Your Shein and Temu habit could end up costing you $60,000

New Zealand's obsession with fast fashion brands like Shein and Temu is contributing to a significant environmental problem, with 52,000 tonnes of clothing ending up in landfills annually. This not only has a huge environmental impact but also hints at the hidden cost of our fast fashion habits. The environmental degradation and the waste management costs could potentially add up to $60,000 in societal expenses per person, underscoring the urgent need for sustainable fashion choices. It's a wake-up call to reconsider our consumption patterns for both personal and planetary health.