Get in gear with brilliant bikes for Christmas

December 10, 2009 by Jen Marsden · Leave a Comment

Of all the things that might be waiting under the tree on Christmas morning, nothing beats a bright, shiny new bike tied up with a ribbon. A beautiful bicycle is the perfect gift for anyone thinking about minimising their carbon footprint, getting fit or just getting out and about. Louise Black chooses the best buys for even the choosiest of Christmas customers.

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Top 10 festive party nibbles

November 28, 2009 by Jen Marsden · Leave a Comment

Ah, the holiday season. Time for shopping, time for relaxing and of course time for partying and meeting our favourite people with a glass of wine. And when everyone’s feeling peckish, time for some delicious party nibbles! And for us, naturally, they are sprinkled with the magic of organic, fairtrade and locally sourced. Eleni Sardi selects her favourite combinations.

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Splendidly skilled & stuffed: festive organic cookery courses

November 20, 2009 by Jen Marsden · Leave a Comment

Perfect for you or for an unforgettable Christmas treat for your loved ones, organic farms and different venues around the country feature special cookery courses for the mystified beginners and the dedicated foodies. Eleni Sardi writes.

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15 Christmas Beauty Gift Packs

November 16, 2009 by Jen Marsden · Leave a Comment

Gift packs are a great idea for a present that comes in a box (or a festive bag) and is ready to be put under the Christmas tree! Make it an organic or natural pampering treat and you’ve got one happy receiver. Eleni Sardi selects the best of the bunch.

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Top 10 eco Christmas gift ideas for kids

November 14, 2009 by Jen Marsden · Leave a Comment

bear300_fnl Treat your little ones with the best eco gifts this holiday season. From classic rag dollies to jigsaw puzzles and from baby comforters to cosy pyjamas, Greenmystyle has it covered. These are our top picks! Eleni Sardi writes.

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Christmas Knits

November 9, 2009 by Maria Kaski · Leave a Comment

This winter we welcome the return of the chunky knit and all the glorious warmth it provides. Here is our Top 10 pick of the hottest knits around to keep you snug at Christmas. Maria Kaski writes.

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Trendspotter – Eighties’ style Christmas party dresses

November 5, 2009 by Jen Marsden · Leave a Comment

There’s definitely one self-indulgent highlight in the season – finding the perfect Christmas party dress of course! London’s pioneering ethical fashion boutique, Equa, is on to one of 2009′s hottest trends. Aimee Jones writes.

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SHOP: Equa Xmas Gift Treats

November 5, 2009 by Jen Marsden · Leave a Comment

SHOP HERE for our Editor’s Picks from London’s pioneer ethical boutique, Equa, with its synergy of beautiful, stylish, desirable and ethical Christmas gifts.

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Vivienne Westwood and Chanel at Gladrags & Handbags event

November 4, 2009 by Maria Kaski · Leave a Comment

A host of designers from Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen to Chanel and Stella McCartney have donated coveted items from their collections for the ‘Gladrags & Handbags’ sale organised this month in aid of the Kids Company charity. Eleni Sardi writes.

Following the success of last year’s ‘Rumble in the Jumble’ sale, hosted by Gwyneth Paltrow, this year’s event is set to be even bigger with some of the fashion world’s biggest names offering to donate pieces. Shoppers will be able to sift through items from Christian Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Armani, Hugo Boss, Donna Karan, Chloe, Tom Ford and Luella, to name but a few.

‘Gladrags & Handbags is set to be a three day fashion sale featuring womenswear, menswear and accessories from leading designers at affordable prices.

Proceeds will go into funding a magical Christmas Day party for over 2,000 children in need.

Kids Company provides practical, emotional and educational support to vulnerable inner-city children and young people. The charity’s founder and director, Camila Batmanghelidjh, says: ‘We are overwhelmed by the generosity of the fashion community and hope that shoppers will flock in droves to bag a bargain at the sale. By buying once you give twice and each purchase will help restore joy and dignity to a child.’

As Camila adds, the Christmas Day party funded by the proceeds includes, ‘transport to and from the event, lunch, games and entertainment, as well as presents for every child. We also produce food hampers to ensure no-one goes hungry over the Christmas period and employ duty workers to be on 24 hour call so that no child feels completely alone.’

The event will be hosted in the Music Rooms in Central London and the admission is £2.00 on the door.

Opening times:

Friday 13 November 9am-7pm

Saturday 14 November 10am-5pm

Sunday 15 November 11am-4pm

More info at www.kidsco.org.uk

A host of designers from Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen to Chanel and Stella McCartney have donated coveted items from their collections for the ‘Gladrags & Handbags’ sale organised this month in aid of the Kids Company charity. Eleni Sardi writes.

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Get Crafty for Christmas

October 28, 2009 by Jen Marsden · Leave a Comment

This holiday season is the time to share creativity with your loved ones by gifting unique presents, such as crafty favourite ‘make your own’ kits! Eleni Sardi writes.
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