The Ethical Guide To Christmas

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-The 2018-

Ethical Guide to Christmas

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

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About me

I asked my partner, Tarik, to come up with some questions for the beginning of my guide Who is BeKindCoco?

Coco makes mistakes, but she is learning and she wants to bring everyone along her journey. She makes videos, writes blogs, and shares her day online like the millennial she is… Sometimes she even answers question in the third person. Coco aims to live an ethical, sustainable life. Trying out vegan chocolate (a personal favourite activity) and discovering a love for hidden charity shop treasures. There is an ethical alternative to everything if you are willing to look for it… Coco is my every day reminder to be kind.

What inspired you to start BKC? Since finishing my journalism degree, I found it hard to find anything I wanted to write about… I knew I liked people, we are truly an odd bunch! But it wasn’t until attending a cruelty-free makeup demonstration in my home town of St Ives (Cornwall) that I realised how many ‘cruel’ items I used, unknowingly, everyday. I wanted to find out more.

Were there better ways to live? Slowly but surely, I became obsessed and discovered so many incredible people trying to make a difference. Each and every person or brand featured in this guide inspired me to start and every day they inspire me to keep going.

What do you do outside of BKC? By day I am a Graphics Designer. I love to solve problems in creative ways and I am that person who gets amazed every time she finds a cool font or discovers a new keyboard shortcut. My goal is to become a Freelance Designer for ethical companies.

What made you want to do a Christmas gift guide?

I wanted to make it easy to find the best brands, in a season where you are normally too busy to sit down and think.

During the past year I have discovered so many amazing brands that I want to shout about, so I have put them all in here. I love to support small and ethical businesses. When you order a product, they really do do a happy dance.

How did you end up in Australia?

I met this guy while travelling in New Zealand and thought he was alright so I followed him to Melbourne… Now I have a Visa to stay and although the weather in Melbourne can’t make up it’s mind I’ve decided I quite like it here.

Who is the most attractive man in the world? (Nice try, Tarik) ...Hugh Jackman What’s the most important thing about Christmas to you?

Well, since I delayed the release of this guide for them, I suppose I have to say my family. Being with the people I love the most and cosying up with a warm fire and handfuls of pistachios. This year I am spending Christmas with my family in Cornwall and I am so excited to tell awful cracker jokes, annoy the cats and be surrounded by my favourite people in the universe.

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Welcome to the first ever Ethical guide to Christmas!

Now I don’t mean to alarm you... But I think it might be December. The Christmas craze has begun and temptation is in the air.

This year however, I’d like to ask you to take a step back and a step towards a more ethical Christmas. A less wasteful Christmas. A greener Christmas. And that doesn’t mean getting extra Christmas trees and it doesn’t neccesserily mean NO tree at all... There is an ethical alternative to this silly season and I hope you can see some of that inside this guide.

The Ethical Guide to Christmas contains ethical brands, local makers, vegan deliciousness and kind tips you can take forward with you into the New Year.

This year, support local, support ethical, support causes you believe in and support each other.

Kindly, Coco

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Contents Fashion - p11 Body & Beauty - p67 Home - p84 Accessories - p47

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Mens - p104

Kids - p111

Extras

08 INTERVIEW | Ethically Kate 10 Kate’s Christmas list 36 INTERVIEW | The Ironic Minimalist 38 Jenna’s Christmas list 48 INTERVIEW | The Great Eco Challenge 50 Julie’s Christmas list 86 INTERVIEW | The Eco Society 90 The Eco Society Christmas list 92 The Eco Society travel items 98 Reading List | Books 99 Listen up: Podcasts 100 Oh Christmas Tree | Decoration 112 INTERVIEW | Amanda Rose 115 Amanda’s Christmas list 129 INTERVIEW | VeganPuggo 130 VeganPuggo’s Melbourne guide 137 Smith & Deli Christmas Recipes 144 Christmas crafts 145 That’s a wrap! | Wrapping paper 146 Discount codes

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Something Small Gifts need not be expensive! These are a few ideas for wonderful, ethical gifts that any ethical shopper will love!

SKINCARE MINIS

BABOO PEN

ACTIVE SOCKS

PAW PAW LIP NECTAR

DREAM EGG

BEARD COMB

Paudha Healing | Choose any 4 travel minis for $30 or get all 8 for $55

Feel Good Inc. | A treat for your lips | $14

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Knick Knack Collections 100% home compostable $4 each

Treat Dreams | Pure happiness in egg form | $6 each or 6 for $30

Boody | Socks made from bamboo | $9.95

Paudha Healing | $14 This great smelling comb is stylish and simple. Perfect for facial hair.

