When holidays and celebrations roll around, we tend to forget our good, eco-friendly intentions and succumb to the temptation of the adorable decorations and the disposable items sold at the stores. Among the decorations, the costumes, and the trick-or-treating ritual, Halloween is one of the most wasteful holidays for your wallet and the environment. Here are five practical tips for turning your Halloween into a HalloGREEN.
Supporting the environment and helping to keep the delicate balance of our ecosystems alive and thriving has always been a cause that I truly believe in. I love discovering businesses whose goals are also aligned to this end and I'm thrilled to be able to tell you about a wonderful clothing company called Lonesome George & Co.
Lonesome George & Co.'s aim is to design impact apparel that makes a statement – and creates action. I recently had the chance to review the Rosalina 3/4 Length Sleeve Organic Tee. Keep reading to learn more!
My first experience with organic wine was in Napa Valley, California. My mom and I started our wine tasting day at an organic winery. We were not impressed at all. For the past three years, I’d written off organic wines as being mediocre, not worth spending money on when there are so many more delicious wines to be experienced. One trip to a local wine store completely changed my perception.
In this day and age of electronics and technology, it's easy for children to rely less and less on their own imaginations. So many games and toys on the market today supply most all of the creativity and ingenuity for kids, thus hindering their own talents in the process.
That's why it's refreshing to find a company who has set out to take a classic toy, such as building blocks, and strive to make it even better. I recently had the chance to review the new CitiBlocs Precision Cut Building Blocks with Riley. Keep reading to learn more!
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Do you behave differently away from home? Do you consume more processed foods because they are "convenient"? Do you toss all plastic bottles and cups? Do you use new towels every day when staying in hotels?
You can still be an eco-friendly traveler without sacrificing luxury and comfort. You can visit big cities or small cities. You can fly or drive. You can stay in luxury hotels or small eco-lodges. Below are a few of my practical and eco-friendly tips for staying green when traveling:
Autumn is by far the most fashionable of seasons, in my opinion. It's one of the only seasons where you can get away with wearing almost anything...skirts, shorts, capris, pants, long sleeve, short sleeve, sleeveless, sweaters, jackets, scarves, hats...you name it!
I love layering several high-fashion garments together to create a unique ensemble, but I also love being comfortable and choosing clothing made from sustainable fabrics, which is the best option for our planet. I've been a long-time fan of Gaiam for I have an untold amount of top-notch yoga and pilates workout gear and videos of theirs. I recently came to learn that they also have a large selection of all natural clothing, including one rocking new line just for fall. Keep reading to learn more!
Heirloom Cable Cardigan in Midnight, which retails for $198.00
Turtleneck Swing Top in Ocean, which retails for $68.00
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