Central Johannesburg College takes advantage of world trends by training youth towards artisan opportunities in the Green Industries With more and more emphasis on the need to become environmentally conscious and ´going green´, the Central Johannesburg College (CJC) has embraced this as an opport
One of my favorite brands, Country Road and the Red Cross have joined forces to reward you for your social conscience. Fashion Trade is clothing donation program that raises money for the community and diverts textile waste from landfills. Donate any clothing or accessories including at least one pr
What is eco fashion? According to Wikipedia sustainable fashion, also called eco fashion, is a part of the growing design philosophy and trend of sustainability, the goal of which is to create a system which can be supported indefinitely in terms of environmentalism and social responsibility. Sus
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Eco-celebs seem to be popping up left right and centre these days! Just last week we told you about vegan enthusiast, Olivia Wilde, well now it´s Emily Deschanel from Bones fame talking about which eco fashion labels do it for her! As told to ecostiletto.com, “I love Loyale! I wear their tops a lot,
Written by: Janine ErasmusSouth Africa and Norway are teaming up to address climate change and boost marine science in Africa, with the recent launch of the Nansen-Tutu Centre in Cape Town in May.The newly launched facility is the fifth in the international Nansen group of research centres, each of
Written by: Jessica SolomonsWhen it comes to giving your life a green makeover, you don’t have to break the bank by spending on high tech solar panels or the latest green gadgets. Making small changes in your daily routine will help you become a more eco-conscious citizen, and what better place to s
The Eco Jacket is both recycled and recyclable and is the showcase product in Henri Lloyd’s mission to become a greener manufacturing company, as well as to be the first international marine clothing company to engage in an infinite recycling program. Partnering with the Japanese company Teijin, and
With her striking blue eyes and impossibly flawless good looks, it’s no surprise that Olivia Wilde – who made an indelible mark as Alex Kelly on The O.C. and Dr. Remy Hadley on House – was ranked the number one hottie in 2009 on Maxim’s annual superficial roundup of lovely ladies in today’s po
Written by: Janine ErasmusRwanda’s annual baby gorilla naming ceremony took place earlier in June, with 18 of the endangered primate babies receiving names.The Kwita Izina is the annual national festival that brings conservationists and gorilla enthusiasts from all over the world, to the village of