This guide will feature a few lessons on sustainable agriculture with organic farming practices and introduce you to some of the best companies making and growing organic products.
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This guide features a list of eco-friendly bouquet companies to order from, explores the ethics of the flower industry, and provides tips for picking out eco-friendly flowers.
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Ethical clothing can be tricky to find, but don’t worry! This is the ultimate guide to discover fair trade fashion, sustainable style, and socially responsible brands to make your wardrobe more meaningful. With the price guide conscious consumers will easily be able to identify affordable ethical clothing brands and high end brands. Use this brand list to easily shop your values, purchase high quality clothes, and be part of the fashion revolution. If you’re kick starting your conscious closet you can discover more brands & resources through our Quick Lists & Guides.
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We all know the common style compliment response…..“ Thanks, I got it for $10” or whatever great deal the consumer feels they received. But quite frankly this is not something to be bragging about……low price isn’t always a good thing. It’s usually a sign of fast fashion which involves slavery, disrespect, and suffering. It indicates how we, as consumers, want immediate satisfaction in buying a lot for a little and view garments as disposable. And it probably indicates a low quality product that won’t last very long. I’m not saying this is always the case in a cheap find, but a lot of times it is. It’s time to rethink how we respond and focus less on bragging about the price because as Lucy Siegle says “Fast fashion isn’t free. Someone somewhere is paying.”
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While k-cups can be wasteful, there are ways to choose BETTER k-cups such as choosing organic coffee or single serve cups made with eco-friendly materials.
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Let's explore the safety and sustainability of pesticides along with look at some natural and organic pesticides.
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The mattress industry has been known to use some harsh materials which have a negative impact on our health and the environment. Luckily, Nolah is leading the way to a more sustainable mattress industry with their Natural mattress giving consumers a more eco-conscious option. I was so excited to receive a gifted Nolah Natural 11” mattress and wanted to share my thoughts with you.
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Flood Clothing creates unique, one of a kind sustainable clothing made from 100% recycled materials. The crafting of each garment prevents textiles from ending up in the landfills. Flood Clothing is ethically made in the USA, specifically, the zero waste clothing is designed and hand sewn in Portland, Oregon.
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If you're looking to be more eco-friendly in your home, one simple way is to change your thermostat settings. In this blog post, we'll go over some of the best settings to help save energy (and money)!
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As the weather warms up for spring we can pull out our new dresses! While the most sustainable practice is to rewear the dresses in your closet, if you choose to purchase a new dress this spring these eco-friendly and ethical brands have some great options. Discover organic cotton, linen, and dresses made from reclaimed fabrics.
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Let’s explore exactly what organic cold brew coffee is, why you should try it, and five of the best organic cold brew companies to try.
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Periods are not something freely talked about, but with the knowledge that conventional period products are impacting our planet and may pose a risk to our health, it’s even more important that we discuss it openly. Chemicals in personal care products have become a growing concern, and this includes those found in tampons. Typically made of cotton, rayon, or a blend of the two, the way these materials are manufactured exposes our bodies and the planet to harmful processes and products. Unfortunately, what's in our tampons is not something that is taught in women's health education, so let's discuss organic period products and conventional period products.
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In this blog post, we've gathered a list of powerful quotes about slowing down that will inspire you to take a break and embrace the present moment.
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Let’s explore the concept of sustainable clothing, discuss the drawbacks of regular men's clothing, highlight eco-friendly materials to look for, and meet some of the best sustainable clothing brands for men.
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After a long and hard day, there is nothing like coming home, hoping in the shower and taking time to scrub the day away. This is the perfect way to enter into the ultimate relaxation mode and treat yourself to feeling fresh and clean. However, in that little bottle of body scrub, there can be some ingredients that can be harmful so in this article, we are going to help you find the best scrub that is full of great ingredients! Let's explore the sustainability of body scrubs, discover ingredients to be aware of, and discover some of the best organic exfoliating body scrubs from small businesses.
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Nisolo strives to be a conscious company that creates stylish, functional products while improving the lives of those who make Nisolo's pieces. Nisolo artisans in Peru, Kenya, & Mexico have steady employment opportunities that allow them to support their households and make a living wage while producing high quality products.
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There is a difference between biodegradable and compostable, which is important to note if we wish to dispose of items properly and responsibly. Let’s start by breaking down the terms.
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I’m here to tell you all that you need to know about sustainable luggage, why it’s better for the environment, and what type of materials it’s made of. Plus, I’ll be introducing you to some of my favorite sustainable luggage brands.
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