Since the launch of green stilettos, I have been exploring the various permutations of “sustainable” fashion: ethical, eco-, fairtrade, green, responsible and slow fashion are all terms being used interchangeably by the industry itself as well as countless magazines, forums and blogs that report on this growing trend. Is there a roadmap to navigate the rapidly expanding universe of sustainable fashion? What does “sustainable … Continue reading
This week took me to the shores of the Baltic Sea, a region which has recently made its mark on the fashion scene – from H&M, world’s second-biggest fashion retailer, to many more globally successful designer brands such as Acne Studios and By Malene Birger. Many Nordic countries look to sustainable fashion as the region’s unique selling point. After the new … Continue reading
Metamorphosis is a Greek term that stands for “transformation”. A biological process that is common in many insects, it is also perhaps one of the best ways to describe fashion. From day to night, season to season and through the years, we change our clothes and, in doing so, transform ourselves. This week’s article is all about the … Continue reading
From fire-retardant infant sleep-suits to designer T-shirts, the use of chemicals such as teflon and formaldehyde in clothes is ubiquitous, while heavy metals including chromium are widely used in leather tanning. However while the presence of hazardous chemicals in cosmetics and household cleaning products is relatively well-known, consumer awareness of toxic elements is rather low when … Continue reading
Every woman I know has found herself at some point in her life staring into her bursting-at-the-seams wardrobe with nothing to wear. But rather than hitting the shops and adding to the growing credit card balance and piles of clothes in your closet, how about shwopping instead? Shwopping (clothes swapping), also known as swishing, is a growing trend … Continue reading
Today is World Environment Day, and this year’s theme is islands! Besides being sought-after destinations thanks to their outstanding natural beauty, islands are home to diverse and creative cultures. To celebrate World Environment Day in style, here are some great examples of green-and-glam fashion from around the world – some that come from island nations and some that are inspired by islands. So stretch out … Continue reading
Leopard is the most popular print in the fashion industry. Worn by tribal chiefs and sex symbols alike, it stands for danger and glamour. But the biggest danger is faced by the leopard itself: it is the most persecuted animal around the world for its skin. Leopards’ survival in the wild was the focus of the Caucasus Cat Summit … Continue reading
From heirs to the throne to pop princesses, celebrities – especially royal ones – have a profound influence on fashion. From Grace Kelly’s ethereal gowns to Princess Diana’s fashion forward statements to the modern classics worn by Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, we take inspiration from queens of style past and present. Their fashion choices can launch … Continue reading
One of my favourite places in the world is Sydney, Australia’s largest city, where I spent just under 48 hours this week. From the Bondi Beach ‘boho’ vibe to the city-sleek Central Business District, Sydneysiders are a stylish lot, who manage to nail that chic yet laid-back look. This week Sydney played host to the Mercedes-Benz … Continue reading
Hola! Last week I was in one of the most vibrant and diverse countries in the world: Mexico. I flew there just a couple of days after speaking at the Forests for Fashion conference in Geneva, which got a lovely mention on VOGUE.it. While my visit was mainly for work, I sneaked in a couple of cultural experiences that this … Continue reading
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