Bags
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What I’m Loving as a New Mom
High Quality, Durable, and Double-Duty Things That Are Worth the Investment While I would like to think that I’ve been able to maintain my personal style throughout pregnancy and motherhood, I have found myself shopping a little differently than I used to. Of course, I’m still investing in high-quality, ethical clothing pieces. But features that…
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Why I’m Not Buying New Clothes in 2022
I’ll Be Shopping Secondhand and Vintage Only In an effort to both reduce how much I’m consuming and to demonstrate that secondhand fashion is just as desirable as freshly manufactured items, I am challenging myself to purchase only secondhand items this year! My husband had a good chuckle when I told him last November about…
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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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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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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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Top 10 Cruelty Free Vegan Luxury Bags: 2022
What are the chicest and most coveted luxury vegan handbags of 2022? From well-known brands like Stella McCartney to smaller artisan labels, there’s a luxury vegan handbag for everyone. (You just have to know where to look!)
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New Vegan Brand Alert: TheOne08 Partners with Kenyan Community
Vegan handbag line TheOne08 creates empowering work opportunities for the Maasai community of Kenya. With a focus on wildlife conservation and socially responsible practices, each bag purchased makes a world of difference. I was first introduced to TheOne08 in the early spring when their Creative Director reached out. (We’re both based in Toronto!) Right off…
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Introducing Hydro-Less Denim from Frank & Oak
Frank & Oak Womens Brings Sustainable Style to Toronto Hydro-Less Denim, Organic Cotton, and Recycled Plastic all play a feature role in their new Sustainable, Minimalist Line. I remember feeling the slightest bit of jealously when my male friends would shop at the super stylish Frank & Oak men’s boutique on Queen West. Know for…
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Why Navy Is My Powerhouse Colour for Fall and Winter.
Navy is the New Black. When it comes to classic clothing staples, it seems like black and white get all the credit. And don’t get me wrong, I looooove a chic black-on-black outfit. But there’s another neutral colour that really deserves get more credit than it gets. Navy is a dependable colour choice that really…
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The 5 Best Luxury Vegan Bags for Summer 2018
What to Look for When Buying a Luxury Vegan Bag. Like most things in my closet, I do a lot of research before I buy a new luxury vegan handbag. And whenever possible, I like to see and touch the item in person to check for quality. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve definitely changed the way I…
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Why You Should Buy Luxury Items in Neutral Colours
Ensure Your Investments Are Timeless. Buying anything in a neutral colour is an almost 100% guarantee that you’ll enjoy it and use it longer. When it comes to fashion trends, the most prominent things that fluctuate are colours, patterns, and silhouette. Of course, there’s always the dreaded trendy “it” item. (Do you remember when ponchos…
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4 Super-Sustainable Brands to Watch in 2018
Who Says Sustainable Fashion is Bland? That’s so 2008… Cute Vegan + Sustainble Fashion is Here to Stay! Sustainable fashion, much like vegan fashion, is misunderstood. Many consumers conjure images of green burlap ponchos and shoes made from recycled rubber tire. What’s up with that? 2018 is a promising year for head-turning sustainable fashion brands.…