Capstone Final

SHOPPING ADDICTION

Shopping addiction, also known as compulsive shopping disorder, is defined by an eagerness to purchase needless or excessive items, as well as a lack of impulse control while shopping. Individuals with shopping addiction often experience financial problems such as significant debt, inability to meet basic financial obligations, and bankruptcy.

Every year, 5 billion pounds of waste is produced from returned goods, despite the fact that the items are still perfectly useable.

Shopping addiction significantly accelerates the annual rate of product consumption.

5-8%

Of global population has a shopping addiction

COMMON BEHAVIORS

12%

Of college students in the US have symptoms of compulsive shopping

The average age at which individuals begin to show symptoms of shopping addiction is typically in their late teens or early 20s.

WHO IT AFFECTS

Young adults: susceptible due to factors of peer pressure

People with mental health issues: People with depression, anxiety, or OCD are more prone to developing shopping addictions

Individuals with high-stress levels: these people might turn to shopping as a coping mechanism

People with low self-esteem: temporarily help boost self-esteem and confidence

Income level: those with more disposable income or access to credit might engage more frequently in excessive shopping.

Family and friends: shopping addiction can often impact relationships, finances, and household dynamics

Thinking about all the people affected by shopping addiction is crucial because it not only impacts the individual financially and psychologically, but it also strains personal relationships, creating emotional and financial burdens for family and friends.

33%

Of compulsive buyers have debts exceeding

$10,000

EFFECTS ON ENVIORNMENT

Packaging Waste: Increased purchasing, especially online, results in an excess of packaging materials like cardboard, plastic, and other packing substances that often end up in landfills.

Electronic Waste: With technology products being a common purchase, shopping addiction can contribute to the growing problem of electronic waste, which is particularly harmful due to toxic components.

Short-Lived Products: The attraction to fast fashion and trendy items, which are frequently bought and discarded, exacerbates the problem of waste, as these items are not made for long-term use.

In 2020, shipping and returning products accounted for about 37% of total greenhouse gas emissions related to e-commerce.

Recognizing the impact of shopping on pollution is critical since excessive consumption and the disposal of undesirable goods contribute considerably to environmental degradation, such as trash generation and higher carbon emissions.

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The world consumes about 80 billion new pieces of clothing every year, which is 400% more than just two decades ago.

DESIGN IMPLICATIONS

Avoid placing tempting impulse items at checkout or along main walkways.

Arrange products logically rather than strategically placing high-margin or impulse items in high-traffic areas.

Use calming colors and lighting. Bright, flashy colors and intense lighting can encourage impulsive behavior.

Soft, natural lighting and a neutral or cool color palette can create a more relaxed shopping environment.

Create a straightforward, clear layout that avoids confusing or maze-like designs. This helps shoppers find what they need without unnecessary wandering, which can lead to impulse buys.

Use clear signage for different sections to reduce the time spent browsing

Avoid aggressive sales tactics, such as limited-time offers or high-pressure sales techniques, which can trigger compulsive buying.

Minimize in-store advertisements and signage that encourage impulsive or bulk purchases.

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

By addressing these environmental issues, the fashion industry can move towards a more sustainable and responsible way of operating.

Shopping addiction adds an extra stain on the shopping industry, with the increased need for clothes to be produced. This results in fast fashion cycle, waste generated, carbon footprint, and many more harmful cycles.

By understanding the connection between shopping addiction and waste pollution, you can see the influx it has had on pollution. Once we are able to acknowledge the connection then we can move towards fixing it.

Fast Fashion is a $100 billion industry that is the pressure to reduce costs and speed up production time to create cheap alternatives to fashion trends, which leads to environmental corners being more likely to be cut. It is becoming increasingly known that the booming industry of quick-turn-around, inexpensive clothing has a huge footprint in terms of energy consumption and emissions. Its terrible environmental impact is now recognized as one of the most polluting industries in the world.

