Faux fur is not biodegradable, but it’s kinder in an industry that skins animals alive and sometimes electrocutes them to avoid ‘damaging the fur’ for high society. Animals used include foxes, rabbits, stoats (due to their fur going pure white in winter), raccoons and squirrels. If you run a fashion or gift shop, sign up…
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Wear a Greener Pair of Socks
Most conventional pairs of socks are made from polyester or nylon, which deposit thousands of microplastics each wash, which escape to the sea and harm marine wildlife. In 2011, ecologist Mark Browne of University College Dublin discovered that 85% of microplastics on our shores were from synthetic fabrics released during doing laundry. You can buy…
Where to Find Recycled Vegan Jewellery
Did you know that there is enough gold and silver already mined, to last for eternity? Mining for new metals damages the local environment and harms wildlife. All brands listed in this post are made from recycled metals and also vegan-friendly (no bone, leather, shell, pearl etc). If you have broken necklaces or odd earrings…
Clothing Brands That Help Animals
These clothing brands that help animals are not just made of natural materials like organic cotton and hemp, but use profits to help pet shelters, farm sanctuaries, wildlife rescue and endangered species. If you find it difficult to afford clothes and donate to animal charities – why not just combine the two? Buy what you…