2011

Winter fashion trends

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Written by: Adrienne BrookbanksEco clothing is hardly a new thing, but the inventive and creative ways in which fashion designers are utilising sustainable materials continues to impress us fashionistas. liveeco takes a look at some of the latest winter fashions from New York Fashion Week as well as

Eco-friendly habits

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Written by: Giulia Simolo Good habits are not only about improving yourself, but also doing your bit for the planet. But are your children’s habits green? Or could they do with some eco-friendliness? Here are some good green habits to start them on the right track. Pop it in the recycling bin Ensure

Entry level green cars

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The concept of green, electric cars used to be accompanied by a mental image of a boring, box-shaped SUV. Not only were the early models more suitable for soccer moms than the younger generations, but the price tags were also too high for students and entry-level workers to be able to afford them. B

The Starke Effect: Bokashi Update

The Starke Effect: Bokashi Update

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Just over a week ago I showed you my first ever bokashi burial here. Check out the decomp process in the pics below… I don´t know if it´s been the rain we´ve been experiencing in Cape Town over the last few days but the plants in the area surrounding my bokashi burial spot are looking extremely he

Get that "just-bitten" look with Tarte

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If you are hungry for some fresh blood in your makeup collection then we´ve got just the thing for you.Now you too can create that sexy vamp look seen on vampire series, True Blood´s, characters. A limited-edition three-piece makeup collection from the same folks responsible for the sexy vampire dra

The Starke Effect: Veggie Gardens 101

The Starke Effect: Veggie Gardens 101

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Luckily we´ve had a few sunnyish days in Cape Town over the last two weeks which allowed me to get going with my very first veggie garden, courtesy of Starke Ayres. As I mentioned before in previous posts, I am no gardening pro so the thought of starting my own vegetable patch was at first slightly

A green education

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Written by: Rob PetersAfter they have spent decades assaulting the planet, it is hard to imagine those that govern us – or to be honest ourselves – are going to be doing anything to reverse the process. Call me a cynic, but the bulk of the world’s population born before 1985-ish are blind to the pro

Funky Green Gadgets

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Tech gadgets is a multi-billion Rand industry, with new Smartphones, laptops and navigation systems launched every other month. While some consumers are only concerned with the price-tag and functionalities of their new toy, others also consider the “greenness” of the gadget. This month, liveeco loo

Michelle Obama: Thrifty and Ethical

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The U.S. first lady wears ethical clothing from ASOS Africa Collection Although Michelle Obama loves her designer dresses, and has wowed in gowns made by Alexander McQueen, Tracey Reese and Jason Wu, she is also not afraid to shop with the bottom line in mind. She was recently spotted on local sh