The Purist
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Chic & Sustainable Vegan Winter Wear for Ethical Fashionistas
Ethically-Made is the New Black. As always, my focus is on ethical luxury. So everything on this ethical luxury guide is vegan and uses some form of conscious-manufacturing or design. All of the following items are either created locally, made from organic materials, created from repurposed materials and/or are manufactured in an ethical way. Don’t…
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Where to Find Fair Trade Home Decor & Furniture in Canada & the USA
There are Many Places to Shop for Fair Trade Home Decor & Furniture Thankfully, there is an ever-growing demand for fair trade home decor and furniture shops within Canada and the USA. Shoppers (just like you!) want to furnish, decorate, and cozy-up their homes with luxury pieces that are fair trade, ethical, handmade, or sustainably…
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Rothy’s Sustainable Shoe Review + Discount Code & NEW Stella McCartney Bag!
From Waterbottles, to Chic, Flexible Flats. When I originally purchased my Rothy’s, I searched all over for a discount code. As you may already know, the recycled-material shoe company doesn’t ‘do‘ sales. However, they do occasionally offer discount promos, such as for teachers. Additionally, each Rothy’s purchase comes with a discount coupon that can be…
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100% Pure Sale Codes & Coupons for Fall!
My Favourites From the 100% Pure Fall Sale + Discount Codes It’s no secret I’m a 100% Pure makeup junkie. In fact, the healthy-beauty brand comprises the majority of my clean, vegan makeup collection. To celebrate the Fall season, I wanted to share some exclusive codes and promos with you all. This post contains links…
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Niagara On The Lake: Visiting Ontario’s Wine-Country to Support Local Farmers
Supporting Local Businesses (and Farmers) has always been important to us. But during this world-wide pandemic, it was critical now more than ever before. Niagara On The Lake is the ideal Ontario getaway that blends old-world charm and the coziness of cottage-country with modern-day luxuries. If you’re looking to shop local, think outside of Toronto!…
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My First Alexandra K. Luxury Vegan Handbag
Why I love Alexandra K’s Ethical Bags. Handmade in Poland and featuring an elegant “cruelty-free” badge, Alexandra K.’s gorgeous luxury vegan handbag designs have been on my wishlist for years. Her eye-catching bags with noticeable attention to detail are coveted by fashion-forward vegans across the globe. But the brand doesn’t stop there: they are also…
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Lion’s Mane: the Anti-Anxiety Adaptogen. Here’s How I Take It…
Lion’s Mane Mushroom + Reishi Mushroom = A Calmer, Focused Mind. Opening Up About My Mental Health Journey First off, I want to say thank you to those who’ve reached out about their own mental health journies. When I initially started sharing my struggles with severe anxiety and chronic depression, I really didn’t know what…
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6 Steps to Reduce Cellulite; Your Ultimate Guide
They Key is Understanding Your Lymphatic System. Cellulite. All women have it. Let me say that again: ALL. WOMEN. HAVE. IT. It’s not a matter of weight, body fat percentages, or even fitness level, per se. I’m certainly stepping outside my comfort zone with this post! But I think it’s important to share information, despite…
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Elegant, Casual Summer Packing List: Sustainable + Ethical Capsule Wardrobe
A Packing List for Elegant, Casual Styles that Will Keep You Cool from a Staycation to the Cottage. As things slowly begin to reopen and we are allowed to venture outside of our homes, many of us (myself included!) are itching to travel… anywhere! This practical summer/warm-weather packing list is my go-to. And, if you’re…
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Ilia The Necessary Cool Nude Eyeshadow Palette Review + Swatches
Honest Review of the Cool Nude Eyeshadow Palette by Ilia I’ve spoken about Ilia quite a bit lately! While the natural-focused, cruelty-free makeup brand has always had a dedicated place on my vanity, I’ve recently started splurging on more products from Ilia. Just a few months ago, I did an in-depth review of their True…
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Luxurious, Ethically-made Vegan Boots by Taylor + Thomas
Your Hunt for Designer-Quality, Ethically-Made Vegan Boots is Over. When it comes to cruelty-free accessories, the number one question people have for me is: Where can I buy vegan shoes? Or, more specifically: where the heck can I find designer-quality ethically-made vegan boots. (In this article, when I refer to “ethically-made,” I mean that the…
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Earth Friendly Gift Ideas to Spoil Your Mum with this Mother’s Days
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas that are Equally Thoughtful, Beautiful, and Eco-Concious. Find the perfect thing to spoil her this Mothery’s Day. From the Jetsetter to the Spa-at-Home type, I’ve sourced mom-approved products from sustainable-focused brands that she’s sure to covet. This post contains links to shops that I regularly support and am affiliated with. Read…