Each summer we flock to the beach to bask in all its glory, the fresh salty water a welcome relief from the heat. But with all the half-naked bodies flailing between the flags, it’s easy to forget that we share the ocean with some more adept swimmers. Tim Silverwood, environmentalist and founder of Take 3,…
Upcycled streetwear and accessories brand AARLI has been invited to showcase at Australian Indigenous Fashion Week 2014 in Sydney – and founder Tegan Cowlishaw could do with some help! She’s launched a Pozible campaign to assist with the development of her latest collection so she can make the most of this exciting opportunity. AARLI designs…
Our children might be more spot on than we ever thought when they next say there’s monsters in their closet. A new report by Greenpeace East Asia has revealed a range of hazardous chemicals in children’s clothing and shoes by brands like Disney, Burberry and Primark. In fact, every brand of the 12 tested was…
Looking to revamp your wardrobe? We love this new initiative from Hong Kong-based NGO, Redress. The one-year Get Redressed challenge urges: “Redress it, don’t bin it,” and encourages you to think about the impact your wardrobe has on the environment. Every month Redress will set a new sustainable fashion theme, such as LBD, swapping, DIY and…
In the wake of the Rana Plaza collapse in Bangladesh, the UK-based Ethical Fashion Forum promised to respond to the tragedy by launching a constructive and proactive industry response. They recently released the first draft of their Value Chain Call to Action, a comprehensive document compiled after months of liaising with members and industry professionals that…
Proving that some of the most luxurious heritage fabrics often start life as utilitarian textiles, The Luxe Project takes baby carriers and ceremonial garments created by hill tribe communities in South-East Asia and transforms them into bags, homewares and artworks. Mother/daughter team Chutisa and Sharidan Bowman are the brains behind the business, searching out beautiful vintage hand-embroidery…
Love these gorgeous woodblock prints by emerging design team Rekh & Datta? The Texas-based designers are currently seeking support via crowdfunding to help turn the foundations of their ethical fashion business into a reality. As well as being rather lovely to look at, Rekh & Datta garments and homewares are underpinned by a ‘slow fashion’…
If you’ve been keeping up with the news over the holidays, you may have seen reports of street riots in Cambodia. Last Thursday, a ‘peaceful protest’ gave way to violent clashes between Cambodian workers and armed guards, leaving at least three people dead and dozens more injured or detained. Conflicts are centred on the rights…
Australian model Samantha Harris is set to shake up the modelling scene, with the announcement of a National Indigenous Model Search Competition. Officially launched in late December, the aim of the competition is to diversify the modelling industry and provide pathways for young Indigenous people to enter creative industries. An initiative of Australian Indigenous Fashion…
As you finish tying the final bows on your gifts this Christmas eve, spare a thought for your poor undecorated head just crying out for the colour of an Emiti scarf! Up for grabs is a limited edition Like A Stroll Through The Countryside skinny scarf, printed in Melbourne onto recycled cotton voile. For your…
Christmas crackers aren’t the only kind of Bon Bons we love! Murphy & Daughters triple hand-milled Bon Bon Soaps use only certified sustainable palm oil and are prettily packaged in recycled paper by social enterprise Ability Works. The trademark soaps are now complemented by a range of paraben-free body lotion and hand wash products, as…
Start your New Year’s health kick early with an Advaita Acupressure Pranamat thanks to Be Genki! Made with natural minerals and eco components, the healing-focused pranamat is based on principles of acupressure and reflexology, working to reduce stress, block pain and release endorphins. If you’d like one in your life, comment below letting us know…
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