When we think about fast fashion, we think about clothing. Anything made from fabric, we generally feel familiar with its social and environmental implications. However, as Tansy Hoskins’ new book Foot Work doubles down on, there are many fashion categories that have yet to reach the public consciousness in the ethical fashion movement. Beyond shoes,...
Ethiopia is the fastest growing economy in Africa and since 2010, reportedly one of the fastest growing economies in the world. Despite this progress, however, it’s still one of the poorest nations with a per capita income of just US$790, and its capital Addis Ababa, faces many poverty-led social problems; including human exploitation and the...
Christmas is around the corner and it’s our favorite time of the year. It is an amazing season of magic and the beauty of snowfalls (or searing sun depending on the region and hemisphere you reside) but it’s also the best time to give thoughtful gifts to loved ones. Now, buying Christmas gifts can be...
Christmas is one of the most popular times to propose, so whether you’re researching the latest styles because you are waiting for that special someone to pop the big question, or you’re just curious and want to treat yourself to the ultimate luxury gift, now is the time to think more deeply about where the...
You’re on this page searching for affordable Christmas gifts because you’re either strapped for cash, keen to stick to your financial plan or you’ve got a Kris Kringle/Secret Santa budget. Whatever brings you here, welcome. We hope this list of affordable sustainable gift ideas helps you with your Christmas shopping! 1. Boody business socks These...
While everybody is busy rummaging aisle after aisle for the perfect Halloween decoration or Christmas finds, this is the best time for you to update your summer wardrobe and grab those essentials as well. Why? Take advantage of the currently available prices and discounts – before the silly season increases store pricing too! Whether you’re...
Heading away on another exciting adventure and in search of some stylish travel accessories and useful essentials that are eco-friendly or ethically-produced or both? Congrats, you’ve landed on the right page! From responsibly-made travel wallets to travel pouches, bumbags to sustainably-made backpacks, we have you covered so you can focus on using your time to...
A watch is our source for tracking whether we are right on schedule or way behind. However, a majority of people can go about their daily lives without wearing a watch because almost everybody checks the time on their cellphones. Just as Bob Dylan sang, “…the times they -are a changin’…” Still, watches haven’t been...
You would think giving sleeping bags to homeless people and selling ethically made watches were completely unrelated. But on the contrary; Nordgreen do both of these things at once. Nordgreen, also known as my new sustainable watch crush, is the brainchild of founders Vasilij and Pascar. Working in tough business environments with no value or...
You may have seen the iconic oversized hat designs of luxury resort label Sarah J Curtis on the heads of Australian celebrities and influencers but there is more to her collections than just a pretty accessory. Founded in 2013 by namesake designer Sarah Curtis after being diagnosed with melanoma when pregnant with her second child,...
Ethical clothing makes me happy; sometimes even giddy. But there’s one thing that can make me even more excited; ethical jewellery. I like nothing more than dressing myself, turning around to my jewellery corner and thinking (or sometimes rather embarrassingly saying out loud), “what will it be today team?” Yes, I talk to my jewellery....
Listening to music is an absolutely essential part of the day for most of us. It is a time to relax, unwind, and block out the world around us. Sometimes music helps us in our work, providing background ambience that allows us to focus and become more productive. Of course, even with music, we still...