Shoes that bring cultural change
byYou probably haven´t heard of Veja as they employ a zero zero strategy of not advertising. But I think their way of doing business and producing their products is just too good not to share!
2012
Heat up your home
byThere’s no doubt that we are influenced by our surroundings. If the cold months make you feel down, boost your emotional wellbeing by splashing some warm décor into your home. Texture adds a touch Fabrics and patterns go a long way to make rooms feel inviting and warm. Scatter some cushions on couc
Maggots: a sustainable animal feed
byAn enterprising duo has developed a sustainable alternative to fishmeal and soya livestock feeds, in the process helping to ease the pressure on precious natural resources which are constantly under strain from the growing human population.
First green superyacht goes on sale
byHow does the wealthy boating enthusiast reconcile a passion for gas-guzzling superyachts with concern for the natural ocean environment?
SA’s drinking water is top class
bySouth Africa’s drinking water is among the best to be found anywhere, and the country remains among a few in the world where water can safely be consumed from the tap, said water affairs minister Edna Molewa.Molewa was releasing the 2012 Blue Drop report during the Water Institute of Southern Africa
Protecting marine life with plastic
byInnovative plastic pipe bins are being used in a waste removal project – the first of its kind in South Africa – to clear discarded fishing line from beaches along the country´s coastline.The specially designed bins form part of the Dyer Island Conservation Trust pilot project, an initiative that ai
Oops, Gaga did it again
byLady Gaga hammed it up at a recent concert in Tokyo wearing a second meat dress. On Monday, the controversy-courting singer tweeted a photo of herself—photographed by famed lensman Terry Richardson, no less—belting out “Americano” while standing between twin flanks of prop meat. While Gaga remained
AG 2012 gets a fresh new look
byAvant Garde 2012 gets a new look! What do you think? We love it!
Winter spoils from Africology
byI have been sampling some of one of my favourite skincare brands, Africology´s, new winter ranges as well as their new kids range. The kids range will be available online from 01 July and consists of the following:Baby lotionBody soakShampoo and body washBye bye bugsSPF 30 sun lotionLike all Africol
Beauty with Heart
byIf you have not seen the banners on the site or if you have but haven´t clicked to find out more, let me tell you about the Body Shop´s latest product range and new manifesto, Beauty with Heart. The new beautifying oils come in 7 new flavours* and allow you to look good, feel good and do good to as