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Ethical Fashion Forum focus during 2010

2009 was a pivotal year for the Ethical Fashion Forum (EFF)

I never thought that I would be inspired by an online social network- but this network inspires me every time I approve a new member.

It is incredible how many pioneering individuals – nearly 2500 in more than 70 countries- have joined this network. The combined body of your work can and will change the face of fashion- it already is changing lives for hundreds of people behind your companies and… Continue

Added by Tamsin Lejeune on January 20, 2010 at 4:26 — 1 Comment

Smartbags New year offer to EFF members

Smartbags are UK-based specialists in eco-friendly woven and non-woven bags and accessories. All products are 100% recyclable, reusable and water-repellent, using the latest print and manufacturing technologies. Smartbags understand how important brand image is, and work with you to create a bag that enhances your campaign and showcases your designs. Customers range from large retailers to independent designers.

Smartbags are offering a special offer of 10% discount on all orders… Continue

Added by Smartbags on January 14, 2010 at 14:43 — No Comments

Gold’s Dark Side

Investors are hoarding it to hedge against the dollar’s weakness. Consumers are buying it up in ever increasing volumes. Gold seemingly adds up to big opportunities wherever you look, with US gold jewelry sales representing a growing $17 billion market and China gold jewelry sales reaching nearly 260 billion yuan in 2009. But the fact is that this precious metal has a dark side, too. As gold’s prestige and value increases, so do the implications of the trade itself.

“Most consumers… Continue

Added by 3BL Media on January 13, 2010 at 17:01 — No Comments

Clash of the Artists 2010 - Call for Artists, submission ends on January 25th

Now in it’s fourth year, Clash of the Artists 2010 will once again raise the standard of artist competitions across the world! At Art For Progress, we inspire exceptional international talent to get involved and support art education while having the opportunity to win fantastic prizes geared for the career artist. Here’s your opportunity to show the art world, peers, and… Continue

Added by Art For Progress on January 13, 2010 at 16:40 — No Comments

Junky Styling Talk at V&A Museum 1st Feb!

So many questions….So many answers….
Book Now!
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Added by Junky Styling on January 12, 2010 at 17:57 — No Comments

Jewels of the Kalahari

The ancient Bushmen enter the international jewelry market

The Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert are almost as old as humanity itself. Geneticists tell us that they are perhaps the oldest group still walking the earth. Sadly, like many ancient peoples, they are among the poorest and most disenfranchised in their southern African… Continue

Added by HAND/EYE Magazine on January 12, 2010 at 16:45 — 2 Comments

Adorn London interviews Pamela Daniels this week in our 'Ethical Extravaganza'

Here are the links
http://www.adorn-london.com/interviews/pamela-daniels/
http://www.adorn-london.com/features/beautifully-green/
http://www.adorn-london.com/blog

We would love you to pass on the links and comment on the site, we are very excited to bring you fabulous ETHICAL jewels

Added by Juliet Hutton-Squire on January 11, 2010 at 10:35 — No Comments

Able Embroiderers

Does a work of art reveal the soul of its creator?

If so, the needlework of Kagoshima City’s Nui Project, an embroidery workshop for the mentally disabled, uncloaks souls whose workings are little understood.

Nui Project’s dazzling textiles and shirts, stitched by artists living with Down’s Syndrome, autism, and other mental and physical… Continue

Added by HAND/EYE Magazine on January 10, 2010 at 22:00 — No Comments

What Do You Predict or Wish For Ethical Fashion in 2010?

image courtesy of www.ecouterre.com

Happy New Year from all at EFF!!

Online Fashion Magazine Ecouterre asked me to share my prediction for Eco-Fashion in 2010. I was enjoying a peaceful week off from the internet and so didn't read the e-mail in time, but it got me thinking...

WHAT DO YOU PREDICT OR WISH FOR ETHICAL FASHION IN 2010?

Please add you… Continue

Added by Amisha Ghadiali on January 9, 2010 at 15:00 — 21 Comments

Costume Society Museum Placement Award Application 2010

Costume Society Museum Placement Award Application 2010

Museum:

Colchester and Ipswich Museum Service

Museum Resource Centre

14 Ryegate Road

Colchester

Essex CO1 1YG

Curator: Danielle Sprecher, Costume Curator

Email: danielle.sprecher@colchester.gov.uk

Phone:…

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Added by Katrina O'Brien on January 7, 2010 at 14:30 — No Comments

Clash of the Artists - Arts, Music, Film and Fashion Design Competition

Added by Art For Progress on January 4, 2010 at 16:34 — No Comments

Peony Rice

Quick update on our Peony Rice project.

