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Is vegan leather more sustainable than natural leather?
When I am looking out for new sustainable fashion brands, I always try to look out for the fabrics used. Lately, I tried to find leather accessories. I am not a vegan but always prefer vegan leather alternatives. However, even if there are some vegan leather alternatives I am never sure if they would last…
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Environmental impact of the fast fashion industry
Following our articles about the fashion industry, I want to talk a bit more about the environmental impact. Did you know that the fashion industry is one of the most polluting of our planet? That the creation of a garment is polluting? That there is no such thing as throwing “away”? The creation of a…
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Are the big fashion houses sustainable?
While I was learning about sustainability, I started to wonder about fashion. If you look at the high prices as well as the number of garments they create you would think that fashion houses like Dior, Chanel, Gucci are sustainable. But is this true? Between fast fashion and pure luxury exist a new outgoing way…
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Piñatex: The new vegan leather made of pineapple
With global warming and the outbreak of new measure to save the planet, scientist try to find new ways to recycle or create products. Bags, belt and other accessories that formerly would be made from leather are nowadays less popular as people realise the impact it has on animals. In this article we will talk…
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Tips for decluttering and organising your closet
Decluttering is the action of removing all the unnecessary things. It has been proven to help people in stress or having regular panic attack and anxiety. Decluttering can be amazing to just give a good clean to your closet but it is also good to remind you what treasure you have. Here are a few…
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Thoughts of September: ethical lingerie brand from Switzerland
In line with our review of fast fashion, I absolutely want to be 100% transparent with you guys. I want to support some sustainable and ethical brands in clothing, jewellery and lingerie. The goal is to show you that those brands are not only fully conscious of the impact but also look/are luxurious and chic.
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The supply chain and garment workers in the fast fashion world
Following the article about the introduction of fast-fashion, I want to talk to you about the supply chains and the garment workers. So many people say fast fashion is bad but why? Since the beginning of time, people make clothes. Why is this seen as a problem now? Well, there are several factors such as…
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Bamboo: the best plant from food to clothes
While searching for a more sustainable approach to life, I came across bamboo. Some love it because it can be used in so many different ways. Some hate it because, after planting it in their garden, it became super invasive.
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The fast fashion industry: from 1800 until now!
Today I want to talk to you about fashion. I am a big fan of clothing, jewellery, lingerie and shoes. I am sure you are too and cannot resist those beautiful earrings or top you saw in the shop. Did you know that the latest trend is to buy a dress of low quality/cost just…