How many times do you wear a dress before putting it in the back of your closet and forgetting about it altogether? Even though there is currently a slow move away from the “wear-it-once” culture, research has it that dresses are still the most likely pieces of clothing to be bought for a one-off event […]
“Diamonds are a girl’s best friend” sang Marilyn Monroe, and countless women have since wished to be accessorised by this sparkling gem. But with growing awareness of the exploitative diamond mining industry amongst millennials, younger consumers appear to be slowly turning their backs on the stone, moving on to eco-friendly alternatives. You can read more […]
MOMOC is a new environmentally conscious sustainable and ethical timeless shoe brand from Spain that locally produces and sources a considerable amount of their materials. Their products are hand-made with high quality; they are stylish, elegant and comfortable. This sustainable brand donates 2% of their profits to non-profit organisations engaged in reforestation and the reintegration […]
You know that the sustainable fashion industry has taken an even bigger step forward in innovation when you find a pair of vegan “leather look” leggings embellished with the inner tubes of bike tires. Yes, tires. MALAIKA New York is a company that was founded on the pillars of sustainability and social good. In order […]
Aura-Soma Pegasus is an eco-luxury perfume company that combines visual and non-visual energies of colour, essential oils and herbal extracts to evoke a beautiful aroma that lightens the wearer’s mood. By using purely natural and organic oils extracted from flowers and other plants, as well as alcohol made from grain that has been certified organic by the […]
From reducing your car mileage to cutting down on meat, here are 8 ways to reduce your carbon footprint this year. Start 2018 the green way and keep your CO2 emissions at bay! 1 Air travel is by far the biggest contributor to the carbon footprint. According to The Guardian, a single return flight from London to […]
I received the book ‘Slave to Fashion’ in December and took it with me on my trip to the USA over the holidays. I wanted to share this read with my teenage sister, with whom I have began to talk about the true cost of fast fashion. The ‘Slave to Fashion’ campaign seeks to raise […]
Cerimani is an ethical art-deco luxury jewellery brand that invests in impoverished communities in Thailand. Their wonderful collections are ethically crafted with conflict -free traceable gemstones and precious metals. Each Cerimani purchase is a tribute to the craftsmen and provides water and educational opportunities to their villages. Cerimani pledges to work closely with the Karen Hilltribes Trust […]
A few weeks ago, over a latte in London, Holly of Leotie Lovely and I discussed the importance of collaboration. Little did we know then that our conversation would bring together such an incredible group of brands and bloggers! We teamed up with some beautiful souls to showcase our favourite local conscious brands and encourage […]
Jaffa is one of the world’s oldest cities, with a harbour that has been in use since the Bronze Age. It is a city with a landscape that both shows and hides the conquests that have shaped its history. Walking through the streets of Jaffa takes you through arched cobblestone alleys, past golden stone buildings bathed […]