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What Is Slow Fashion? And How To Join the Slow Fashion Movement
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BY Jennifer Okafor ·
09·16·20
The slow fashion movement is a much-needed response to the growing fast fashion industry and its resulting environmental damage. If you’re asking “what is slow fashion?”, here’s a detailed breakdown of the slow fashion concept and what it means to the fashion industry.
How to Minimize Your Wardrobe - Declutter Your Closet & Save Money
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BY Jennifer Okafor ·
09·10·20
Clothing and accessories are significant contributors to clutter. People hoard clothing they no longer wear for various reasons. A report by WRAP says that consumers in the UK have about £30 billion worth of clothes they have not worn for the past year. By learning how to minimise your wardrobe, you can manage your space […]
Best Hemp Backpacks - 10 Pure Hemp & Himalayan Backpack Picks
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09·07·20
Now is the season when backpacks are on everyone’s mind. Of course, students are getting into back-to-school mode all the way from preschool through graduate school. More than that, as the world gradually reopens for business, more and more of us are carrying our work documents, laptops, and supplies in backpacks. A great many of […]
17 Zero Waste Makeup Brands for Sustainable Beauty Routines
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BY Jennifer Okafor ·
09·07·20
For people who love makeup and are also creating a zero-waste lifestyle, the idea of zero-waste makeup may seem a challenging task. But new and innovative brands are promising that we can go waste-free and wear makeup at the same time. To help you on the way we’ve compiled a list of 17 zero-waste makeup […]
Circular Fashion - Definition and Progress Towards Sustainability
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BY Jennifer Okafor ·
09·05·20
Stakeholders in the fashion industry, from consumers to manufacturers, are beginning to realize the impact of our fashion choices, especially in our environment and various economies. Here we take a look at the introduction of circular fashion practices and initiatives whilst answering the questions “what is circular fashion?”. And more importantly, can it help?
Why Is Water Conservation Important?
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BY Jennifer Okafor ·
09·04·20
Freshwater is one of the most essential natural resources on our planet. It’s imperative to take an integrated, sustainable approach, consider the world's water cycle, and think about the usage and conservation of freshwater. By asking why water conservation is important, we will begin to uncover the damaging effects of some of our habits and […]
Refillable Laundry Detergent - For A Zero Waste Laundry
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BY Jennifer Okafor ·
08·07·20
Our laundry routines involve more waste and consumption than we may assume. Making the right choices when it comes to how you wash your clothes can help you to become more eco-friendly. And when you consider the waste that comes with laundry, a great step towards being a bit more green is to use refillable […]
Bring Your Own Bags
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BY Jennifer Okafor ·
07·26·20
Breaking our reliance on single-use plastic can be a challenge. But the small steps we take to move in the right direction really can make a big difference. Bring your own bag to help reduce plastic waste.
History of Thrift Stores and Thrifting
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07·15·20
You may see her at a thrift store—Jane Fonda, that beautiful, famous Oscar-winning actress, and activist in her 80s who recently announced she is never buying any new clothes again. She obviously heard the word about sustainability, that around the world, we are creating more clothes than we need. When we purchase second-hand clothes or […]
25 Zero Waste Gifts Ideas For Conscious Presents
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06·12·20
Gift buying can be a challenge for anyone. Coming up with eco-friendly, zero waste gift ideas is even more tasking once you attempt the search. As we celebrate special events and seasons with the people in our lives, we should remember to consciously pick items which will eventually cause little to no harm to our […]
What is Zero Waste? And the Zero Waste Movement All About?
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BY Jennifer Okafor ·
04·25·20
What is zero waste really about? When we think about the waste building up in landfills and water bodies, most of us think about plastic. And plastic waste is certainly one of the biggest waste challenges we face. But living a zero-waste lifestyle is not just about ditching those disposable plastic bags and bottles. 
The Growing Popularity of Zero Waste Supermarkets
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04·03·20
So much of what we buy is packaged in the ubiquitous plastic tub, bottle or wrap. For decades, supermarkets have plied us with goods that come in all sorts of packaging. However, given growing concern and consumers seeking less wasteful alternatives new entrants are challenging the status quo. Doing their admirable bit to help address our […]
11 Ted Talks about Zero Waste and Plastic Free Living
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03·31·20
Every corner of the earth is facing a plastic epidemic. Beaches and oceans are continuously affected by it but fortunately, more and more people are starting to take a stance. With this change in attitude, there’s also a whole bunch of zero waste talks and plastic-free talks out there to inspire us all. Below we’ve […]
How to Reduce Water Waste at Home? Tips to Save Water and Money.