Editor’s Pick Tried, tested and adored by yours truely.

SKINCARE MINIS

VEGAN CHEESE

NATURAL SNEAKERS

DEODORANT

Concordia | My go-to skin cleansing collection. | $35

Collective Canvas | Sustainably made with cork innersoles. These are on my Christmas list! | $119

Hello Friends Food | The best vegan cheese I have ever tried! | $35

Kind-ly | I always have a Kind-ly deodorant in my bag & adore the scent. Plus roll ons are my favourite $20

SONGBIRD NECKLACE

Hello Friends Food | A carved native bird with a sweet whistle inside $29.99

TAKEAWAY MUG

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Our planet is beautiful, and I'm not going to sit around watching it go to waste Kate, is a breath of fresh air. Not caught up by green living fads or trends, she is simply sustainable. Ethical is at her core. While she was raised in a fair and like minded family, it wasn’t until watching ‘The True Cost’ a few years ago that she decided to make ethical fashion and living her mission. Along with her husband, Tim, she lives in New Zealand and helps to guide others along their ethical journeys. “I learn things everyday. It excites me, scares me, and amazes me all at the same time. I don’t have time to think of myself as just one person who won’t make a difference.”

What inspired you to start your ethical lifestyle?

I've grown up in an 'eco-minded' household, not perfect in the slightest, but my family definitely instilled 'eco' and 'ethical' values into my upbringing.

The True Cost movie also influenced my journey in a big way, and was the breaking point for me to commit to an ethical lifestyle 100%. I adore nature, so realising the impact we have on it, was the biggest inspiration to keeping the world I love pristine and thriving.

What are the toughest things about maintaining your ethical life?

Accepting im-perfection. I am an all or nothing type of person, so it really grinds my gears when I screw up due to travelling, time constraints or random events that disrupt life. It's also really difficult being an eco-influencer: I feel like my every actions are watched and scrutinised. I know I have to set an example, so I try my best to show I'm not perfect and we're all human, but I feel like I have an obligation to my followers and readers!

What is one of your favourite locations or things to do in New Zealand?

Hit the beach! Paddle boarding, wind surfing, walking, running, swimming, and sunbathing are what I spend my summers doing. My favourite beach is only 3 minutes walk from my home: Red Beach.

Tell us your favourite thing about Christmas…

I adore when all the family come together.

Family is really important to me, and I love the excuse for a big gathering and lying around outside in the sunshine simply eating and laughing together.

Talk us through your usual Christmas day…

We split our day between my husband's family and my family. It always differs every year, but we bike over to my in-laws place and have fun with our two nieces in the paddling pool. At my parents place, we exchange gifts that are consumables or experiences, play volley ball outside, and often hit the beach.

Do you have a New Years Resolution?

I don't usually make New Years Resolutions, but I do reflect on the year and what I want to do differently. My main goal this year is to spend more time with my family and friends; I've been a social hermit since launching two businesses in the last few years.

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Kate’s Christmas list I don't do gifts (especially after doing the minimalist challenge!), so here's a few things I've asked my family for.

WINE My favourite is Shiraz

A MASSAGE VOUCHER

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A FAMILY HIKE UP RANGITOTO

A LUNCH DATE

A GIFT FROM TEARFUND

FROM $10 TO $580. You can make a difference to peoples lives by purchasing a gift with Tearfund.

Choose a gift such as a goat, vegetable farm, women’s literacy or justice for trafficking. Or choose ‘A bit of everything’ to insure your money goes where it is needed most. www.tearfund.org.nz/donate/Gift-for-Life

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Mikaela Hofman is the owner, designer and maker of Leo the Label. She is inspired by her background in costume and pattern making, so there is no shortage of sequins and style. Only a small amount of each piece is made so everything you wear is a limited edition and handmade with care. Mikaela also makes jewellery and sells everything online with free shipping Australia-wide. You will also see her popping up at vegan fairs as this is very close to her heart.

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RUFFLE GLITTER MESH TOP | $79.99 THE BASIC CROP | $49.99 TASSLE SKIRT | $89.99 PURPLE PINK OMBRE KIMONO | $104.99 SLIP DRESS IN RED | $89.99

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INDIGO LUNA is ethically made ecoconscious Yoga & Swimwear. Imagined in the sand on the Australian coastal town of Torquay, inspired by thoughtful Scandinavian simplicity, and given life and flavour on the magical island of Bali in Indonesia.

