Let's face it: it's easy to get caught up in all the consumer-driven fuss of fall – stocking up on sweaters, drinking PSLs on the daily, buying every pumpkin-cinnamon-apple scented candle you get a whiff of – all of which challenge the concept of living more simply. Thankfully, there are ways to appreciate autumn intentionally – instead of falling back into old shopping habits.
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.
Ever thought about what's in your bag? Let's face it: When it comes to personal care, disposables are everywhere. From toothbrushes and razors to makeup containers and shampoo bottles, a lot of the products we use on a daily basis are designed to be disposed of after a matter of days, weeks, or sometimes months.
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!
In July, my husband and I spent a week exploring the South of Iceland for our belated honeymoon. I dreamed of visiting Iceland for years, and it was everything I had imagined and more. With environmental sustainability at the heart of its culture, Iceland is an absolute dream for the eco-conscious traveler!
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)!
Before we even began planning our honeymoon, I've always dreamed of visiting the famous volcanic black sand beaches of Iceland. Unlike the shell covered beaches we're used to in the U.S., these unique coastlines are formed from lava and covered in ... you guessed it ... lava rocks. On the last day of our week-long journey, my dreams finally came true.
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.
