ECO FRIENDLY NEWS
Jul 17, 2009 Swine Flu medical experts claim the virus could take up to 65,000 lives this year as cases rise. Prevention is the best way forward to avoid a pandemic; we find a cult product that is both natural and effective.
May 31, 2009 Makepiece makes beautiful clothes with ethics. Even better the brand has a fabulous story to tell. You have the chance to be dazzled and entertained at a series of must visit eco-fabulous evenings in the coming months in the company of Beate Kubitz, co-founder of this Made in England label.
May 19, 2009 May is definitely the time for ethical recessionistas as 3 must-do fashion events have popped up to help you dress up in style.
Apr 20, 2009 The Big Lemon bus that runs on recycled cooking oil and shuttles around Brighton came up to London this weekend to receive The Dandelion Award for its outstanding contribution to sustainability. On route though the bus got slapped with a £200 London Congestion Charge because Mayor "Bonkers" Boris doesn't recognise used cooking oil as a low emissions fuel. What a lemon!
Mar 16, 2009
Updated on Mar 16, 2009 by
The Gin Lady
The Age Of Stupid, made by 'amateurs', has reduced world leaders to tears, and could convert millions of us into climate activists. We'd be stupid to miss it...
Mar 16, 2009 Coca-Cola, the global drinks giant, has recently released its carbon footprint, as certified by The Carbon Trust. While it's a step in the right direction, The GIN Lady asks, is Coca-Cola going far enough?
Feb 5, 2009 Kate Tailyour is one designer I definitely have my eye on. I'm expecting great things over the next year from Kate's Made in the UK label. In the meantime, this is your chance to get your hands on some of Kate Tailyour's uber stylish clothes at a cracking price. Ready, steady, go!
Jan 19, 2009 Flame, together with the support of Aveda, are on the hunt for Britain's Next Top Ethical Model - that means a real women, not an anorexic waif of a girl. If you think you've got what it takes, flaunt your stuff at the Aveda Institute Spa in Covent Garden on January 25th, where Flame, the modelling and talent agency, is holding a Make up, Styling and Professional Photo Shoot.
Jan 15, 2009 You've been clicking like mad, chasing the online sales bargains, but what you really want to do is get your hands dirty. You can rummage to your heart's content at Anita's up and coming Vintage Fashion Fair to seek out your vintage gem of a bargain.
Jan 5, 2009 KAYU give the gift of eyesight, and you can help them. Invest in a pair of these oh so stylish bamboo sunglasses and in return a poor community will receive an eyesight restoring surgery. Consumerism can make a big difference afterall.
Jan 5, 2009 Don't you just love him? Drop-dead gorgeous Brad Pitt is turning his celebrity power towards philanthropy, a similar tendency as his other half does, Angelina Jolie. Brad has teamed up with Kiehl’s to launch an eco-conscious beauty brand product.
Jan 5, 2009 Naia Rico, the creative brains behind Parisian eco fashion label Article 23 has scooped Best Eco-Creative Men's Fashion Designer, a poll run on The GIN Lady by Chic Eco.
Dec 28, 2008 Investing in sales is the smart way to make the eco switch for less money. This year, no doubt fuelled by credit crunch fears, some of our favourite online eco friendly stores have some great bargains on offer. Check out these fab eco friendly destinations for the best sustainable bargains!
Dec 18, 2008 Enjoy a quintessentially English afternoon tea with Van Dyck or relax in the Rex Whistler Restaurant at Tate Britain and indulge in a seasonal festive meal. Tate Britain's sustainable menu, late openings and early bird offers is something to put in your diary this Xmas and New Year.
Dec 10, 2008 Now in its 5th year, The Eco Design Xmas Fair is the place to be this weekend to browse over 80 contemporary crafty designers at The Boiler House, 152 Brick Lane E1. I highly recommend a visit.
Dec 10, 2008 Our Eco Shop is the perfect one stop location for your eco friendly Christmas Shopping. Based in West London, this pop up shop has a colourful and unique array of gorgeous goodies to surprise and delight your family and friends. It's also the ideal place to spoil yourself too!
Dec 3, 2008 The East London Design Show kicks off tomorrow at Shoreditch Town Hall to showcase the cutting edge talents of up and coming designers at one of London's best design events of the year.
Nov 24, 2008 Have you ever harboured a secret desire to be a fashion accessories designer? Well, now this dream could become a reality for the winner of IGNES handbags exclusive design competition.
Share Article | Email Article | Permalink | Post a Comment tagged ethical handbags in Ethical Fashion Nov 23, 2008 National Tree Week is here again and runs from 26 Nov to 7 Dec. This year The GIN Lady is going to stop procrastinating and plant a tree. Fancy joining up with thousands of people to heal our natural heritage? Here's how to get involved.
Nov 23, 2008 Two of The GIN Lady's favourite clothing brands, People Tree and Howies have come together with other ethical brands, to bring you it's Christmas sample sale for four days only!