Summer Edit
Theme: Ways to make your Summer more sustainable
Paired-back era- “The Everything Shirt”
Susie Faux coined the term capsule collection in the 1970’s, when she released her London boutique; ‘Wardrobe’. The store was designed to house a collection that wouldn’t go out of fashion, augmented with seasonal pieces. How do we mix Susie’s spirit for less when we feel trapped by fast-fashion to have more?
Paloma’s ‘everything’ shirt epitomizes the brand’s commitment to versatility, craftsmanship, and sustainability. Designed to be a wardrobe staple, the oversized fit, drop shoulders, deep cuffs, and a hem that’s longer in the back gives a casual yet polished look (it’s the ’no make-up’ make-up look of fashion). Made from TENCEL™ fibers, a sustainable alternative to cotton and linen as it is fully biodegradable. As a brand, Paloma champions slow fashion, making eco-conscious choices at every production stage and donating a portion of profits to environmental causes through 1% for the Planet.
Packing less reduces your carbon footprint. Yes, reducing your luggage decreases the weight of what you carry and means less fuel consumption for the flight. By packing less you’re also indirectly reducing the demand for new products. Most carbon consumption in fashion comes from production and disposal; when you’re happier with what you already have or consciously purchasing less you reduce your carbon footprint exponentially.
Grind x Hello Kitty
And here we have a collaboration to rival Sabrina Carpenter and her one liners; Grind’s latest limited-edition collection with Sanrio’s Hello Kitty. Obviously this is a super cute and very pink celebration of Hello Kitty’s 50th anniversary but it’s not the only reason we want Grind in our Summer collection. Grind focuses on compostable, recyclable packaging (most pods aren’t). They source their beans from ethical, sustainable farms that have signed commitments to fair labour practices and their coffee tastes oh so good.
P.s Treat yourself to a coffee ‘out’ whilst on holiday, just remember to take your reusable cup (if you don’t have one, this one with a straw is pretty cute).
Hunza G- the original crinkle since 1984
British Brand Hunza G acknowledges that inherently the fashion industry is not eco-friendly- its original crinkle material is made from nylon and elastane. So, why have we chosen to feature them? Well, all Hunza G products are manufactured locally in London. This not only supports local businesses and artisans but also reduces the carbon footprint associated with transportation and global shipping. They offer a repair service, truly standing by their vision for long-lasting pieces to reduce waste. Their crinkle material stretches to fit any sun kissed body shape; a steadfast piece in your wardrobe through weight fluctuations and pregnancy. We think Susie Faux would approve.
Travel Soap bars- Grüum
Make your adventures a little greener with travel soap bars- (we’re not talking lavender ones you were gifted from an Aunt you’ve never met, but let’s be grateful, so shout out to the lavender scented golden oldies).
Grüum (pronounced groom) is a small start-up company creating sustainable hair and skincare products. Whilst perusing a supermarket beauty aisle they noticed a bonkers amount of pink packaging and a tiny pocket of grey. They began to think; Why are women’s skin care choices so complicated and mens so limited? Why is everything for women’s skin care pink and men’s grey?
Grüum has re-imagined the beauty world with a wide zero-plastic range that’s hand-made in the UK and in funny shaped bottles that help make shipping more carbon efficient. They wanted to make sustainable shopping easy and they have achieved just that. Oh, and it’s not all pink and grey. Pre-buying these products, rather than buying plastic bottles at your destination, is a great way to be kind to your skin, your pocket and the planet.
Charity Shop Euro’s Chic
Gen Z might think football and fashion started dating when Hailey Bieber wore a soccer jersey to Coachella but they went on their first date in 2004.
Play homage to a WAG’s Euros this summer and get your hands on some cool and used football shirts from a local charity shop. Buying tops from charity shops is eco-friendly and budget-conscious. It reduces waste, supports sustainable fashion, and helps local charities fund vital community services.
Additionally, it offers unique and vintage clothing options that aren’t available in regular stores, promoting your individuality and responsible consumerism.
Natural Sunscreen
Sol de Ibiza’s natural sunscreen is an organic certified moisturiser for face and body. This antioxidant-rich cream not only protects against UVA, UVB, blue light, IR, and pollution, but also moisturizes, promotes cell regeneration, prevents photoaging, and targets sunspots (woah, mouthful). Made with organic almond oil, aloe vera, calendula, and non-nano zinc oxide, it is vegan, water-resistant, and perfect for sensitive skin types. Plus, it comes in eco-friendly, plastic-free packaging that is infinitely reusable.
UpCircle sells a refill sunscreen which we love the sound of. We haven’t tried it yet so can’t promote it just yet. If you have, please let us know in the comments.
