7 Ethical and Sustainable Maternity Clothing Brands

The fast fashion mindset has consumers convinced that expecting mothers need a whole new wardrobe, but these habits and attitudes increase our negative environmental impact. Maternity wear and its transient nature can contribute to the problem when viewing clothing as disposable. For example a lot of expecting purchase new maternity wear, only to be left with items they no longer wear once baby’s born and nursing’s done. However, this doesn’t have to be the case. There are steps expecting mothers can take that enable moms to continue dressing sustainably.

4 Eco-friendly Blue Light Glasses Brands

Blue light glasses are tinted so that less of this blue light reaches our eyes. By wearing them, it’s hoped that we can lessen the effects that working in front of a computer has on our eyes, hopefully making it a much more pleasant experience. While this yellow tint didn’t always look the chicest, newer sustainable blue light glasses companies have made it so that the yellow color is barely visible and fashionable glasses to style ourselves with while protecting our eyes.

Conscious LivingEmily WaddellMay 7, 2021sustainable brandsComment

A Guide to Bamboo Viscose Clothing

Bamboo is popular within sustainable fashion due to how quickly the plant grows and the ability to turn this plant into durable, odor-resistant, comfortable, and moisture-wicking fibers used to make dresses, shirts, pants, underwear, and more. However, what you’re probably buying is bamboo viscose. Let’s explore!

Emily WaddellApril 27, 2021sustainable style, ethical style guideComment

What is Greenwashing? And How to Avoid It

When companies provide misleading information about their environmentally friendly initiatives or sustainable product and do not actually follow through or have eco-friendly practices worked within their business model this is greenwashing - a claim to deceive consumers into believing products are environmentally friendly.

Conscious LivingEmily WaddellApril 9, 2021sustainable fashion, h&m sustainable fashion, h&mComment

The Sustainable Shoe Made from Hemp: 8000Kicks Review

8000Kicks is an innovative sustainable shoe brand crafting high quality sneakers from hemp. These vegan shoes are strong, flexible, light weight, and splash proof.

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Carry Courage Eco-friendly Cork Bags & Accessories Review

Carry Courage vegan bags are ethically made in Portland, Oregon using sustainable materials. Carry Courage provides conscious consumers with organization solutions through eco-friendly cork pouches, bags, and accessories.

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The Good Tee Organic Fair Trade T-Shirt Review

The Good Tee is a sustainable clothing brand focusing on high quality Fairtrade Certified organic cotton t-shirts. This socially responsible brand allows ethical shoppers to easily learn about the transparent supply chain and trace the manufacturing process through videos and resources highlighting The Good Tee’s partner suppliers and the materials used.

My Toms Wedding Shoes Review: Affordable, Comfortable, & Give Back

For my wedding shoe I wore Toms. I wanted to be comfortable and able to walk confidently on my special day. Being the clumsy hot mess that I am, I knew heels were out of the picture. Wearing Toms was a great choice because they were affordable, comfortable, and a shoe I could rewear after my wedding. The Ivory Grosgrain Bow Women's Classic Alpargatas matched my dress beautifully. The Toms I chose were reasonably priced at around $50 which was great for my wedding budget. I was able to walk down the aisle and dance at our reception without any discomfort.

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Whole Foods Sustainable Wedding Flowers: Baby's Breath Bouquets

I am SO happy with how our Whole Foods wedding flowers turned out. When planning my ethical & sustainable wedding, I knew I wanted to focus on natural and earthy tones. I fell in love with the simplicity of the baby’s breath and the natural elements of the eucalyptus. Whole Foods did all my wedding flowers and our florist, Estella, did a particularly fabulous job. I’m especially in love with the eucalyptus garland and bridal bouquet. I’m so impressed with her skills!

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Is Everlane an Ethical Clothing Brand?

It’s official. I’ve hit the unsubscribe button from my Everlane e-mails. I’ve come to the conclusion Everlane is not ethical enough. In the past few months Everlane has been in the news for union busting, copying designs from small businesses, & lay offs. As a brand that claims to value “radical transparency,” I’m disappointed in how they have handled recent events. Today we’re exploring alternatives to Everlane, what this means for ethical fashion in general, & my experience working with the brand.

