Hi friends! Allow us to introduce you to our new eco club member, ethical brand Valani! VALANI designs beautiful, flirty and romantic clothing for women who want a wardrobe that’s also sustainable and ethically made. Many of Valani’s pieces also make great bridesmaid dresses! Today, Valani owner Vanni is here sharing her tips on how to make your wedding more sustainable! We all know that planning a wedding is one of the most stressful things to do in life. As beautiful as this occasion ... Read More
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Your Guide to Small Batch and Sustainable Shopping in LA
Behind all the glitz and glam of Hollywood on-screen, is a more eco-conscious reality—the one where avocado toast and locally sourced bee pollen are totally a thing (I don’t get it either). I know Portland has technically cornered the market on “weird,” but I thoroughly believe you’d be hard-pressed to find a cultural scene more eclectic than LA. As fast-paced and transient as life in the big city may be, many Angelenos have made a collective effort to cultivate a lasting green movement. ... Read More
Sustainably Made Utility Jumpsuits in Every Color of the Rainbow
First it was maxi dresses, then it was overalls (updated this week with more styles!), and now it's the utility jumpsuit... don't you love how many options we have for one-piece outfits these days? It took me a while to get behind jumpsuits (I'm 5'0 and have a tiny bladder, so, even if it fits, it's annoying), buuut now that I spend oh so much time at home I can't deny how comfortable they are. And should I finally leave my den (thank goodness for Seattle spring!), I even look slightly put ... Read More
5 Shopify Apps to Strengthen Customer Experience
Does your sustainable brand run on Shopify? So far in our series of resources for shop owners we've shared our Instagram and blog tips, but today let's back up and focus on the platform. Because so many of our ethical shopping directory members run on Shopify, we thought we’d share why we love this platform and how easy it is to create an even better experience for your customer. Shopify is created specifically for e-commerce brands so even out of the box themes are user friendly, intuitive, ... Read More
How To Dress Like A Conscious Maximalist
I love that the concept of maximalism in sustainable fashion is really just representative of opportunity—taking advantage of your ability to style something out of the ordinary and collect from many different sources, and with limitless potential for inspiration. It’s embodying the idea that you are a canvas with endless opportunity for expression. By adding the ‘conscious’ aspect, you challenge yourself to be more discerning about your fashion, taking into account where and how it’s made, and ... Read More
Where to Buy Ethically Made Shoes Under $300
When it comes to sustainable shopping, ethically made shoes aren't the most affordable. It kind of makes sense, though, right? If there's a wardrobe staple worth investing in, there's no better one than on quality footwear that you can walk around in for months (or even years) before discarding. Not to mention, shoes are one of the toughest fashion pieces to purchase secondhand (in my opinion)--though I applaud anyone who has the patience to do so as it can be quite the search to find the ... Read More