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BY Jennifer Okafor ·
02·29·20
There is no doubt that most of us take water for granted. Particularly in the UK, where we have wet winters and wet summers too. From showering to washing dishes and even watering the garden, we use and rarely give it’s constant availability a second thought. However, water is not a limitless source and the […]
7 TED Talks on Sustainable Fashion
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01·21·20
From manufacturing to how we dispose of our clothing the fashion industry is a serious polluter. From cheaper garments to keeping them for less time to throwing them away when they are no longer in fashion or useful, it all adds up. Therefore, we hope you enjoy our selection of TED talks on sustainable fashion. […]
73 Sustainability Quotes & Sayings Inspiring Sustainable Living
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BY Jennifer Okafor ·
01·09·20
We need a conscious approach to our consumption habits. The energy we use, the products we buy, and the food we eat mostly come with environmental costs. These sustainability quotes point out many of such costs and remind us of the need for change. Human activities are responsible for the rapid depletion of the earth’s […]
Vegan Quotes
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01·09·20
More people are going vegan every year, and it’s not hard to see why. The cruelty to animals raised for food and the unsustainability associated with traditional omnivorous diets is enough reason for anyone to make the choice. Our selection of vegan quotes are here to share others' journeys to veganism and inspire your choice […]
Vegetarian Quotes
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01·09·20
Vegetarianism is a lifestyle practice of abstaining from the consumption of meat and meat products. Most people choose to be vegetarian to stop contributing to the killing and maltreatment of animals raised for food. Our selection of vegetarian quotes are here to inspire your choices. Talking about a vegetarian diet can draw plenty of criticisms […]
Turning Plastic Waste Into Clothes Made Out Of Plastic
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12·05·19
Most of us are aware of the plastic waste problem we face. As we aim to reduce plastic pollution, turning plastic waste into clothes could be a game-changer. From big brands to young, considerate business owners, green clothing is set to become a serious trend. 
Hemp Plastic - Can Hemp Replace Oil-based Plastics?
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11·22·19
We live in an age where we have made many technological advances. Yet we still get through huge amounts of polluting plastic material. Plastic made, mostly, from non-renewable sources. However, one of the many advances that now presents viable alternatives is bio-plastic. Or plastic made from organic matter rather and oil-based polymers. Of the suitable […]
Zero Waste Christmas - Gifts, Ideas & Tips for a Plastic-Free Christmas
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11·12·19
When the leaves start to turn yellow and the weather begins to cool its the time of the year when we know we’re on the downward slope to Christmas. Or for those of you in the southern hemisphere the BBQs come out and the beach calls. As we approach this Christmas we may also stop and […]
Importance of 4Rs - Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
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11·07·19
By growing awareness and gaining an understanding of the environmental impacts we have on our planet, we can be better informed of where and how to act. A lack of awareness and responsibility has all added up to polluted land, sea and air. From a lack of consideration of the environment in the way we […]
Bamboo Vs. Plastic... Is Bamboo Really More Eco-Friendly?
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09·26·19
Plastic waste. It is everywhere. Our throw-away approach to plastic is causing us huge problems. With many alternatives now around, let’s consider bamboo. And ask ourselves,  “bamboo versus plastic - is bamboo an eco-friendly alternative?”.
Buying into responsible and conscious consumerism
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BY Sam Colyer ·
08·06·19
What exactly is conscious consumerism? It's actually about being informed. It's about getting to know the businesses that you buy from, and deciding whether or not you support their ethics and ethos. You might agree with their approach to animal testing, sustainability and/or equal pay.  Or you might oppose their use of certain ingredients. As […]
12 Sustainable Fashion Bloggers To Follow For Ethical Fashion Choices
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BY Jennifer Okafor ·
07·05·19
Lucy Shea, CEO of the sustainability brand called Futerra, said: “The revolution will look fabulous.” However, it’s not so easy to start a fashion revolution if you do not have a tribe. This is why we’re presenting 12 eco-friendly fashion bloggers to follow. 
15 Zero Waste Kitchen Products & Plastic-Free Kitchen Ideas
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06·12·19
Does the special person in your life enjoy creating in the kitchen? Even if they aren’t quite ready for master chef, we’ve compiled a bunch of plastic-free gift ideas for home and kitchen. Give the gift of plastic-free to help cut down on plastic waste.
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