Rebecca Gray, founder of Fresh Cargo, is pulling no punches when it comes to affordable fashion that gives back to communities. Dissatisfied with the state of the mainstream fashion industry and determined not to remain a passive observer, Rebecca decided to blaze her own path by starting Fresh Cargo when she was only 24 years … Continue reading Fresh Cargo is Fair, Funky and Fashionable
Love Green – Live Green – Wear Green
Green occupies more space in the spectrum visible to the human eye than most colours and it's the colour of the Heart Chakra, known as Anahata. Being Green is also how we describe living in an environmentally conscious way. A way of life that respects all species on Earth. I wanted to celebrate both the … Continue reading Love Green – Live Green – Wear Green
Ethical Designer Spotlight: Round London
Round London, founded in 2009 by designer Cecilia Chan, is on a mission to recycle - redesign - revive - relove. Kindness by Design wanted to peak behind the curtain and find out more about this interesting eco-label.Q. You started down the path of ethical fashion design after witnessing the huge amount of waste that … Continue reading Ethical Designer Spotlight: Round London
Heart of Glass
Glass is such an amazing material - it can provide a sense of opaque mystery or be a transparent window to the world. I wanted to explore this ethereal substance and find out how ethical designers were incorporating it into their work. Triple Lariat Necklace by Smart Glass Jewellery - Designer Kathleen Plate has crafted this … Continue reading Heart of Glass
LerènieS – Paper is a Precious Gift
Maria Francesca Batzella is an incredibly unique artist with a poet's soul based in Italy. A graduate of the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence, she is fascinated by the possibilities of paper while remaining mindful of the importance of recycling materials. Heavily influenced and inspired by the mysterious past of the island of Sardinia, … Continue reading LerènieS – Paper is a Precious Gift
#2 Eco-budget versus Eco-luxe: Make-Up
Here I go again! Last time it was summer dresses, this time I wanted to see what cruelty-free make-up products I would purchase if I was starting my collection from scratch while keeping within my 3 budget categories :Category 1: Eco-budget (Under $100)Vegan Cosmetic 6 Piece Brush Kit from Beaute Crue - This cruelty-free set … Continue reading #2 Eco-budget versus Eco-luxe: Make-Up
Ethical Boutique Spotlight: Village Vintage
I'm so excited to bring you Kindness by Design's first ever guest post. Here's a fantastic feature by a great friend and vintage aficionado - Olivia Simmons - Enjoy! Village Vintage is a retro wonder-store promoting ethical consumerism. This place ticks all the boxes. It’s a small local business with a retro focus and an … Continue reading Ethical Boutique Spotlight: Village Vintage
Oh I Do Love to Be Beside the Seaside!
To celebrate Kindness by Design moving home to Australia and my new place by the sea - I've put together this collection of cruelty-free and ecochic nautical niceness. Can you smell that salty air?Crochet Sailboat Brooch by Lowie - I think this brooch made from organic cotton is simply darling!The Wave Charcoal Crew Tee by … Continue reading Oh I Do Love to Be Beside the Seaside!
Four Last Minute Ethical Gifts for Mother’s Day
Add some extra sparkle to your already extravagantly planned Mother's Day bonanza or perhaps you've been run off your feet and need something quick yet meaningful to give to Mum tomorrow? Look no further! Here are 4 beautiful gifts to put a smile on any Mum's dial: WSPA Really Wild Gifts are a unique way … Continue reading Four Last Minute Ethical Gifts for Mother’s Day
Fashion Candy
I must confess to harbouring a ravenous sweet-tooth. Here's what happens when I combine these sugary cravings with my passion for ethical fashion. I hope you enjoy this ecochic fashion candy!Are You Sherbert? Vegan Flats from ModCloth - Mouthwatering lollipop lush cruelty-free shoes!Candy Oyster Bangle and Necklace by RubyOlive - These individually hand moulded resin … Continue reading Fashion Candy
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