Is one of my favorite retailers sustainable? Hmmm, short answer – no but the good news is they are working on it. Nordstrom, a luxury department store which currently has 150 locations in 40 states, has not always been known for sustainability, but their most recent long-term goals have changed that. As of 2020, these …
In a world where online shopping has become as commonplace as breathing, customers expect their orders to arrive with everything they requested—and nothing more. However, Anna Marie’s experience with Shein and FedEx defies these expectations, unfolding a narrative that sounds more like the plot of a mystery thriller than a typical online shopping experience. A …
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Meejee is a facial cleansing massager that purifies and revitalizes skin to a degree that is impossible to achieve with hands alone. While hands, washcloths, and spinning brushes only clean the surface of skin, meejee is able to clean and treat skin where it counts – below the surface, inside of pores. In the past …
I just watched the documentary Audrey on Netflix about the renowned actress, fashion icon and philanthropist, Audrey Hepburn. Wow did I learn a lot about her. I’ve always admired her style and Breakfast at Tiffany’s is one of my favorite old movies. Of course, in her later years, she devoted her entire life to UNICEF, …
Some numbers you might consider before shopping at Nike. How much money did Nike make last year? Estimates range from $22- 51 billion. How much did they pay in federal taxes? Approximately 9.1% in 2022. How much do they pay their workers? Retail workers make about $18/hour. How much do they allegedly owe garment workers …
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Funky pants are the holy grail of all 2021 trends. When I say funky, I mean one-of-a-kind, original, CRAZY. Pants that you literally could wear nothing else and the outfit would be complete just because of the pants, although I probably don’t recommend doing that. I’m talking about statement pants. I’m talking argyle, clover, basketweave, …
How TOMS Started TOMS is a shoe brand, started in 2006 by founder Blake Mycoskie, and might be best known for their Buy-One-Give-One (BOGO) model, giving away a free pair of shoes for every pair sold. TOMS certainly didn’t invent BOGO, but they definitely became the most well-known company using that charitable model. But there was a …
The famous “Sex and the City” star, Sarah Jessica Parker is not only thrifting in real life, but her character, Carrie Bradshaw, is wearing second hand clothes in the SITC reboot, “Just Like That…”.
Let’s set the scene: You’re graduating. You’ve worked hard, aced (or survived) exams, and now you’re ready to strut across that stage, cap perched jauntily on your head, gown billowing behind you like a superhero’s cape. But after the ceremony? That cap and gown are heading straight to the back of your closet—or worse, the …
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Furnish Green in Chelsea As I made my way through the East Village, ticking off stores on my must-visit thrift and vintage list in New York City, I stumbled upon something unexpected on E. 24th Street. It wasn’t on my list. I had never heard of it and I wasn’t planning on shopping there but …
OH MY! I have found something to help with my migraines. It’s called “OH MI-GRAINE”. CBD and hemp have been making its way into the beauty and health community in the past few years. VICI Wellness uses this trend to their advantage with their CBD patches, serums, and other products. It is a way to …
Okay, let’s just get this out of the way: One of my goals in life is to destroy Shein’s business model. Not out of spite but because it’s built on a foundation of environmental wreckage, worker exploitation, and clothes that barely survive a spin cycle. Oh — and did I mention the toxic chemicals? According …
The Only Good Thing About Tariffs? They Might Finally Make Shein More Expensive Read More »
YES, Zappos is one of the companies that comes closest to being able to be classified as a “sustainable company”. They committed to social responsibility and supporting its local community. Their socially responsible philosophy is what makes the company truly unique. The company believes that sustainability is crucial to their business and the planet. The …
What’s PACT’s Sustainability Plan?
Well, according to the sustainability experts over at Good On You and The Sustainable Review, Pact is doing pretty well. On the sustainability report card, they score a 3 out of 5 for the planet, a 4 out of 5 for people, and another 3 out of 5 for animals.
I had the absolute pleasure of watching the debut of “Let Them Be Naked“ in Los Angeles, and trust me when I say, this documentary is a total game-changer. Jeff Garner, the eco-fashion guru behind the Prophetik brand, just took sustainable fashion to a whole new level. You know how we always talk about what we eat, …
If you go to Reformation’s website, the company brags; Being naked is the #1 most sustainable option. We’re #2. Brilliant marketing and actually it isn’t greenwashing. I’m not saying they are #2, but they are the real deal, a brand that is definitely more sustainable. So short answer – yes! Reformation is a more sustainable …