Tag Archives: domestic

natural skincare: why I love Origins

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Leah

I stumbled into Origins a bit by accident while waiting for Daniel to get a haircut nearby. I kept thinking it was Body Shop and I wanted some new lotion. Upon realizing I wasn’t at Body Shop, I decided to check … Continue reading →

Posted in Organic, Skincare | Tagged conscientious consumerism, domestic, environmental stewardship, ethical production, mascara review, natural, natural skincare, organic, origins, origins review, sustainability, wind power | Leave a comment

bryr clogs: made in America

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Leah

I bumped into a pin of a pair of Bryr clogs this morning, clicked around, and ended up at the company website, where I quickly discovered that the Swedish-inspired heels are made in the USA! Founder Isobel explains that she … Continue reading →

Posted in Brands | Tagged brands, bryr clogs, consumption, domestic, ethical production, fair trade, handmade, shoes, swedish clogs, usa made | 2 Comments

Radiant Cosmetics: lipstick for change

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Leah

If you read my other blog, you may remember that I criticized Radiant Cosmetics back in January for what I saw as a flippant campaign to raise awareness of human trafficking. My intent was to provide balance to the ridiculous … Continue reading →

Posted in Brands, Skincare | Tagged beauty, campaign, charity, domestic, fair trade, human trafficking, kiss slavery goodbye, leah wise, makeup, modern slavery, nicole marett, PR, radiant cosmetics, sex trafficking | 1 Comment

the moral wardrobe: narwhals in love

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Leah

Moral Wardrobe, take 3. This is one of those rare outfits I feel completely satisfied with and comfortable in. I just bought another shirt from Gnome Enterprises, the screen printing company behind this genius narwhal shirt, featuring a llama and … Continue reading →

Posted in personal style | Tagged american apparel, bdg jeans, cat flats, domestic, ebay, gnome enterprises, moral wardrobe, narwhal shirt, personal style, second hand, urban outfitters | 2 Comments

ethical brand: baggu

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Leah

BAGGU produces a small but versatile collection of bags and carrying cases. Leather items are produced in New York City and canvas and nylon items are made ethically in China. I contacted Baggu to ask for details about their international labor … Continue reading →

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organic skincare: erzulie cosmetics cream to powder foundation

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Leah

(originally published on leahwise.com) I discovered Erzulie while searching for organic skincare options on etsy and have been using their products for several months now. Recently, I purchased the Mineral Cream to Powder Foundation in Light on the seller’s recommendation. I … Continue reading →