Tag Archives: ethical

labor day sales, fair trade style

Posted on August 30, 2014 by Leah

The Hunger Site: Deals on select products + free shipping on orders over $25.00 with code, ALLPLAY. Indigenous: Select styles up to 60% off. Green Heart Shop: all Sale styles reduced for Labor Day. Synergy: Get 30% off your entire … Continue reading →

Posted in news | Tagged conscientious consumerism, coupon code, deals, ethical, fair trade, labor day sales, retailers | 1 Comment

fair finds august

Posted on August 17, 2014 by Leah

faves by fracturedradiance featuring gold dipped jewelry I’m anxiously awaiting the unveiling of fall arrivals from my favorite ethical retailers, but there are still plenty of things to enjoy. I know Birkenstocks have been a big deal this spring/summer season, … Continue reading →

Posted in Styleboards | Tagged birkenstock, conscientious consumerism, crossbody, ethical, fair trade, fall, organic, sseko designs, synergy, wishlist | Leave a comment

accessorize: mata traders earrings

Posted on June 22, 2014 by Leah

mata traders by fracturedradiance on Polyvore Mata Traders is an American fair trade clothing company. I love that they’ve begun to make more streamlined, less feminine garments that appeal to my aesthetic. I find that their clothing isn’t really tailored for … Continue reading →

Posted in Brands | Tagged budget earrings, conscientious, ethical, fair trade jewelry, favorite earrings, geometric earrings, mata traders, sponsor | 1 Comment

may favorites

Posted on May 29, 2014 by Leah

favorites by fracturedradiance featuring a blue cardigan Remember how I used to draw my monthly favorites? I ran out of drawing paper and didn’t bother to buy another pad, so I temporarily removed this feature. But polyvore is also a … Continue reading →

Posted in Styleboards | Tagged asos green room, dogeared, ethical, eye ring, favorites, leah goren, list, melissa, polyvore, styleboard, sustainable, varsity cardigan | 2 Comments

an ethical outfit: weekend sightseeing

Posted on May 13, 2014 by Leah

sightseeing by fracturedradiance featuring stud earrings Simple, feminine, and comfortable for a quick weekend away. Daniel and I plan to make frequent weekend trips this summer. Richmond, Williamsburg, Virginia Beach – I’m excited for the time and freedom to explore … Continue reading →

Posted in Styleboards | Tagged ethical, fair trade, krochet kids, mata traders, purse and clutch, sightseeing, sseko designs, stud earrings, summer outfit, weekend getaway, weekend trips | 4 Comments

the moral wardobe: edge

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Leah

So, the fashion show went well. It was a crazy, fun, stressful, exciting experience and I’m glad I participated. I learned I can, in fact, walk a runway with ease and I made lots of new friends in the process. … Continue reading →

Posted in personal style | Tagged black flats, blonde pixie cut, blowfish shoes, ethical, h&m, secondhand, simple outfit, the moral wardrobe, thredup | 2 Comments

the moral wardrobe: snow white

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Leah

The trees are blooming white. So glad I dyed my hair to match. A simple need for change would have been enough, but I’m actually modeling for a local fashion show in a couple of weeks and my dramatic new … Continue reading →

Posted in personal style | Tagged conscientious consumerism, consignment, ethical, flowering trees, hi lo dress, novelty earrings, spring, the moral wardrobe, thrifted | 2 Comments

12 months, 12 goals

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Leah

Oh, goals. We make them and then life happens. When I started making plans for this year, I assumed I’d have a certain amount of wiggle room in by budget to explore fair trade and artisan made options. But then … Continue reading →

Posted in Essays | Tagged 12 goals, ethical, fair trade, fashion, flea market, goals, plans, sewing, sustainability | Leave a comment

the moral wardrobe: any day now

Posted on March 15, 2014 by Leah

Since the weather still hasn’t decided if it’d like to become spring, I have to constantly check the forecast. On colder days, I just want to wear something easy; it’s too annoying at this point in the season to obsess … Continue reading →

Posted in personal style | Tagged casual, conscientious consumerism, ethical, faces tee, levis, loafers, mustard sweater, people tree, the moral wardrobe, thredup, vintage | 1 Comment

saving

Posted on March 2, 2014 by Leah

Throughout my secondhand journey so far, I’ve come to realize that buying ethically is just as much about how and when I choose to spend my money as it is about where I choose to spend it. I’m in my … Continue reading →