One of Kindness by Design's favourite ecochic labels, Emi - An Ethical Company, has launched their AW'11 Collection! Founded by innovative designer Xander Kostroma, Emi is a brand with heart. Check out the fab new clothes: Lorraine High Waist Shorts - These handmade shorts put the sweet back into casual-chic Amanda Dress Set - An interesting … Continue reading New AW’11 Collection from Emi – An Ethical Company

I recently had the honour of interviewing Michelle Hamman, co-founder of ethical clothing brand Mother Tongues.  Check out our interview featured in UK's eco-tastic Daisy Green Magazine! I love Mother Tongue's unique 100% certified organic cotton scarves! Made by a family-owned and operated enterprise in Costa Rica with the inspiring words printed with water-based ink in … Continue reading Exclusive Interview: Michelle Hamman from Mother Tongues

Yes I'm proud to be a Crazy Cat Lady! Check out my purrrr-fect pussycat picks! =^..^= Meow Print Tank from Top Shop - Cute funky cotton tee Silhouette Cat Tea Severware by Linea - Eeepa this so chic and fun!  Nosy Cat Necklace by The Little Orchard - Handmade fabric necklace with oodles of kitty … Continue reading The Cat’s Meow!

I recently had the honour of interviewing one of the rising stars of the international jewellery scene, designer extraordinare Linnie Mclarty. This award-winning designer stands out from the crowd, not only because of her unique and beautiful aesthetic but also due to her commitment to ethical processes. Linnie utilises 100% recycled silver and gold that is officially … Continue reading Ethical Designer Spotlight: Linnie Mclarty’s Heart of Gold

Today I'm inspired by the crisp blue Sydney skies in winter and the languid hues of the South Pacific seas. Sometimes being blue is a great feeling!Jodie Dress by Nancy Dee - Organic cotton paired with a fun flamingo print. Quirky dress made under ethical conditions in India using environmentally friendly processesLuna Dress by Julia … Continue reading Sometimes It’s Good to Feel Blue

Once upon a time, the name Emma Watson conjured images of Hogwarts School of Magic, Hermione Granger and magical adventures. Today her name is synonymous with ethical fashion and eco-chic style. In 2010 Emma partnered with Fair Trade clothing label People Tree to create a line of young, hip, ethical attire. Think youthful, clean, classic and playful. Some … Continue reading People Tree + Emma Watson = A Stylish Partnership

Love shopping online but having trouble finding somewhere that's ethical, funky and has a diverse range? Look no further! Check out the awesomeness that is Style with Heart!I adore browsing through the amazing eco-riffic selection that Style with Heart has brought together. According to the team, all of the featured companies"...have been carefully chosen based … Continue reading Style with Heart

The evening of Thursday 30th July marked the 3rd in a series of fashion shows organised by the Breaking Heels team of Gwen Fong and Rachel Fairfax. This show focused on hair, makeup and nail design. Breaking Heels 2 was very much geared towards ready-to-wear styles, however this time designers were given free reign to express themselves as … Continue reading Breaking Heels 3: Hair Show Review

New & exciting #eco #fashion posts will be landing at Kindness by Design when I return from my travels in just under 2 weeks time!

I don't know about you, but awesome bags are a weakness of mine. I can't seem to stop at just one when there's so many cute patterns, different shapes and sizes and interesting design features! Check out these ethical beauties:Echino Grassy Plain pleated clutch by Yellow Tree Farm - The fabric is by Japanese designer, Etsuko … Continue reading Kindness is in the bag!