Their fabrics are thoughtful and beautifully designed. Organic Bamboo tops are dyed using 100% plant-based dyes, creating no synthetic runoff or waste. The new Samsara range of leggings and swimwear is created from Italian Recycled ECONYL, a material harvested from old and discarded fishing nets.

1 SELMA BIKINI | DAISY CLAY | TOP $69 SELMA BIKINI | DAISY CLAY | BOTTOMS $69 2 LULU BRA TERRACOTTA | $39 LULU UNDIES TERRACOTTA | $39 3 OHELIA BIKINI | DAISY OLIVE | $69 OHELIA BIKINI | DAISY OLIVE | $59 4 SUMMER TOP | CHARCOAL | $69 INDO PANTS | CHARCOAL | $109 5 LULU BRA WHITE | $39 LULU UNDIES WHITE | $39 6 ORGANIC SATTVA L/S TEE | MANGO | $99 SAMSARA LEGGING SUMBAWA | $109 7 ORGANIC MOKSA TEE | NATURAL GREEN | $79 SAMSARA LEGGING SUMBAWA | $109

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Elle Evans Overwhelmed by the impact of the industry they had both worked in and loved for years, Elle and Tan have been doing things their way from the day they teamed up. Shying away from mass production they make each swimsuit to order in their ethical workspace in Melbourne, Australia. Choosing to use luxurious Vita ECONYLÂŽ (regenerated nylon made from 100% nylon waste from the oceans and landfills) to create all their products. Sustainable practices are the backbone of the company, but contemporary, fashion-focused designs are what Elle Evans Swimwear has become

known for. Attention to detail, innovative cuts, and their signature nature-inspired prints come together to create magic each and every collection.

Elle Evans range also includes swimwear for teens and kids, which you can find in the KIDS section of this guide (p.118).

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1 ROMA BIKINI TOP |ORCHID | $85 2 STAN BIKINI BOTTOM | ORCHID | $70 3 MILLARD BIKINI TOP |SUNSHINE | $80 4 SUNDOWNER BIKINI BOTTOM | SUNSHINE | $85 5 WINDSOR ONESIECE | MIDNIGHT | $160 6 SANDMAN REVERSIBLE | ANNEX STRIPE | $165 7 SANDMAN REVERSIBLE | SUNSHINE RIB | $165 8 WINDSOR BIKINI TOP | WHITE | $90 9 WINDSOR BIKINI BOTTOM | WHITE | $80 10 KOMBI BIKINI TOP | ANNEX | $95

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TOFINO RASH GUARD TROPICAL | $79.99

GISBORNE SPORT TOP GREEN | $59.99

BONDI BOTTOM TROPICAL | $59.99

Aurai Swimwear

AURAI SWIMWEAR is an eco & ethical swimwear brand created by italo-brazilian designer Natalia Bertolo. AURAI is based in Auckland, New Zealand, while the manufacturing of AURAI collections is carefully handmade at a small familyowned atelier in Natalia’s hometown in southern Brazil, where she locally sources most of the materials. AURAI uses ECONYL®, a revolutionary polyamide fibre made from 100% regenerated material such as nylon plastic scraps.

For the SS18/19 collection, AURAI is also introducing AMNI SOUL ECO®, made from a polyamide with an improved formulation that accelerates biodegradation in the anaerobic (oxygen-free) environment, common in most landfills. As the clothes break down quicker, the impact on landfills is reduced.

THE “ONE OF US” COLLABORATION One of Us is a special part of AURAI’s SS18/19 collection, made in collaboration 18

with Karin Horen, the twice breast cancer survivor, co-founder of Paddle For Hope and NZ Starboard ambassador. After unsuccessfully looking for a mastectomyfriendly swimwear that would suit her lifestyle, age and figure, Karin approached Natalia to design the bikini she couldn’t find, the bikini that would make her feel “One of Us”.

One of Us was then born, created for those women who want a fun, safe, easy-to-wear, eco-friendly and chic swimwear that does not define them as breast cancer survivors or patients.

Most AURAI SWIM SS18/19 pieces will be mastectomy-friendly, and part of the profit of some specific styles will be donated to Paddle for Hope, Karin's fundraiser which is focused in raising funds for cancer rehabilitation.

