Summer is upon us—the atmospheric river that wiped out power across Seattle early this week is just about dried up, anyway—and my feet are ready for something more warm weather friendly. I wear sneakers 99% of the time, as I walk just about everywhere I go, so I don't have many options (except my approximately eight year old flip-flops that are best suited for lounging beside me on the beach). Enter, Etsy! Etsy always has unique finds, whether it's beach kaftans or sun hats, but they make it ... Read More
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Sustainable Dresses for the Conscious Maximalist
Have I mentioned how happy I am that spring has finally hit Seattle? Any time the sun comes out, I'm out the door. One perk of working from home is that I can sit by the window and wait for any break in the rain so I can run outside and make the most of two or five or ten minutes when it's dry or sunny. I'll take what I can get! So you won't be surprised to know I've been virtual window-shopping for all of the pretty spring dresses, and as a conscious maximalist I want them to be bold colors, ... Read More
6 Beautiful Sustainable Alternatives to Zara
For those that love a sleek, sophisticated aesthetic, it’s natural to gravitate towards brands like Zara because it feels like an affordable luxury brand. However, like most fast fashion companies, Zara is riddled with accusations of questionable working conditions, low wages, and environmentally harmful supply-chain practices, earning them their “not good enough” rating from good on you. And while thrifting and upcycling is a viable option for some, not every person’s every wardrobe problem ... Read More
Gift Guide Season is Here. Our Favorite Conscious Fashion Finds To Gift Yourself or a Friend
I'm not sure what it is about the conscious fashion movement, but we are color lovers through and through. All of our favorite maximalist fashion brands are coming out with these bright, bold collections—the kind of stuff we'd normally only see in summer—lifting my mood on these dark Seattle days. Retro patterns, billow sleeves, pops of neons... there is no better way to make a statement this season. If your pals are diehard maximalists too, this conscious fashion gift guide featuring all the ... Read More
5 Fast Fashion Brands To Avoid — And Why To Make The Switch
I get the allure of fast fashion. With rent, groceries, gas, and living getting more and more expensive, it’s a great dopamine hit to score a whole new wardrobe for under $100. (Look cute, feel cute, right?) But it demonstrates an incredible amount of privilege that we can enjoy these prices while ignoring the nasty (a.k.a. sweatshop) elephant in the room. Most people don’t actively research why these brands are bad—what they’re doing and how that’s actually affecting consumers as a whole. ... Read More
Hi, Sustainable Barbie!
Has everyone here seen the Barbie movie yet? (I'd assume so, according to the box office records it has crushed so far.) This fabulous film has spurred a Barbie revival and now it's all pink and teal and candy colors only from here on out! And when 90s nostalgia and pastels are already your jam, having even more options out there that suit your style is a big opportunity. Of course, getting inspired to refresh your wardrobe doesn't come without consequence. Fast fashion is making a killing off ... Read More
