Tag Archives: organic

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

12 months, 12 goals february wrap up

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Leah

Phew! I’m a little behind on the 12 Months, 12 Goals posts. Last month was all about shopping local to save resources and support ethical retailers in my community. Since I stopped most unnecessary spending, it was pretty easy to … Continue reading →

Posted in Essays | Tagged 12 goals, charlottesville, conscientious consumerism, ethics, fair trade, fair trade cville, organic, shop local, vintage shops | 1 Comment

people tree spring/summer lookbook

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Leah

People Tree just released its Spring/Summer interactive lookbook. I love everything in the Orla Kiely collaboration. The best part is that it’s all fair trade and most cotton products are organic. Take a look by clicking here or on the … Continue reading →

Posted in Brands | Tagged fair trade, fashion, lookbook, organic, orla kiely for people tree, people tree, spring, summer 2014 | Leave a comment

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

retailer: Gypsy05

Posted on August 17, 2013 by Leah

Gypsy05 is an American brand that specializes in bohemian and beach ready clothing for the whole family. sources: dress 1, scarf, dress 2 Not only is the brand produced in the USA, it also incorporates green techniques and materials throughout … Continue reading →

Posted in Retailers | Tagged boho, conscientious consumerism, ethical, free people, green manufacturing, gyspy05, los angeles, made in usa, organic, plant based dyes | Leave a comment

Equal Exchange: a coffee co-op

Posted on June 15, 2013 by Leah

I love anything you can drink in a mug. And until April, I worked at a local organic coffee shop where I had a great time trying out coffee roasts and tea varieties. It was there that I first heard … Continue reading →

Posted in Brands | Tagged best coffee, bulk coffee, co-op, equal exchange, mind body and soul, nicaraguan coffee, organic, organic coffee, review | Leave a comment

down the rabbit hole

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Leah

I started Style Wise with the relatively simple mission to promote fair trade clothing. But it’s become clear to me that it’s time to take things a step further. We hear the terms organic and fair trade tossed around in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Essays | Tagged domestically produced, environtmentalism, ethical living, fair trade, labor rights, lifestyle changes, moral living, organic | 5 Comments

the thin green line: when eco and fair trade meet

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Leah

Fair trade and eco-friendly movements clearly intersect, yet few people seem to push toward both consumer alternatives with equal enthusiasm. There are a number of highly informative blogs on eco-alternatives, and that’s great, but it doesn’t make a lot of … Continue reading →

Posted in Essays | Tagged agriculture, atrazine, EPA, exploitation, fair trade, farming, frog deaths, frogs, human rights, national geographic, organic, parasites, pesticides, pollution, the thin green line | 1 Comment

organic skincare: organic wear pressed powder

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Leah

I bought Physician’s Formula Organic Wear Pressed Powder in Translucent Fair to replace a powder foundation I’d been using since high school. The Organic Wear powder provides less coverage than its predecessor, but currently seems to be the only organic alternative … Continue reading →

Posted in Skincare | Tagged beauty, drugstore, face, makeup, organic, organic wear, physician's formula, pressed powder, review, translucent fair | Leave a comment

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 →