I’m being honest, this outfit contains what I’m currently considering some irresponsible purchases. The dress: past season designer in a final sale, purchased for an event. And I didn’t even wear it in the end because it was unseasonably cold weather. If I could go back, I’d leave the dress for someone else who’d wear … Continue reading
Slavery isn’t gone. Did you know that garments is the second highest at-risk industry for modern slavery? (Global Slavery Index 2018) And while the UK government is working to strengthen the Modern Slavery Act, here are 6 things we can all do to help end modern slavery: 1. Press elected officials to see this through … Continue reading
Only buy what makes your heart sing. 🎶 I bought this dress, bag, shoes and denim jacket for the same reason: I tried them on / picked the items up and thought “this has got to be mine”. I like to listen to that voice, because those items always become my most worn. When it … Continue reading
Did you know? Aviation is one of the fastest-growing polluters and currently accounts for about 2% of global emissions. Taking a long-haul flight generates more carbon emissions than the average person in dozens of countries around the world produces in a whole year. (“How your flight emits as much CO2 as many people do in … Continue reading
What’s the true cost? So often I’ve found myself questioning the price tag on a garment. “Yikes that’s pricey, isn’t it? I can get similar cheaper…” But I didn’t question the cost of the artworks at the Royal Academy Summer Show. In fact, I found myself defending the price because of the quality, the craft, the creativity, … Continue reading
Recycling is not the answer, and all too often it’s treated that way. In the purest sense, everything is recyclable with the right skills, knowhow, access and infrastructure. But whether or not the recycling happens is a totally different story, depending on so many factors. This has me thinking about every single item I own. Yes … Continue reading
Spoiler: this whole outfit is secondhand. Since 2000 we’ve doubled clothing production globally. We don’t have double the people, just double the clothes. And while we’ve done this, we’ve reduced how frequently we wear these garments. This equates to more in the rubbish. (source: The Art of Decluttering podcast S1E130 17 November 2019) I’ve been … Continue reading
Today’s small brand spotlight is on ColieCo, producer of ethically handmade, eco-friendly lingerie & swimwear. Trading on Etsy, shop owner Nicole also allows for custom orders made to your measurements made in her studio in Portugal. Continue reading
Spotlight on MAiK London, featuring more ethical and sustainable socks than you’ll typically find on the high street. With super patterns to boot, too. Continue reading
Sick of buying necessary clothing items that aren’t sustainably or ethically made, I’ve been searching for alternatives. Today’s spotlight is on the custom bras & pants by What Lydia Made. Continue reading