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My Eco-friendly Wedding Centerpieces: Recycled Glass Bottles & Greenery

In this guide featuring my eco-friendly wedding centerpieces, I’ll walk you through how I designed my tables featuring the flowers, recycled glass bottles, wedding place cards, & more.

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My Review of Nisolo's Ethically Made Leather Boots & Tote Bag

Nisolo is a certified B Corporation crafting high quality, ethically made leather goods using socially responsible practices. Through their sustainable leather shoes, Nisolo provides steady employment opportunities for shoemakers in Peru & Mexico, allowing artisans to support themselves and their families. Nisolo uses sustainable practices such as eco-friendly waste disposal systems, leather byproducts from the meat industry, & carbon offsetting to craft leather goods that are meant to last a life time.

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Jackalo: Sustainable Kids Clothing Crafted to Last

Jackalo is a sustainable brand of children’s clothing that is ethically made and crafted to last. This kid’s clothing brand encourages parents to invest in high quality products for their children & take part in circular fashion. Great lessons to start teaching kids at a young age!

Brides for a Cause: Secondhand Wedding Dresses for Charity

Brides for a Cause is a non-profit bridal boutique that sells wedding dresses for charity. This unique bridal shop focuses on collecting & reselling wedding dresses while empowering women. The proceeds from wedding dresses sold are donated to women focused charities. Since opening in 2012, Brides for a Cause has collected over 10,000 wedding dresses, donated over $700,000 to their charity partners, and provided their customers with a number of sustainable wedding dresses.

8 Social Impact Brands Focusing on Products Made in Haiti

If you’ve been following along for a while you probably remember that I did a study abroad trip to Haiti a couple years ago. It was a great opportunity because we didn’t go to build houses for anyone, save anyone, or teach anyone…we went to learn as students. We visited social enterprises, learned about Haitian culture, the economy, the health care system, and all. It was truly a life changing experience. These people have the kindest souls and are incredibly hard workers.

7 Slow Living Tips Humans Can Learn from Their Pets

Meet Jimmie (dog) & Theo (cat). Our little furry babies. Stunners huh?#adoptdontshop Both about 6 months old and quickly becoming best buds. Being a new pet owner can be a bit overwhelming when your animals are so young, but these little goobers have taught me a lot. Somedays I get frustrated when I’m working from home and they’re going crazy They remind me daily about the importance of slow living and unconditional love. Here are a few slow living tips I think we could all take in and benefit from.

Conscious LivingEmily WaddellOctober 21, 2018conscious lifestyle guideComment

My Passion Lilie Fair Trade Clothing Review: Affordable Ethical Style

Passion Lilie’s bold style empowers consumers wearing their apparel and the artisans who craft these beautiful goods. Passion Lilie provides sustainable employment opportunities to artisans in India through the crafting of eco-friendly clothing and accessories.

9+ Eco Shoe Brands Your Feet Will Love

These ethical and sustainable shoe brands are focusing on transparent supply chains, eco-friendly materials, and fair labor practices. This guide features eco-conscious sandals, handmade boots, and ethical sneakers. I’ve tried shoes from all of these socially responsible brands and have never been disappointed. Learn about these shoe companies and support their missions.

5 Ethical Leather Brands Making a Difference

Leather products provide a lot of employment opportunities in developing countries. Steady employment opportunities through the creation of leather goods allows community members the opportunity to lift themselves out of poverty & support their families. When I visited Haiti I was able to witness the impact leather goods and sustainable employment can have on families. Here are five ethical leather brands thatI encourage you to support as their missions help provide steady jobs in developing communities and encourage individuals to rise above poverty.

Emily WaddellSeptember 19, 2018ethical fashion, ethical brand guideComment

10 Ethical & Sustainable Clothing Brands Embracing Curves

Ethical and sustainable fashion can be tricky to find in general, but especially for sizes that aren't in the S-L range. Check out these size inclusive clothing brands that carry XL-6XL! Some say plus size, I personally am not a fan of this phrase because it seems to separate these sizes as "the other." XL and up are sizes too! The reality is people wear a variety of sizes and the clothing industry shouldn't shame people based on their size or make it more difficult for XL+ to find clothes.