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Considerations When Shopping For Ethical Fashion

If you have made the decision to live a more sustainable lifestyle and to only buy products that are considered ethical then fashion is likely to be something that will have though about. There is plenty of evidence of practices in the fashion industry that are damaging to both the environment and people involved but what is ethical fashion and what do we need to consider when shopping for ethical fashion? Ethical fashion is a term that can be used to describe any clothing that is produced and distributed in a way that is more ethical than conventional clothing. This can include any or all of the following:- organic or sustainable fabrics, made in an ethical factory, Fairtrade, a proportion of the companies profits donated to charity, made by co operatives, made from recycled materials. As the term ethical fashion encompasses so many different aspects, it can sometimes be difficult to work out exactly what is ethical. 1.Environmental Impact If you want to minimise the impact that yo...

Confidence And Fashion How A Magazine Can Help

Its a simple truth: when you look good, you feel good. Its important to take care of your appearance. What used to be classified as vanity has been proven to have a dramatic impact on your self-esteem, happiness and the amount of respect you receive from other people. Reading magazines can help you find motivation and inspiration to put your best face forward. By picking up a magazine and absorbing the contents, you can drastically improve your quality of life immensely. For example, many magazines stress the importance of eating healthy. They provide meal plans or recipes. Everyone has a different style of eating and different requirements for their diet. A magazine for women might focus on tips for busy moms, while men magazines might gear eating and workout tips towards men who like to cook or who live alone. A magazine is fun tool for learning about proper caloric intakes, latest studies, and current trends. Full of good advice, recipes and shopping tips, a magazine is a great too...