I've been determined not to use the term 'credit crunch' anywhere in my writings because, well, it's just talking it up isn't it? And we'd all like to pretend it isn't happening. But that would mean ignoring all the good things that can come out of penny-pinching -- like getting creative, and greening up your life by avoiding mass-produced items.
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Shop.com, the UK's biggest virtual shopping mall, has opened up a new section dedicated to 'green' products, split into four categories: organic, fairtrade, energy-saving and chemical- free.
I've not used this site before, but quite like the way it's organised this new section, as it makes finding green products very easy. There are plenty of well known and tested names here too, including Traidcraft, Natural Collection and John Lewis. Another one to add to your bookmarks for easy, ethical shopping.
Enamore is one of those labels I've followed from its early days, and it's great to see its recycled and ethically-produced pieces gracing the catwalk just a couple of years on.
I'm particularly excited about two new collections due to be launched at LFW's Estethica in September: Enamore Jour includes dresses, tops, skirts, shorts and trousers made from an array of sustainable fabrics including hemp, organic cotton, organic silk and bamboo with a sassy pinch of vintage. Enamore Nuit, which focuses on evening and occasion-wear, includes this organic silk 'Marilyn' dress, which Enamore have released as a 'teaser'. I'm anticipating some seriously jaw-dropping pieces here...
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It has often occured to me that surfers are a caring breed, and compared with the average sun-seeker, they seem to have a lot of respect for the places they go to have their fun. It's probably all that getting close to nature that does it.
According to Nollie, this tradition is being taken to a new level as group of surfers has formed a collective of like-minded people dedicated to giving something back to the beautiful and far-flung places they visit. Surfers without borders aims to help communities create a secure water and food supply while improving the environment. Its multi-talented members combine their talents in free Permaculture Design workshops, such as creating dry composting toilets or planting trees. Art projects are also offered to encourage personal empowerment and awareness of environmental issues through creativity.
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The iPhone's very existence is the main reason why Greenpeace won't fully recognise Apple's attempts to be more eco-friendly in recent years. The must-have handset is loaded with toxic chemicals, they say, including some particularly nasty ones that most other mobile companies have already shunned.
But all that doens't matter anymore, because the new model is going to be encased in potato starch instead of plastic. In a bid to cut down on waste, Apple has announced that the 3G iPhone to be released later this month will come in the fully recyclable packaging made by Paperphone. Thinking about how many of these phones will sell, it's a step in the right direction. But a small one...
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The Dogs' Trust has been doing some great work towards lowering the *ahem* 'emissions' that come from man's best friend, and have pointed us towards some tips for greening up Fido. The good news is that they've concluded that dog-owning families actually have a lower carbon footprint on average than exclusively two-legged ones -- as long as they follow some simple rules.
It isn't all about using biodegradable poop-scoop bags and ensuring you clean up after your pet: there are loads of other ways you can be a greener dog owner. Read on after the jump for some suggestions.
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I've raved about their stuff before, but now this crazily-shaped chair by the Fair Trade Furniture company has a holy seal of approval, after a special visitor planted his blessed behind on its unusual, asymetric rattan form. Can you guess who graced the Jogya this weekend?
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I've been determined not to use the term 'credit crunch' anywhere in my writings because, well, it's just talking it up isn't it? And we'd all like to pretend it isn't happening. But that would mean ignoring all the good things that can come out of penny-pinching -- like getting creative, and greening up your life by avoiding mass-produced items.
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