Fragrance” or “parfum” is a vague term commonly seen on product labels. It refers to scented ingredients added to many home and personal care products. Most fragrances are made of a mixture of dozens or even hundreds of primarily synthetic chemicals derived from petroleum.

Did you know humans consume about a credit card or plastic bottle cap’s worth of micro plastics every week?! So how can we reduce the amount of microplastics we ingest? Here’s 10 things you can do…

Looking for a sustainable gift ideas for clients or employee appreciation? Or maybe you’d like eco friendly gifts for wedding guests or other large groups? Check out these small businesses that offer corporate, personalized and customizable, or bulk gifting options that are better for … more

Sustainable investing has gained traction in the last ten years. — It’s also known as socially responsible investing (SRI); environmental, social and corporate governance investing (ESG); values-based investing or ethical investing. — This kind of investing was once considered unprofitable, with funds having high management fees and lower returns, but there is a much larger selection on the market today and ESG funds are making their way into the mainstream. 

Just like with my own capsule wardrobes, the more you do them the better you get! I’m very happy with how this spring/summer capsule wardrobe for my 2 1/2 year-old daughter worked out. There are enough clothes for all her needs, for us to … more

Choosing a look that everyone agrees on can be hard enough. Throw sustainability into the mix and you’ve got a real tough one on your hands. But with the wide variety of styles out there today, with plus size and made-to-measure bridesmaid dresses available from many brands, we’re confident your bridal party will end up with a look that perfectly fits your theme, budget, and values.

Who wants to sleep under a pile of plastic? Luckily more brands have been addressing this issue and offering sustainable and plastic-free weighted blanket options. So we’ve collect our top picks of natural and organic weighted blanket brands.

Tips for making an eco-friendly children’s wardrobe more affordable There’s no denying sustainable and ethically made clothing is more expensive. We all get sticker shock if you’re used to fast fashion prices and start to look at more conscious brands. However, don’t automatically assume … more

For most brides, finding THE dress is the most challenging (and personal) part of wedding planning. For the sustainably minded bride, it’s even tougher! Sure, they might be pretty, but typical wedding gowns are made with synthetic fabrics and petroleum-based trims that require a … more

Your romantic gesture has a bigger environmental impact than you think.  Flowers, especially red roses, double in price this time of year. Ecuador exports up to 15 000 tonnes of flowers to the U.S. by plane in the three weeks leading up to Valentine’s … more