Women’s Wool Eva Dress – Style #161- $105 Clothing for a Good Life – Est 2009 I met a representative at the Sustainable Brands conference. I was hoping to chat with him and get some insight on their brand so I could have more to write about. Unfortunately, they shoved this card in my hand…
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May 3, 2017
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During this NBA Playoff season, I’m searching for any and every approach to sustainability amongst the teams, uniforms, and official merchandise. New Era Cap Co. Inc. has reported the introduction of its first historically speaking official National Basketball Association (NBA) cap made from plastic containers, featuring the Portland Trail Blazers, thanks to the use of…
May 2, 2017
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I really pay attention to this event in hopes that my favorite celebrity will opt for something ethical, sustainable, or repurposed. After searching all night I haven’t found anyone yet, hopefully, some ethical designers will unveil their design this week. UPDATE: Did you catch what Gisele Bündchen wore? She walked the carpet at the #METGala in a…
April 28, 2017
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Here’s some Fair Trade & Ethical Prom Ideas This season look fashionable while sending a positive message about the environment. You may have questions like, “Where do I buy a prom dress?” We have some answers on some ethical solutions. I know you guys are used to seeing the same stores pop up, “Macy’s, Lulus,…
April 20, 2017
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Hemp typically found in the northern hemisphere is a variety of the Cannabis sativa plant species that is grown specifically for the industrial uses of its derived products. Some Uses for Hemp Paper products Food Textiles Plastics Medicines Essential Oils Nutritional Supplements Livestock Bedding Fuel Livestock Feed Construction Personal and Body Care Products …
February 15, 2017
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In the winter seasons, stockings are quite popular to keep warm under a dress, skirt, or pants. I prefer my stockings have more organic material in them. But they aren’t as stretch and form fitting as synthetic fibers. So synthetic is usually the popular option. There are pros and cons for wearing these popular leg accessories. I also…
February 10, 2017
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Good On You was founded by a group of people who are passionate about making it easier for consumers to act on their values. Each week we work to rate new brands through our three key categories: people, the planet and animals. Our brand ratings are based on robust principles and independent data sources. Read…
February 9, 2017
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Emma Watson has been named Elle UK’s ‘Woman of the Year’ due to her “powerful campaigning for gender equality” and we’d like to take this moment to also celebrate her work promoting sustainable fashion. Watson will be presented with the award at The ELLE Style Awards on 13 February and to celebrate the…
February 7, 2017
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Natalia Vodianova is no stranger to beautiful gowns made from luxurious fabrics that sweep over her body, but her latest ethereal dress was made from something a little unusual – waste washed up on a beach. Vodianova donned the £149.99 powder pink plissé pleat gown made from BIONIC – recycled polyester crafted out of…
January 10, 2017
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Synthetic fabrics are textiles made from man-made rather than natural fibers. Examples of synthetic fabrics include polyester, acrylic, nylon, rayon, acetate, spandex, latex, orlon and Kevlar. Synthetic (chemically produced) fabrics are made by joining monomers into polymers, through a process called polymerization. Synthetic fibers is the result of extensive research by scientists to improve on naturally…