SUSTAINABLE STYLE
Most vegan shoes today are made with harmful materials, like polyurethane (PU) and PVC, that tend to do more harm than good. But Veerah is …
Founded on the idea that you don’t have to sacrifice quality or ethics to make an affordable shoe, Beckett Simonon is a leader in the …
We all know that global warming is how we refer to the slow increase in temperature of the planet. Although global warming can be a …
Climate beneficial is a term used to describe products that are produced in a way that benefits the planet’s ecosystems and helps to reverse the …
Plastic is where? Underwear and everywhere!
Most underwear is made from polyester. This common synthetic plastic is terrible for the environment for a number of reasons, …
Tights are one of my go-to cold-weather looks. They are perfect with boots and a skirt for brisk Autumn days. However, most tights are made …
Living in Hawai’i, sandals are my go-to everyday shoes. I love flip flops, strappy sandals, and more practical walking sandals too! Unfortunately, many sandals are …
When I stop and think about all the clothing that ends up just sitting for decades in landfills and dumps, it’s almost impossible to process. …
Over the past several months I’ve been working on sustainability research and reporting for the Material Innovation Initiative, a nonprofit helping to grow the next …
I’ve been an avid hiker all my life, and I’ve also dealt with back pain since I was in highschool, so I’m very careful about …
When you think of your dream wardrobe, you might think of words like “stylish,” “on-trend,” or “luxury.” The idea of a sustainable wardrobe doesn’t tend …
With all the environmental challenges we are facing as a planet, it can be daunting to think about even beginning to tackle them.
It might …
This post is sponsored by Clean Origin. All opinions expressed are my own.
I am among the growing number of women who believe that women shouldn’t wait …
Did you know that more than 23 billion pairs of shoes are produced each year? That’s like three pairs of shoes per person in the …
Here comes the sun!
Sustainability can play a part in every decision we make, from what we eat or use to how we travel and what …
Plastic is in so much of our clothing, especially when it comes to workout clothes. Although it seems like an ideal material for exercise due …
When shopping for eco friendly swimwear, it’s hard to completely avoid plastic since it provides stretch and elasticity, but there are some amazing brands I …
Now that we’re all spending more time at home, comfortable clothing is an absolute must! If you’re working (or not working) from home during the Covid-19 …
There’s not a single brand or business that isn’t feeling the financial crunch of the pandemic, especially when it comes to fashion brands. Many consumers …
10.19.2019
Last night I had the pleasure of walking the runway at San Francisco Fashion Week! Vintage and thrift style extraordinaires Double Minted teamed up with …
Less is more~
What an inspiring SFFW!! So many amazing sustainable and slow fashion designers and events. I feel very fortunate to be living in the …
San Francisco Fashion Week has arrived!
The City by the Bay may not be known for its style, but it’s becoming the hub for sustainable and …
Hey guys! Had an amazing time doing this shoot with one of my favorite photographers, Natasha Wilson. We shot at the Madeline Garden Tea House …
I had the most serendipitous fashion moment last week!
We had just finished the first run of manufacturing on our Nzinga Bee Neckties, one of my …
07.17.2019
Just returned home from an amazing solo road trip around New Mexico! I had never visited the state before, and was overwhelmed by the natural beauty …
‘Whateverproof.’ – ABLY
I drink a lot of coffee, and am often covered in paint, dirt, or other messes from my travels and art-making! So white …
Shhhh…. one of my favorite style secrets is to wear real pants that feel like sweatpants. Paired with a slinky top and my favorite ankle booties …
04.04.2019
I just returned from Guatemala, where I was producing photo and video content for an artisan tour of Antigua and Lake Atitlan. The streets of …
Afternoon light beams across the Zambezi River, as hippos wake from their midday siesta to compare tales from the land of nod. Following an exciting …