The term 'fast fashion' refers to catwalk trends being quickly emulated and produced super cheaply. The fast fashion industry is one of the biggest in the world and responsible for 10% of humanity's carbon emissions, which is more than international flights and maritime emissions combined.  As Australians: We are the second largest consumers of textiles in the world We consume twice the global average annually We send 85% of the textiles we buy to landfill every year Much of modern textiles, like nylon, polyester, acrylic, and spandex are synthetic materials that are derived from petroleum and do not decay over time and do not break...

We have begun the start of a new decade and as always it’s a time for reflection, and a look forward. 2019, maybe unlike any year to date in our memory, saw events that have shaped much of the discussion around the environment and our impact. Personal habits we have formed over years, and haven’t really thought about, are having a huge impact on the environment.  Climate change is real, but not unsolvable. There are many small steps we can all take that, collectively, make a big difference. It is time to re-shape the habits of a lifetime.    ...

As the end of the decade approaches, we have reflected on the good eco-news stories that have stood out to us. It's easy to feel disheartened, worried or even anxious about the environmental state of the world (eco-anxiety, its a thing!). While it is true that we are facing immense challenges, there are some incredible initiatives in place, resulting in positive steps forward toward a more sustainable future. These should be celebrated!    Parts of the Hole in the Ozone Layer are set to close  For many of us this once was the pinnacle of the effects of climate change. The...

Why it’s important to support Vegan and Cruelty-Free practices and products  Unsurprisingly when we consider our skincare regime our main priority is ‘will the product work? 'Will it fix my pesky pimples?’ ‘Will it make my dark circles less obvious?’ 'Will it help prevent wrinkles?' Admittedly, what ingredients are used and how ethical those products are, can be a secondary thought. Do you ever reflect on the production processes or whether a product is vegan? As environmental and ethical issues are raised in conversations, the terms “vegan skincare” and “cruelty-free” often appear. But what do these terms actually mean -...