To be carbon neutral is to produce net-zero carbon emissions, thus striking a balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere. This does not mean zero emissions are being produced: it means emissions are still being generated but they’re offset by the same amount elsewhere. To achieve carbon neutrality, you’d first need to know the size of your carbon footprint.
Read MoreIt’s easy to be put off trying to buy sustainable clothing when you see the price tag on some of the items. Especially when you’re used to fast fashion, seeing how much even a eco-friendly t-shirt can cost in some stores can come as a shock.
Read MoreThere are many clothing lines and collections making use of this widely available fabric, but there’s not often a clear understanding or explanation as to exactly what deadstock fabric is or how it comes about. This guide explores the sustainability of deadstock fabric and features a few fashion brands using this fabric responsibly.
Read MoreRecycled polyester is also known as RPET, with the “R” standing for recycled and the ”PET” for polyethylene terephthalate. Its use is particularly popular for sportswear, loungewear, and outdoor garments. It is made of recycled plastic water bottles, textile waste, and even old fishing nets. There are two methods of recycling plastic into RPET clothing: mechanical and chemical.
Read MorePicking out high quality shoes for your sustainable closet can be tricky. There is a lot so consider such as style, material, durability, comfort, and values. This style guide explores how to find vegan shoes with minimalist style. These shoe brands use a wide range of eco-conscious materials and have responsible practices within their business model, so you can feel confident wearing footwear your feet will appreciate.
Read MoreBabies’ bodies are constantly growing and developing, so they need extra care when being clothed. Just as we are cautious with what we put into their bodies, we want to be able to do the same with what we put onto their bodies. This guide explores the sustainability of organic cotton baby clothing!
Read MoreThe fast fashion mindset has consumers convinced that expecting mothers need a whole new wardrobe, but these habits and attitudes increase our negative environmental impact. Maternity wear and its transient nature can contribute to the problem when viewing clothing as disposable. For example a lot of expecting purchase new maternity wear, only to be left with items they no longer wear once baby’s born and nursing’s done. However, this doesn’t have to be the case. There are steps expecting mothers can take that enable moms to continue dressing sustainably.
Read MoreBlue light glasses are tinted so that less of this blue light reaches our eyes. By wearing them, it’s hoped that we can lessen the effects that working in front of a computer has on our eyes, hopefully making it a much more pleasant experience. While this yellow tint didn’t always look the chicest, newer sustainable blue light glasses companies have made it so that the yellow color is barely visible and fashionable glasses to style ourselves with while protecting our eyes.
Read MoreBamboo is popular within sustainable fashion due to how quickly the plant grows and the ability to turn this plant into durable, odor-resistant, comfortable, and moisture-wicking fibers used to make dresses, shirts, pants, underwear, and more. However, what you’re probably buying is bamboo viscose. Let’s explore!
Read MoreStay styling this summer with the perfect pair of eco-friendly sunglasses. This guide features six socially responsible brands crafting sunglasses with sustainable materials.
Read MoreWhen companies provide misleading information about their environmentally friendly initiatives or sustainable product and do not actually follow through or have eco-friendly practices worked within their business model this is greenwashing - a claim to deceive consumers into believing products are environmentally friendly.
Read MoreWinter is a great time for getting cozy and staying in. These pajama companies and loungewear brands focus on ethical practices, eco-friendly materials, sustainable practices, and fair trade practices! Wear pajamas that are made responsibly so you can sleep soundly!
Read MoreDue to the history & culture of Indigenous communities sustainability is often rooted within their business models, but unfortunately Indigenous owned businesses don’t always get the resources and recognition deserved. As we enter the season of holiday shopping I encourage you to support Indigenous owned brands. Make the conscious decision to use your money and support Indigenous communities. When consumers purchase from Indigenous owned brands this encourages these businesses to continue growing financially and create more jobs within Indigenous communities.
Read MoreCarry Courage vegan bags are ethically made in Portland, Oregon using sustainable materials. Carry Courage provides conscious consumers with organization solutions through eco-friendly cork pouches, bags, and accessories.
Read MoreThe Good Tee is a sustainable clothing brand focusing on high quality Fairtrade Certified organic cotton t-shirts. This socially responsible brand allows ethical shoppers to easily learn about the transparent supply chain and trace the manufacturing process through videos and resources highlighting The Good Tee’s partner suppliers and the materials used.
Read MoreFor my wedding shoe I wore Toms. I wanted to be comfortable and able to walk confidently on my special day. Being the clumsy hot mess that I am, I knew heels were out of the picture. Wearing Toms was a great choice because they were affordable, comfortable, and a shoe I could rewear after my wedding. The Ivory Grosgrain Bow Women's Classic Alpargatas matched my dress beautifully. The Toms I chose were reasonably priced at around $50 which was great for my wedding budget. I was able to walk down the aisle and dance at our reception without any discomfort.
Read MoreI am SO happy with how our Whole Foods wedding flowers turned out. When planning my ethical & sustainable wedding, I knew I wanted to focus on natural and earthy tones. I fell in love with the simplicity of the baby’s breath and the natural elements of the eucalyptus. Whole Foods did all my wedding flowers and our florist, Estella, did a particularly fabulous job. I’m especially in love with the eucalyptus garland and bridal bouquet. I’m so impressed with her skills!
Read MoreIt’s official. I’ve hit the unsubscribe button from my Everlane e-mails. I’ve come to the conclusion Everlane is not ethical enough. In the past few months Everlane has been in the news for union busting, copying designs from small businesses, & lay offs. As a brand that claims to value “radical transparency,” I’m disappointed in how they have handled recent events. Today we’re exploring alternatives to Everlane, what this means for ethical fashion in general, & my experience working with the brand.
Read MoreIn this guide featuring my eco-friendly wedding centerpieces, I’ll walk you through how I designed my tables featuring the flowers, recycled glass bottles, wedding place cards, & more.
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