Jane Fonda’s Sneaker Love: Why Shopping Makes Her Uncomfortable
Jane Fonda, the legendary 87-year-old actress known for her trailblazing roles and activism, has recently opened up about her complicated relationship with shopping. In a candid interview with The New York Times, she revealed that she largely avoids the retail scene because it gives her the heebie-jeebies! “I basically don’t go shopping,” Fonda declared, admitting that when she does venture into the world of retail, it’s usually for something as mundane as “quick-drying pants” while in the great outdoors.
The diva of the silver screen feels a tad uncomfortable about trying on clothes, as she shared that despite having made peace with about 90% of her body image, that pesky 10% still rears its head when she faces the mirror in a fitting room. “It’s hard to stand in the fitting room and put clothes on and not like the way you look,” she lamented. However, there’s a silver lining—when it comes to sneakers, she’s all in. The ’80 for Brady’ star has accumulated quite the collection over the years, sporting everything from colorful Reebok high-tops to sequined kicks. Talk about a fashion statement!
Interestingly, Fonda made headlines in 2019 when she vowed at a climate change protest that she wouldn’t be buying new clothes again. She echoed powerful sentiments about consumerism, advocating for sustainable fashion, and has kept her word by recycling her wardrobe for events, including wearing a white suit more than 20 years old at the Golden Globes. “We spend too much money, we buy too many things, and then we get rid of them,” she remarked, which hits home in this day of fast fashion and disposable wardrobes.
You might think an icon like Fonda would be engulfed in glamour, but she prefers comfort over couture, especially steering clear of heels that throw her body out of whack. Instead, she’s gotten cozy with low heels and, of course, sneakers. Fonda’s sneaker love isn’t just about style; it’s also eco-conscious. She has so many pairs she doesn’t even throw them away, fearing they’ll end up polluting oceans. Now that’s what we call making an impact both on and off the screen!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and People Magazine, The New York Times
