Happy Valentine's Day, friends! I love wearing a little something special for this Hallmark holiday. It's nice to have a reminder to romanticize life a bit, not just with your partner but other relationships--most importantly, the one with yourself. While there are plenty of acts of self care that don't require you to spend money, I thought it would be fun to share my own ethical fashion wishlist full of red and pink dresses and other Valentine's Day favorites. I've been coming across a lot ... Read More
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6 Black-Owned Wellness Businesses to Support this February and Beyond
It’s that time of year again! February is Black History Month, and that means we get to discover—and promote—Black-owned brands and companies we may not have heard of before. So in case you’ve been meaning to look up some new sustainable alternatives and ways to support small Black-owned businesses, here’s 6 bookmark for your next trip to the wellness aisle! Brown Girl Jane Black female owned and operated, BGJ focuses on resolving inequity in the wellness space for WOC. The company sells ... Read More
72 Hours in Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap is the second largest city in the Kingdom of Cambodia. With its inspiring temples, colorful cafes and warm people, Siem Reap is a jewel of South-East Asia. It is also the gateway to Angkor, a UNESCO protected site of ancient ruins from the Khmer Empire. If you’re planning a getaway to this incredible city, Angelica Almas of eco club member Terrai has put together a 72 hour city guide for you to make the most out of your stay: Bayon Temple Siem Reap, Cambodia travel guide Day ... Read More
How to Live More Sustainably in 2023 (For The Absolute Beginner)
Every year, we try to come up with fresh, easy ways to inspire people to live more sustainably. I mean, name a more important New Years resolution. And every year the stakes get higher. So much of the damage we've done is irreversible, and that only makes it more important to incorporate environmentally friendly habits into your routine. But, as overwhelming and anxiety-inducing as that can be, your habits can remain simple and true to you. If you're looking for a place to start—and perhaps one ... Read More
Where to Buy Sustainable Puffer Jackets (Updated for 2024)
I'm not sure about where you are, but we've had more extreme weather than normal this winter here in the PNW (hi, ice storm!). And so marks the longest coat-wearing streak of my life (and still going). Given my need to stay warm and to stay dry, I'm narrowing my search to the puffer. They're pretty much all an investment, but we're no stranger to expensive outdoor apparel in Seattle. If I am to spend the $$$, though, I want it to be high quality and sustainably made. I'll probably never decide ... Read More
From Yarn Lampshades to Indian Block Print, What’s Inspiring Us on January 13, 2023
Every time I scroll through our Insta, I get inspired by the makers we discover everyday. Often it's something I see a lot of in the creative corners of IG like ceramic mugs or macrame and weaving, that catches my eye because it can be done in endless innovative ways, all original and spectacular in their own right. I mean, I used to obsess over crochet scarves, and now it's yarn lampshades using this key material that I can't get enough of (seriously, ask Pinterest). We see artists from around ... Read More