NATIONAL GDP’S IN TRILLIONS

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FASHION’S EMISSIONS OF HARMFUL

50%

GREENHOUSE GASES ARE PROJECTED TO GROW BY MORE THAN BY YEAR

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THE PRODUCTION OF SYNTHETIC FIBRES FOR THE TEXTILE INDUSTRY CURRENTLY ACCOUNTS FOR BARRELS OF OIL EVERY YEAR

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THIS EXCEEDS THE ANNUAL OIL CONSUMPTION OF SPAIN

USING A NON-REUSABLE RESOURCE SUCH AS OIL IN FAST FASHION IS CAUSING POLLUTION IN THE WATER AND AIR, WHICH IS IMPACTING CLIMATE CHANGE AND FOSSIL FUELS NEGITAVLEY.

IS LOST DUE TO LACK OF RECYCLING EVERY YEAR

EVERY YEAR, BILLIONS OF FAST FASHION GARMENTS ARE PRODUCED. THESE GARMENTS ARE OFTEN MADE FROM LOWQUALITY MATERIALS THAT ARE NOT DESIGNED TO LAST, WHICH CAUSES THEM TO FALL APART EASILY AND END UP AS WASTE EVEN SOONER.

Only of clothes are recycled or donated.

15%

81.51 POUNDS OF CLOTHES IS THROWN AWAY EVERY YEAR BY THE AVERAGE US CONSUMER

92 MILLION TONS

OF CLOTHESRELATED WASTE IS DISCARDED EVERY YEAR

ALL OF THIS TEXTILE WASTE HAS A SERIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT. IT TAKES UP VALUABLE SPACE IN LANDFILL SITES AND CAN RELEASE HARMFUL CHEMICALS INTO THE ENVIRONMENT.

WHICH IS ENOUGH TO FILL EMPIRE STATE BUILDINGS EVERY DAY ONE AND A HALF

SECOND LARGEST

20,0 LITR Fast fashion companies are the water users in the world, after agriculture.

OF WATE PRODUCE KILOGRAM COTTON

WATER USAGE

THE DYES AND TOXIC CHEMICALS USED IN CLOTHING MANUFACTURING ARE OFTEN RELEASED INTO WATERWAYS, POLLUTING THEM AND CAUSING HARM TO LOCAL

ECOSYSTEMS - HARMING PLANT LIFE, WILDLIFE, AND EVEN HUMANS WHO RELY ON THESE WATER

SOURCES FOR DRINKING AND BATHING.

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DIAGRAM

SHOPPING ADDICTION FAST FASHION

Coffeeshoponthefirstfloorsothatthefirstthingtheythingofwhen enteringisnotshopping

Donation/repairdropoff,thisallowsforpeopletohaveaplacetobring theiroldclothestoberepaired,ordonatedratherthanthrowingitaway

Secondfloorcoffeeshopseating,aswellasbarandpatioseatingto createtimebeforeshopping

Alteration/repairroomsopeoplehavetheopportunitytofixtheirclothes andhavethemlastlonger

Havingopenfloorplansinstoresallowsforpeopletonotfeelstuckor overwhelmed

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4

Artinstallationcenteredaroundtheenvironmentandpollution

Shoppingstoresarenotthefirstthingpeopleseeonthefloor,sothey canavoidthemiftheywant Localandsecondhandstores

Fashionshowrentaltoshowoffnewsustainableclothes

Thisentertainmentspaceallowsforpeopletotakeabreakbetween shoppingandslowdown

M a t e r i a l s b o a r d

FLOOR 1

FLOOR 2

FLOOR 3

FLOOR 4

BlowN Up drawing

Sustainable Runway

This runway, located on the fourth floor, is intended to provide a break from shopping while also teaching visitors about the importance of sustainable clothing.

This runway allows store owners to show buyers their new products, explain what makes them sustainable, and demonstrate how much better these products are for the environment.

Entering from the top left corner, you will have several seating options to choose from. There are racks where the show runner can display the clothes for visitors to examine more closely. The prep area for the models and other user storage needs are accessible through the double doors.

This space encourages the education of new products while also making it enjoyable for viewers.

FLOOR 5

FLOOR 6

Multi-level seating on the terrace to allow for large gatherings

SECTION A

Father and son enjoying the interactive art installation

Grand staircase from one-three

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Axon cut

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