This was a personal project started by myself last year under our Industria Collective family. We wanted to take our knowledge and connections in fashion and make it awesome to connect lots of different people together and create positive change and awareness of communities in Asia with a common connect fashion with a passion.

I personally love Peonies - they are beautiful symbols of strength, peace and delicate beauty.

I… Continue

Added by Pauline C on January 2, 2010 at 19:38 — 1 Comment

Creative Couture – ‘As You Like it’ – “wear the way you like”

August Designs (www.august.synthasite.com) after the groundbreaking ethical / eco DPOL fashion innovation has come up with a new concept in the arena of fashion. The new Collection “As you like it” gives a meaning to fashion altogether.

"As you like it" as the name speaks is based on the concept of multiple look of single garment as per one's choice. The ensembles can be worn in two different ways- Regular way (option 1), or upside down… Continue

Added by siddhartha on December 30, 2009 at 17:17 — No Comments

C5 company jewelry now featured on Sulusso.com

C5 company, which has become well-known for creating sustainable custom engagement and wedding rings, has recently debuted their first finished jewelry collection. Avenue Green is now exclusively available online at Sulusso.com, the premier marketplace of sustainable jewelry.

For the Avenue Green collection, C5 company created beautiful, sustainable pieces that are really easy to purchase and wear. All six pieces in the collection range from $45 to $200 and are hand-made from 100%… Continue

Added by 3BL Media on December 29, 2009 at 17:09 — No Comments

Greenish: The Green Fashion Challenge

Columnist Mike Albo looks at the current state of ecofashion.

When you hear the words “eco fashion” what image comes to mind? Cameron Diaz in an $11,975 dollar organic dress on the cover of Vogue? Some message on a canvas tote? Maybe nothing at all?

Unlike other facets of the Green movement-- organic food, beauty products, home supplies -- eco… Continue

Added by HAND/EYE Magazine on December 28, 2009 at 20:59 — No Comments

The 40% Problem: Why Retailers and Brands are Struggling with Social Compliance in China

Many of the most transparent retailers and brands report that 40-50% of their factories are either in remediation or considered medium risks. Moreover, this has not changed much over the past three years. Why has this proven to be such a challenge?

The principal goal is to protect the brand from disclosure that its suppliers and factories may not be trading ethically. Protecting the brand is an immediate problem. Human rights in developing countries is an aspirational goal.… Continue

Added by 3BL Media on December 28, 2009 at 1:52 — No Comments

Give the gift of education this holiday

C5 company, a leader in sustainable jewelry, has created a promotional pendant for Under the Baobab Tree (UTBT), an international nonprofit organization that provides education and other critical services in Malawi.

With the $100 purchase you receive the ethically made pendant of the UTBT logo, handmade recycled paper giftbox and a personal story about one of the children who will receive free education because of your contribution.

Malawi is one of the most impoverished… Continue

Added by 3BL Media on December 22, 2009 at 14:00 — No Comments

Happy Holidays from Daisy de Villeneuve and the EFF

We have an exclusive Christmas treat for you. An illustration by Daisy de Villeneuve.

If you haven't seen it yet...

Click Here

Added by Amisha Ghadiali on December 22, 2009 at 12:33 — No Comments

EJF at The Wave

On Saturday 5th December EJF, a member of the Stop Climate Chaos Coalition, joined other coalition members on the march to Parliament, demanding that our Government take urgent action on climate change.

It was a great day with a fantastic turn out as people of all ages marched through the streets to call for climate justice.

Read more and watch EJF's Wave video by following the link below;…

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Added by Environmental Justice Foundation on December 18, 2009 at 17:04 — No Comments

EJF takes part in Greenwich Park Santa run

Check out the images from when a team of more than 40 EJF staff and supporters braved the rain and donned santa suits for a 5km run around Greenwich Park.

There were a couple of wardrobe malfunctions and the weather wasn't great, but regardless, everyone finished and raised the EJF flag along with funds to support our campaigning work.

You can also view the hilarious video by following the below link;…

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Added by Environmental Justice Foundation on December 18, 2009 at 16:59 — No Comments