Plastic gets a new life from these brands making super chic recycled plastic sunglasses! By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi As the summer approaches, so does the desire to go to the seaside. And that’s when you may truly see it…
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The best wood watches are sustainable, ethical and vegan friendly. Just like our selection, below! By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi Wood watches were once a cheap, hippy/beach bum staple, adorning the wrists of surfers who – ironically – probably didn’t…
By Diane Small Spring’s warmer days and budding trees evoke thoughts and images of rebirth and renewal. That’s true not only for flora and fauna, but for ourselves, as well. By that, I mean perhaps even more so than…
Look cool and save the planet by sporting a pair of these eco friendly wood sunglasses this summer! By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi As proven by the fact that Armani‘s Canaletto Walnut Wood sunnies have now completely sold out, it’s…
It’s time to ditch the leather straps for one of these best luxury vegan watches instead! By Lora O’Brien It can be tough for vegans to shop for accessories; after all, everything from shoes to belts, and yes, even…
This vegan leather by Le Qara, made from microorganisms, is the latest innovation in sustainable fashion By Chere Di Boscio Not long ago, I decided to move to the beautiful nation of Peru. One of the many reasons for…
By Diane Small It’s a fact that accessories can make or break an outfit. They can either catch the eyes of passers-by and invoke comments like: ‘love your handbag!’ or ‘where did you get that scarf?’ to looks that…
Going on a trip? Start it off ethically by carrying some of the best vegan luggage brands! By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi Once upon a time, heavy, boxy leather suitcases were the norm. Sure, there was some undeniable charm in that…
Often, amazing leather alternatives are invented, but never make it to market. Luckily, these brands using Pinatex are the exception By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi What if we could replace animal leather with something made from pineapple bush waste? Well,…
Looking for a great shoe for everyday wear? These vegan sneaker brands have got you covered! By Katy Caric Vegan sneaker brands are staying abreast of the latest footwear trend – basically, the chunky, clunky (but surprisingly comfy!) trainer.…
By Lora O’Brien What do you look for in a handbag? For me, it should be roomy, sturdy, vegan and eco-friendly. And the Berry Berry is a brand that ticks all my boxes. This is a Slovakian ethical fashion…
By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi For many, it’s the one accessory they can’t live without in the cooler weather – the scarf. They keep your throat warm, add a touch of elegance to minimalist outfits, and are super-versatile. But…exactly how…
By Chere Di Boscio It made sense with Champagne, I guess – after all, the bubbly drink was invented by monks in that particular region of France, and there’s quite a specialised process involved with the making of the…
By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi After carrying straw totes around the beach all season, we all need to go back to work or school, and that can only mean one thing: it’s time to dig out your vegan briefcase! But…
Say no to plastic and paper with these chic plastic bag alternatives, which are perfect for all kinds of shopping By Katy Caric Did you know July is Plastic-Free Month? Given all the plastic bottles of water and other…
By Katy Caric Here’s a shocking fact for you: by the year 2050, there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish! And most of that plastic will have been produced in a short 50-year time span from…
By Katy Caric The accessories you choose can change a look completely – the best example I can think of is how a pair of shoes can transform a simple, all-black outfit into something truly outstanding, but I also…
Looking for some of the best vegan heels to strut your stuff in? These are sexy, chic and ethical! By Katy Caric For most women, a great pair of vegan heels can instantly boost confidence. For me, it’s a…
By Diane Small Vegan bag brand Matt and Nat just keeps going from strength to strength. Its sleek designs and on-trend colours have proven popular with vegans and non-vegans alike, and the fine quality and rich colour of its…
By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi Spring is in the air and ladies like to adorn themselves with colour and light jewellery that celebrate the rebirth of nature. But to do so ethically the selection should occur, amongst brands that create…
By Diane Small Dear reader, I apologise in advance. I know that we’re all supposed to be subscribing to the ‘buy less, buy better’ credo, but after laying your eyes on the offerings of Cult Gaia, the label…
By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi Singer, actress and fashion icon Jane Birkin became synonymous with luxury handbags after a serendipitous encounter in 1981 with Jean-Louis Dumas, the late chief executive of Hermès, on an Air France flight from Paris to…
By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi Back in 2015, the island of Banda Aceh was the epicentre for one of the biggest disasters in recent memory – the Asian tsunami. One seasoned traveller, Brianna Jane, was in love with that island,…