Before I jump into my 2016 resolutions, I want to do a small recap of this year’s highlights. There are two biggies worth mentioning. This year I converted The Peahen. I’m now focusing solely on ethical fashion. Why? Because fashion can be smart. Because fashion can be a powerful force for social justice. Instead of …
Can one brand upend what we’ve come to expect from our favorite fashion stores – cheap thrills to satisfy our desire for options? Zady think so. The brand is set out with with a simple, compelling mission – To make clothes what they should be: Clothes that fit. Clothes that feel great. Pieces that inspire. Better yet, Zady just …
Choosing leather ethically can be tricky. I’ve deciphered some of the popular options and brands to help you cut through the marketing and get to the truth. I learned these lessons first-hand when my mom asked for my birthday wish-list, and kindly obliged to my request for an ethical, faux leather handbag. After some research, …
I’m headed to NYC next weekend for the Ethical Writers & Creatives Fall Style Swap. That means I get to meet a crew of my fellow writers. I’m stoked about the event and even more stoked for my readers in the Manhattan area – because you can join us! The Style Swap is one of the EWC’s …
I collaborated with one of my favorite e-commerce retailers, Ecohabitude, to curate picks from their collection of ethical and sustainable fashion, lifestyle and beauty products. When I started shopping ethically, it was a struggle to find designs that resonated with my aesthetic for two reasons. One, I dress for a finance job every day. Two, I …
I love jewelry – I think it’s the perfect accessory to an outfit and can show off a bit of your personality. I even enjoy reading up on the different gems you can use in jewelry! If you’re like me, check out https://www.haruni.com/ to find out more about sapphires. This is why I was so …
A Guest Post by Alden Wicker, a sustainable living devotee and founder and editor of EcoCult.com, a site about all things green in NYC and beyond, including fashion, beauty, food, home design and fun. You should check it out, just sayin’. In my last story, I told you about other counties killing it at ethical …