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Be bold and break a sweat in ethical activewear from Queensland’s own d+k
Gentlefolk

Be bold and break a sweat in ethical activewear from Queensland’s own d+k

04 Oct 2018

When it comes to a trend, activewear is one we will gladly endorse – what’s not to love about functional clothes that promote a healthy lifestyle? Unfortunately a rise in popularity usually comes with an oversaturated market – which means sifting through a bunch of poorly made products made in dingy factories with an absurdly high mark-up. If you’ve been chasing a brand that covers the bases of looking great, staying ethically sound and keeping you comfortable, your search is over – d+k is the homegrown activewear phenomenon that you need to get around. more

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Sleep sustainably with zero-waste pyjamas from The Very Good Sleep
Gentlefolk

Sleep sustainably with zero-waste pyjamas from The Very Good Sleep

04 Oct 2018

The founder of The Very Good Bra – a revolutionary undergarment crafted from sustainably farmed eucalyptus trees – has now launched a collection of sustainable zero-waste pyjamas. Under the brand The Very Good Sleep (makes sense) the pyjamas offer a completely waste-free alternative for all of the environmentally conscious sleepers and power nappers out there. more

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The period-proof undies that will give you total peace of mind
Gentlewoman

The period-proof undies that will give you total peace of mind

27 Sep 2018

There’s no skirting around it – periods suck hard. As well as the myriad of physical and emotional pain that they tend to bring, they also come with the added paranoia of leakage. Nothing ruins your vibe quite like worrying that you’re walking around with a patch of blood on your pants, and up until recent times it’s just been a constant gamble. One brand working to change this is Thinx, coming in hot with a two-fold mission of empowering customers and creating sustainable alternative period products – all while breaking taboos around something that about half the world’s population experiences. more

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Rock ethical reclaimed threads from local label Hazel + Folk
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Rock ethical reclaimed threads from local label Hazel + Folk

16 Aug 2018

If you're the kind of gal who was bringing your reusable bags long before you were told to and generally gives a damn about the environment, it probably comes as no surprise that the fashion industry is one of the biggest contributors to global waste and pollution with fast-fashion trends the major culprit. No need to shed your threads completely and start Googling local nudist colonies, just take a peek at Hazel + Folk's range of reclaimed and ethical threads. more

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Drape yourself in conscious threads from Ricepaper The Label
Gentlewoman

Drape yourself in conscious threads from Ricepaper The Label

05 Jul 2018

Okay, so we've all officially ditched single-use bags, are armed with reusable coffee cups and now sip from stainless steel straws. What next? It's time to look long and hard at our wardrobes. Luckily brands like Ricepaper The Label (you know, the ones that genuinely give a damn) are here to help us remain sustainable, mindful and ethically conscious when it comes to fashionable threads. more

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Undress yourself with dreamy handmade intimates from Kate Ford
Gentlewoman

Undress yourself with dreamy handmade intimates from Kate Ford

14 Jun 2018

Ladies, when was the last time you put some sass into your lingerie collection? If it's been a while, then consider this a gentle nudge to direct some love and attention to your delicates. The new 2018 collection from Kate Ford will capture those with an appreciation for uniqueness and handmade quality, with each and every piece worthy of a spot in your dresser. more

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La Luna weaves the natural environment into the world of intimates
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La Luna weaves the natural environment into the world of intimates

31 May 2018

Like it or not, this is a fast-paced world we live in. We're all very aware of how humanity's appetite for quantity over quality has impacted the fashion industry, but brands like Byron Bay's La Luna give us hope, with its collection of handmade botanically dyed intimates aiming to slow us down and reconnect us all with the natural environment. Yep, your underwear could change the world. more

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Make your designer fashion dreams a reality at the Harrolds mid-year sale
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Make your designer fashion dreams a reality at the Harrolds mid-year sale

31 May 2018

Jeans, jackets, boots and sweaters are items that typically don’t get to make much of an appearance during our sweltering summers, but once the temperature drops we finally get to play with some new options. What better excuse to update your style than some serious discounts? Luxury department store Harrolds is holding a mind-boggling sale with up to 50% off its huge range of premium brands – that’s Balenciaga, Acne Studios, Saint Laurent, Balmain and loads more for half the price. We’ve picked five winter essentials available at the sale to kickstart your shopping inspo, but this is just a taste – shop the full range from Friday June 1. more

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Lust after Elkii's handmade collection of ethical threads
Gentlewoman

Lust after Elkii’s handmade collection of ethical threads

03 May 2018

If you're someone who always remembers to bring your own cup to your local cafe (or tries to anyway), refuses plastic shopping bags and generally gives a damn about Mother Nature, there's a Gold Coast-based fashion label that is going against the grain for all the right reasons, it's called Elkii and trust us when we say you need it in your life. more