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Are your shoes vegan?

Vegan diets, vegan cosmetics and now vegan shoes. If you’re not that familiar with the concept, you might be wondering what vegan shoes are all about – and do shoes really need to be vegan? The answer is: Yes! Here’s more about ethical shoes.

Biodegradable liquid wood sunglasses from Gucci

After their 2011 debut of four sustainable eyewear models produced in collaboration with Safilo group, Italian luxury brand Gucci is continuing their commitment to the environment with the design of sunglasses made from liquid wood – a biodegradable material which has never before been used in the eyewear sector – and new eco-friendly packaging.

Sustainable Soles from Gucci

Gucci have become the latest brand to design an eco-friendly shoe line as part of their pre-fall 2012 collection. Following in the footsteps of the likes of Stella McCartney, the new shoe collection designed by creative director Frida Giannini will use biodegradable plastic instead of leather or suede to create chic, guilt-free footwear. The project is part of Gucci´s ongoing commitment to the Copenhagen Fashion Summit, the world´s most important conference on sustainability and fashion.

Nourish your skin this winter

Winter doesn’t have to mean dry, flaky skin or make you consider hibernation. Here’s how to nourish your skin during the cold months so you can flaunt it and feel fabulous!

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5 Great Natural Skin Products for Winter

Winter has arrived, bringing with it many skin concerns. Ensure you make the most of this season by using the following natural products, all available from local health stores.Rooibos Face Day Cream with Sun Protect by African ExtractsMoisturising is a big part of helping skin to survive winter, as

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The fur debate: adding ‘eco’ to the mix

While the textile industry as a whole has been recognised as an environmental hazard, fur in fashion remains controversial because of the animal cruelty factor. But with everyday fabrics like cotton heavily depleting and polluting fresh water supplies worldwide, could it be that we need to revaluate

Shoes that bring cultural change

You 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!

Maggots: a sustainable animal feed

An 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.