It's amazing to think that with the simple click of a button, we can connect with people from all over the world who share similar values, and work together to reach a common goal. One company that's helping to bring us closer together is Minimal Exposure, a small batch clothing studio based in Cape Town, South Africa.
Fall has officially arrived! In addition to the changing foliage and pumpkin spice-flavored everything, this season also welcomes the return of one of my favorite sustainable textiles – wool. This cozy, natural fiber is a great eco-friendly option for keeping warm for several reasons.
When it comes to my wardrobe, I typically opt for simple, versatile pieces that can transcend from one season to the next. There's something about the challenge of bringing new life into my clothes as the seasons change that I find incredibly satisfying — and fun!
Thrifting — it's one of the most sustainable ways to shop for clothes, and if you're lucky, you can score some really awesome and often one-of-a-kind pieces. I've been following "thrift junky" Brandi of Run Style Run on Instagram for quite a while now, so when she reached out to me to help spread the word about her Instagram shop, Stylish Treasures, I was absolutely thrilled (and honestly geeked out a bit)!
The official start of summer is just around the corner, which means shorts weather has arrived! This will be our first New York summer, and I couldn't be more excited. Since living in Syracuse, we've somehow managed to always skip town right as the snow finally melts and the flowers begin to bloom. To make up for lost time, my husband and I have been basking in all that summer in the Northeast has to offer — rooftop hangs with friends, weekend exploring, and soaking up some good ol' sunshine.
The hairpin — it's essential for those hot days where all you want to do is pin your hair back. But there's more to the story of the hairpin, which originated thousands of years ago. I recently had the pleasure of catching up with S A Y A Designs founder, Victoria Jones to learn more about her passion to create unique hairpins inspired by the past with a mission to protect the future of our planet.
Linen — it's a natural, durable textile designed to be lived in. Derived from the flax plant, linen is one of the oldest and most eco-friendly textiles in the clothing industry, making it the perfect sustainable summer staple.
Sotela has been one of my go-to sustainable clothing brands lately, designed with the everyday woman in mind. I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Sotela's founder, Hanna Baror-Padilla, to learn more about the Mara Jumpsuit and the Warm Weather collection.
The uniform – it's that one outfit you constantly find yourself reaching for as you get dressed for the day, and a fundamental element of any minimalist's wardrobe. It's effortless, comfortable, and most importantly, you feel good wearing it. Why else would you gravitate toward the same outfit over and over again?
