Part Two: Preferred South African plant fibre textiles
This is *part two in our series on preferred textiles available in South Africa and where to find them. It’s a non-exhaustive list of natural plant fibres like cotton, linen hemp, and rPET, and includes their sourcing and processing practices, and where to find...
Do you know what “biodegradable”, “compostable” and “organic” mean?
Do you know what the differences are between the terms “biodegradable’, “compostable” and “organic” are, and what they mean for packaging? These terms are generally thought to be universally good for the planet. Yet, they simply...
Phygital retailer EGG launches with ambitions to boost local product
Cavendish Square ushered in December with the grand opening of concept store best described as a collaborative retail platform and “omni-retail experience and platform redefining the retail landscape” and is pegged to be one of the most technologically advanced stores...
5 South African products for a sustainable skincare routine
Founder of Plaiin and graduate in organic skincare formulation, Megan Cozens sums up skincare well: “Ultimately, you want a product with as few ingredients as possible. Simple, yet effective.” She says the more we care about what we put onto our bodies, the more it...Trending
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Top 6 Sustainable Swimwear BrandsWe're happy to be turning our backs on 2019. It's time to enjoy the summer...
Meet the Trio Who Weaves Fashion Waste into Fashion FabricYou’ve read stories about upcycling, recycling and reconstructing unused cl...