COP17 starts in Durban
byThe much-anticipated COP17 climate change conference, considered one of the world´s most important events, got underway in Durban in KwaZulu-Natal province this week.
2011
Create the perfect smokey eye
byCreate the perfect smokey eye with this special edition make-up kit from The Body Shop (R199). Ideal as a stocking stuffer, by the way! The key ingredient is Community fair trade marula oil.
SA and eco fashion – Is it sustainable?
byWhen you hear the words “SA eco fashion” what comes to mind? Probably our amazing green fashion labels, such as Ilan, Lunar and Fundudz, right? But eco fashion, however pretty or popular, does come with its own obstacles.
Honeybush industry set for growth
bySouth Africa´s honeybush tea industry has been identified as an important growth sector in the country´s economy, according to a recent study.According to Stephen Hobson, an agricultural economist from Stellenbosch University who led the study
It´s no fun being extinct
byDame Vivienne Westwood is no stranger to philanthropy. From supporting Peruvian Amazon preservation to traveling to Kenya to work on her Ethical Fashion Africa collection, the queen of British fashion is also a leader of compassion
Bean There is Here!
byLast week was the official launch of Bean There in Cape Town. I´ve been waiting months for this as I had heard rave reports about their Joburg store so was very excited to hear that Bean There was now here
Kim Kardashian Too Furry for PETA´s Liking
byKim Kardashian isn´t having a November to remember.People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals is targeting the reality star over her furry fashion choices in a new billboard set to debut in Los Angeles.So what´s got PETA´s goat?
The Key to Upcycling your Wardrobe
byUpcycling is one of the latest trends in eco-living. But what does it mean for your wardrobe? Here is all you need to know about upcycling and how to make it your new fashion motto. What does upcycling mean?
COP17 comments from the industry
byOn 30 September 2011, International Relations Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane confirmed that South Africa will be ready to host the hotly contested United Nations climate change conference, the COP17 in Durban from 28 November to 9 December 2011
Get lippy
byGive your lips some attention this summer with The Body Shop´s new limited edition Hi-Shine Lip Treatment. It´s super glossy and super fruity and gives lips maximum shine with a hint of sparkle!