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5 things to look for when shopping for Ethical Fashion.

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5 things to look for when shopping for Ethical Fashion.

 Are you thinking of switching over to the Ethical Fashion? I know it can be a bit confusing... the odds are, you've probably bought a top from an Ethical Fashion shop without even knowing it. Whether you're brand new to the Ethical Fashion world, or have already made the switch; here are 5 things you should be looking for when you're shopping for Ethical Fashion.  1. They Use Slow Fashion Practices. Look for brands that support "Slow Fashion." To sum it up, look for brands that focus on quality over quantity, are thoughtful about the environment, and are fair to...

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Is Bamboo Good for Clothing?

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Is Bamboo Good for Clothing?

People often ask is bamboo good for clothing? Bamboo clothing has some unique properties due to the way the fibre is made. Bamboo has recently seen an uprise in uses in towels, bamboo clothing, sheets and blankets. This is due to the wearability and use of bamboo as a material in fabrics. It has a wonderful soft drape and feel as well as being temperature regulating as well as doesn't hold smell.     Is Bamboo Good For Clothing? Bamboo thread is milled with a smooth outside and a hollow inside (like a long tube) this provided insulating properties which...

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How to: Put Your Money where Your Mouth is on International Women's Day.

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How to: Put Your Money where Your Mouth is on International Women's Day.

International Women’s Day began on March 8th, 1908 after garment workers in New York City took to the streets to protest their wages. More than a century later, the globalized garment industry still exploits too many women and girls, with 1/3 of female garment workers having experienced sexual harassment in their workplace.
Around the world, the majority of the 300 million people who make our clothes work for less than a living wage and are unable to negotiate for their wages and working conditions. So today, as we reflect on the gender issues we face in our everyday lives, and the empowerment women have achieved in the past century, we should consider the state of women in the global fashion supply chain.

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A Detailed look at the Lana Pencil Bamboo Skirt!

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A Detailed look at the Lana Pencil Bamboo Skirt!

The Lana Pencil Bamboo Skirt is in production soon and you can book yours at a VIP preorder price for a limited time only.  This bamboo skirt is one of our favourites! It pairs perfectly with almost every top, is incredibly flattering and also the most comfortable skirt you will ever own.  It also has our trademark pockets because women need more pockets! Join designer Jenny as she goes through all the details! Shop the Lana Pencil Bamboo Skirt here. Grab yours here.

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Made to Order Fashion: Exploring the Love of Slow Fashion and Pre-Orders.

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Made to Order Fashion: Exploring the Love of Slow Fashion and Pre-Orders.

In the effort to increase sustainability of our items we have moved to a practice of slow fashion as well as using a Pre-Order system for new styles. This helps us manage our small business more effectively, allows our clients to decide which styles we make and also increases the eco friendly advantages of our fashions.     The practice of fast, cheap and dirty fashion is havoc to our planet. Fast Fashion is also fairly new, just coming on the scene in the early 90's. Companies who take a Fast Fashion mindset in business try to launch many new...

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