Party Insider: Think Act Vote t-shirt launch at Ascension

March 26, 2010 by George Walker · Leave a Comment 

SDC10511The Think Act Vote campaign made its official and oh-so-stylish launch at ethical fashion boutique Ascension on Wednesday with the grand reveal of their t-shirt competition winner. The shop was packed, the drinks were flowing and everyone was excited to see this democracy-championing campaign get off to a great start. We at Greenmystyle were there to get the first look at the  t-shirt design and a few words from organiser Amisha Ghadiali and those involved. George Walker writes.

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Exclusive interview: Frugi’s organic mother & baby fashion

March 24, 2010 by Jen Marsden · Leave a Comment 

frugi300Cute, fun and functional, Frugi make chemical-free, organic clothing for babies, children and mums. Greenmystyle.com spoke to Frugi’s Emma Vyvyan about how the label has evolved over the past six years and what sweet delights are in store for summer. Lisa Cugnetto writes.
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One day without shoes

March 22, 2010 by George Walker · 2 Comments 

One Day Without Shoes.Ever had to run shoeless out the door to catch the recycling van? Ever scorched your feet on a hot beach as you wandered to the sea? It’s only at times like these when we notice how we take shoes for granted, but on April 8 TOMS Shoes are hoping to raise awareness of how many people never have access to shoes, even in the most dangerous environments. George Walker reveals how One Day Without Shoes promises to be a fun and rewarding day for those daring to go footwear-free!

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A golden opportunity: New Fairtrade standards for gold jewellery

March 18, 2010 by George Walker · 3 Comments 

wedding rings[1]The launch of a new Fairtrade and Fairmined certification in the always profitable but often unfair industry of gold production will mean gold miners can improve their lives through better pay, fairer working conditions and extraction processes that won’t harm the local environments. But how far do the new standards go and can they really change the industry as a whole? George Walker looks at what the new scheme means for ethical jewellery lovers, gold miners and the future of gold production.

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Accessories boutique Sequel London launches online

March 17, 2010 by Jennifer Butler · Leave a Comment 

sequel300Spring is coming and it’s high time to replace your old winter handbag with a shiny new one. An online boutique for new ethical accessories brand called Sequel London launches this month. Jenny Butler writes. Read more

People Tree launches global online magazine

March 16, 2010 by Jen Marsden · Leave a Comment 

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Greenmystyle.com gets the inside view of fair trade fashion pioneers People Tree with its new juicy magazine.

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London Fashion Week AW 2010 trends

March 11, 2010 by Eleni Sardi · Leave a Comment 

lfw 300With Paris Fashion Week making headlines, we’re still buzzing with the trends seen at London Fashion Week trying to figure out the looks that we’ll be wearing come September when the nude craze will be old news and we’ll be itching for something new to keep us warm and stylish during the British winter. Eleni Sardi writes.

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Heart on your sleeve: Oria Jewellery

March 9, 2010 by Eleni Sardi · Leave a Comment 

oria 300Jewellery makers with a heart, Tania and Syvonne of Oria were the friendliest duo in estethica and their ethical collections in silver and gold are a must-see for everyone. Eleni Sardi writes.

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Football crazy, eco mad? Nike’s World Cup 2010 kits

March 9, 2010 by George Walker · 1 Comment 

nikekit300If you’re football crazy and eco mad, Nike’s World Cup 2010 kits are set to please this summer. According to Nike, their new kit will bring the “most environmentally friendly and technologically advanced kit in football’s history”. But can the kit really please eco-lovers and footy fans alike? George Walker spoke to Nike about the recycled plastic kits which both you and the likes of Ronaldo, Robinho and Ji-Sung Park can wear this coming World Cup season. Read more

Divine city youth support Fairtrade

March 9, 2010 by Eleni Sardi · Leave a Comment 

Comfort Kumeah on her farm in Mem - Credits to Olivier Asselin

Image: Olivier Asselin

Join young people from the city of London celebrated the last day of this year’s Fairtrade Fortnight at a heart-warming event taking place at the Barbican with the support of Divine chocolate. Eleni Sardi writes.

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