Meet the most powerful man in ethical fashion – M&S’s Krishan Hundal

Greenmystyle.com reporter Amy Sims gets quality time with Krishan Hundal, head of general merchandise technology at Marks & Spencer, or in other words the chap who’s making the UK’s largest fashion retailer, M&S, green its style. Responsible for driving through the Plan A programme, Krishan had plenty of insider info to share with us. On the agenda; greenwash, innovation, affordability of ethical garments, design, availability and the retailer’s biggest carbon villain (you’ll be surprised). It’s an unmissable read. Read more

Top 10 Fair Trade Fashion staples

Today’s Top 10 list is somewhat of an ode to the simple wardrobe staples that will give you the comfort factor for seasons to come.  Picked for their versatile simplicity, these Fairtrade basics are the perfect canvas for you to creatively display your latest fashionable accessories, over and over again. Greenmystyle.com’s Fairtrade Fortnight content is sponsored by ethical fairtrade fashion boutique Equa. Read more

Affordable natural beauty from the heart of the high street

Thumbs up to Marks and Spencer who not only boast cruelty-free products across their beauty shelves now (certified with the rabbit-hopping BUAV logo) but check out the Natural Beauty range, which has a lovely Spring freshness without chemical extras.

The seven-product range launched in January, smells and feels just as it looks – delicate and uplifting. It’s full of sweet almond oils, cocoa and Shea butters, subtle hints of mint, and aloe vera. The skin-softening Bath & Body Oil is my favourite; in a sturdy glass bottle it has a smooth and velvety texture. It sinks into skin immediately thanks to almond and Tahitian monoi oil.

No PEGs, SLS or synthetic fragrances or colours and best of all, every product is under £7! You know where I’ll be perusing this weekend…

Natural Beauty from M&S or call 0845 302 1234

Topshop to Primark: The ultimate High Street Eco Style Guide

Love Topshop? Hooked on Hennes? Partial to Primark? You’re not the only one. The good news is your favourite high street fashion, beauty and homeware shops are pulling their finger out to be more ethical. Nathalie Gottschalk has created this exclusive greenmystyle.com guide to exactly which store offers what. Read more

Can we find eco style on Oxford St?

There’s plenty of stylish ethical fashion available online, but how easy is it to find eco style in London’s West End? On a Saturday afternoon? Greenmystyle.com editor Sarah Woodhead finds out… Read more

Marks and Spencer makes the small things count too

For organic and Fairtrade cotton products (a very good idea), Marks & Spencer has been leading the way on the high street.

And it’s not just the usual T-Shirts, camisoles and knickers that M&S offer, though these ranges are well worth checking out. In store now is a range of beauty products including these Fairtrade certified cotton buds.They’re worth a mention by way of reminding us that the small things can count too.

Priced at £1.50 for 200 buds, it’s also an example of a kinder product that breaks neither the planet or the bank!

Fairtrade certified cotton buds, £1.50, Marks & Spencer