First it was a limited edition batch of recycled jeans, and now Swedish label Nudie Jeans are cementing their eco credentials by venturing out of the pants world and into the realm of interior design – and boy, are we glad for it! Check out their new range of Post-Consumer Recycled Denim Rugs, all handmade…
It may have recently ‘gone green’ on the red carpet, but behind the scenes, Gucci has been busily working on a new social justice initiative. Chime for Change aims to drive equality for girls and women around the world in the areas of Education, Health and Justice. It works with some of the world’s leading…
Africa Fashion Guide may be a great resource for keeping up-to-date on the latest fashions to come out of Africa, but it’s their focus on social enterprise and ethical practice that really gets us excited. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be on the other side of the African-based fashion industry (and happen to…
Ever been curious about how little Peppermint was born? Last week we welcomed the delightful Julia Atkinson of Studio Home into our humble abode to shoot the breeze about all things Minty and take some photographs of our office space. Julia’s interview with our Founder/Editor Kelley Sheenan is the latest in Studio Home’s Fly the Coop…
If you’re always putting others first, it’s probably time you gave yourself a break – and there’s no better way to do that than by visiting Sydney’s new wellness event, The Greatest Gift, at Mosman Art Gallery and Community Centre on Saturday April 20. This fabulous day is dedicated entirely to wholesome living and features six…
Though fashion giant Zara have been taking some commendable steps of late by adding their name to Greenpeace’s Detox Campaign and agreeing to green their practices, news has emerged overnight that the fast fashion leader is under investigation for “degrading” conditions in its Argentinian factories, forcing workers – allegedly including children – to toil for…
We’ve seen some kooky things pop up in Melbourne’s Federation Square over the years, but this little green oasis in the heart of the CBD sure takes the cake (or should we say, the carrot!). Everyone’s favourite urban gardening team The Little Veggie Patch Co. are almost half-way into their year-long Pop Up Patch project which is adding…
Superannuation has certainly been a hot topic in the media of late, for all the wrong reasons, so it’s great to see one fund putting a positive spin on the investment industry. Australian Ethical, this country’s only ethical, green, coal-free superannuation company, have just launched their most recent Community Grants program, which sees over $100,000 distributed…
The 2013 installment of Earth Day, held annually on April 22nd, is just around the corner! There are plenty of ways to get involved – like making a donation, pledging ‘an act of green’, or even becoming a guest blogger to add your voice to climate change discussion. Meanwhile, an easy way to show your support is…
If you happen to be heading to the Apple Isle, the Nayri Niara (Good Spirit) Festival is taking place between 5-7 April. Held on Bruny Island, it is a three day celebration of Indigenous music, arts and culture, featuring film screenings, weaving workshops, exhibitions and traditional dance circles. Many well known Indigenous and Pacific Islander…
Bees and feet might not sound like the most natural of bedfellows, but Honeybees aren’t your ordinary footwear. Uniting two passions – preservation of Australia’s bee population and modern Aussie footwear – the team behind My Honeybees are focused on raising awareness about the importance of bees to our ecosystem, one pair of thongs at…
Turning a men’s business shirt into something pretty and wearable is a great project idea (just take a look at Issue 16’s Sewing School to see what we mean!), but there is nothing quite like learning from the best. On Saturday April 6th, Melbourne-based designer and upcycler extraordinaire Ellie Mucke will be hosting an exclusive workshop at Footscray’s…
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