At Chevron & Star, we understand that fashion is not just about clothing; it's a form of self-expression and identity. For service members and veterans, finding the right style can be a way to transition into civilian life while staying true to oneself.
Fashion trends can vary widely, and it's essential to find what resonates with you. Whether you prefer classic styles or modern looks, there are numerous options available that cater to all tastes and preferences.
Here are some tips to consider when exploring fashion:
- Comfort is Key: Choose clothing that feels good and allows you to move freely.
- Dress for the Occasion: Consider the context of your outfit, whether it's casual, professional, or formal.
- Personal Style: Embrace your individuality by incorporating pieces that reflect your personality.
- Quality Over Quantity: Invest in timeless pieces that will last and can be mixed and matched.
Remember, fashion is about feeling confident and comfortable in your skin. As you navigate your post-service life, take the time to explore different styles and discover what works best for you.
Packaging, Recycling and What Digital Watermarks Mean for Everyday Shoppers
The title of this page points to HolyGrail 2.0, an industry initiative that brought together brand owners, retailers, packaging makers and recycling companies in Europe to test whether digital watermarks could improve how packaging is sorted for recycling. The idea is simple to describe: an imperceptible code, roughly the size of a postage stamp and repeated across the surface of a label or container, carries information about what the package is made of and how it was used. At a recycling facility, high-resolution cameras on the sorting line read the code and air jets divert each item into the right stream.
Why does that matter? Conventional optical sorting can identify a type of plastic, but it struggles to tell apart a food-grade container from one that held household chemicals, or a multilayer pouch from a single-material one. A watermark can carry those distinctions, which helps recyclers produce cleaner, higher-value material that can go back into new packaging rather than being downcycled or discarded.
Practical habits that still make a difference
Watermark technology is still being trialled and scaled, so the basics remain the most useful thing any household can do. For service members moving between installations, or veterans settling into a new home in San Diego or elsewhere, local rules vary from one city to the next.
- Check your local program: each municipality publishes what it accepts curbside; base housing may follow its own guidance.
- Empty and rinse lightly: food residue contaminates bales of otherwise good material.
- Keep caps and labels as instructed: some programs want caps on, others off.
- Avoid "wishcycling": plastic bags, cords and hoses tangle sorting machinery; use store drop-off or special collection where available.
- Plan moves ahead: PCS season produces mountains of cardboard and packing film, so ask your moving contact or local hauler about bulk collection.
Small, consistent choices like these support the same goal as large industry projects: keeping usable material in circulation. For more practical guidance on settling into a new community, see our resources and community pages.