable taking my own 💖 And I love following along with you - your 1 jacket, 18 outfits article remains one of my very favorites to this day. It's the best kind of item repeating.
Loved this post and you sharing what you've learned. Definitely a huge inspiration in pushing me more towards secondhand shopping. And also, reading through your notes about your Substack name, I love, love, love Semi-Sustainable. I think it's so cool, and is easily memorable. While it wasn't your first pick, I definitely think you got to the perfect one.
Thank you Kiley 💚 I am so incredibly happy to hear that, you have amazing secondhand finds! And a huge thanks for your lovely comment on my newsletter name.
Congratulations on the past year, Tina! I’ve been a latecomer (or perhaps newcomer?) to your newsletter but you’ve already inspired me to try shop more secondhand (especially for brooches!)
Oh, thanks so much Hannah! I'm thrilled that I could play a part in your secondhand journey and my grandmother will be so happy about the brooches :)
Hullo! What’s that heart necklace you’re wearing? I love it!
Tysm! I love a heart theme :) The red pendant or the bubbly gold heart?
I have been waiting to be done with the work week so I could FINALLY, REALLY read this. So glad I did not just quickly read on my phone this is a laptop post.
Thank you for sharing both the lessons and the real behind-the-scenes of growing your newsletter. I especially resonated with the part about community being everything. It’s wild how much easier writing feels when you know there are people on the other side who get it and want to connect.
The rising tide lifts all boats analogy is so spot on, and honestly refreshing to hear in fashion and style. You’ve captured what makes this space feel different, where celebrating each other’s wins only makes the ecosystem stronger.
And your honesty about the ups and downs is exactly what so many of us need to hear. The reminder that this is a long game and that impact can’t always be measured by numbers is grounding.
Excited to keep following your secondhand September challenge. Grateful for your thoughtful voice in this community.
Asta! Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful comment, you have made my night 🥹 I've learned so much from you about style and am incredibly excited by the positive community you've created. I'm so happy to have connected through Substack and am excited to keep following along with all of the amazing things you're doing at Fit Happens 💖
So proud of this. So inspiring!! You have built an amazing community that you should be so proud of.
Thank you Robyn 🥹 Your support over the last year means everything friend 💕
You’ve been a huge inspo to me as I’ve started my Substack journey!! I’m a sustainable fashion enthusiast to my core, and I lovvveee how stylish and cool you make it. And love your reflections here- totally agree with community aspect and how sweet it feels to cultivate a bit of that on Substack. This platform is great because of that openness of people, willing to support and empower.
Looking forward to keeping up with your subbbby stack evolution 🙌💃🦋
Abby, thank you so much! What a fantastic way to start my Friday. The community here is amazing and I love to see the growth of secondhand-first. I'm so happy that this resonates with you and a big congrats on your Substack journey :)
Tina what a year! Every day I'm so happy that Subustack brought us together. Working alongside you has been a joy and I'm always on the look out for your content and perspective and incredible style! You are a FORCE, KEEP GOING!
Claire! Thank you so, so much :) You were an absolute joy to learn from. I can't thank YOU enough for the most amazing internship opportunity. I'm so thrilled with everything you're doing with Future Reference to make fashion more circular 💚💚💚
You were one of the first people I ever interacted with on Substack, Tina! We talked about a Solbari sun hat, a very specific detail I’m surprised I remember! Love following you and your adventures in secondhand, wherever they lead you 😘
Haha I remember that :) Enormous UPF hats ftw! Thank you so much for the kind words. I really enjoy following along with all of your preloved gems, and you make me laugh with every single post. You have such a gift for writing.
This is supposed to be Tina compliment time! But thank you, you’re so sweet 😉
Really loved this! So much resonated as I'm approaching one year myself. The community and connections are a highlight, and I hear you on not getting caught up in the numbers! Congrats on your MBA, excited to follow along from here!
Congrats on your almost year anniversary Alex and thank you! The community is the absolute best and I can’t tell you how many times I’ve found inspiration in your beautifully curated content.
Ah tysm Tina ❤️🔥
Congrats on a year Tina! Not to mention the MBA…I love when an exercise turns into something bigger, better, and more fulfilling. I look forward to the next year of writing, photos, and deep dives from you.
Fanny thank you so much for this lovely comment ❤️ I didn’t expect writing a fashion newsletter to be so life changing, but it has been in the best way. I’m happy that I can follow along with you as an incredible fashion (and house moving) inspiration.
congratulations Tina!!! a year of writing and an MBA is something so special. I am so grateful to have found your little corner of the internet and can’t wait to see what the year ahead brings!
Thank you Jordyn, that is so kind of you to say! You've made my morning 💚 And flat shoe wearers unite :)
Ahhh this is so admirable!! Amazing job!
Thank you so much Kaye! And a big congrats to you on one year 🥳