WWW.AURAISWIMWEAR.COM @AURAISWIMWEAR

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PANTONG ONE-PIECE BLACK | $99.99

GISBORNE SPORT TOP ORANGE | $59.99 MALIBU CROP | GREY | $69.99 MYTROS TOP | STRIPE B&W | $69.99

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MALIBU REVERSIBLE BOTTOM STRIPE B&W/GREY | $49.99

ANSE SOLEIL REVERSIBLE HOT PANT BLACK/TROPICAL | $49.99

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Sea Bones Photographer Ming Nomchong, and Salt Gypsy Founder, Danielle Clayton have collaborated on Sea Bones after observing the lack of space and support for local, independent designers creating cool products for women leading salty lives.

The vision of Sea Bones is to celebrate our costal lifestyle through showcasing independent labels such as Sunday Supply Co., The Saint Helena, Opia Arthur Apparel, Eurvin Swim, Will & Bear and many more.

They believe in the value of independent design, unique style and the importance of small businesses in our local economies.

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ATMOSEA STARDUST SPRINGSUIT | $240 WWW.SEABONESBYRONBAY.COM.AU 22

NEPTUNE CROP VEST $150

STARDUST SPRINGSUIT $240

LONG JANE $240

MERCURY HIGH WAISTED BRIEFS $105

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CHECK OUT THE NEW COLLECTION ONLINE AT WWW.SALTGYPSY.COM

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PHOTOGRAPHER | MING NOMCHONG

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Salt Gypsy BLACK DAISY TURTLE NECK | $109 BLACK DAISY DRIFTER BOTTOMS | $109 TOP | $45.95 BLACK DIASY BETTY BOTTOMS | $119 Salt Gypsy surfwear is made from recycled polymide & ECONYL® (regenerated nylon)

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Justice Denim Designed by TV Stylist Debora Schultz, each pair of jeans is handmade in Melbourne. Justice Denim make their jeans fairly and refuse to participate in the exploitation of garment workers in dangerous and brutal overseas factories.

Independently audited and accredited

by Ethical Clothing Australia; JD are passionate about ethical production and quality and try to leave the smallest production footprint possible.

As advocates for the slow fashion movement, Justice Denim place the longevity and quality of their denim pieces at the core of what they do.

Justice Demin has also partnered with Destiny Rescue, a not-for-profit organisation that rescues children from the horror of the sex trade in countries across Asia and India.

Every 26 seconds, a child somewhere in the world is forced into sexual slavery. Which, according to The International Labour Organisation, comes to an estimation of 1.2 million children per year.

Driven to end the cycle of the millions of children each year - Justice Denim pledges that each pair of Jeans sold funds one weeks schooling expenses for a rescued child. With Destiny Rescue the children are given immediate medical care and are made to feel safe again. Then they are given protective healing, long term education and brighter opportunities for their future.

WWW.JUSTICEDENIM.COM.AU @JUSTICEDENIM

FREEDOM MID-WAIST SKINNY LEG JEAN IN CLASSIC BLUE | $239

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FREEDOM MID-WAIST SKINNY LEG JEAN IN BLACK | $239

FREEDOM MIDWAIST SKINNY LEG JEAN IN VINTAGE BLUE | $239

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Velvety was founded by Lorena, with the simple wish to offer sustainable, vegan and ethical fashion for men and women all in one place. Velvety stocks a beautiful range of fashion, cosmetics, candles and accessories from brands based in Australia and the rest of the world.

These brands include Tasi Travels, Indecisive, By The Sea Collection, Armed Angels and Mighty Good Undies.

Every year, Velvety donate a percentage of their profits to a charity. This year they are donating 5% of their profits to Big Sky Sanctuary, an Animal Sanctuary in Victoria.

FOR 15% OFF VELVETY USE CODE BKCOCOV (NO EXP.) 1 TAMI ORGANIC SKIRT | FERN GULLY | $149 2 FRANKIE DRESS | BOTANICA AUSTRALIS | $169 3 ANNA BLOUSE | FERN GULLY | $89 4 VICKY DRESS NAVY | INDECISIVE | $129 5 SADIE JUMPSUIT | INDECISIVE | $139 6 LINEN ABIGAIL DRESS | INDECISIVE | $189 7 WILDER WRAP DRESS SAND | TASI TRAVELS | $169 8 NATIVE WRAP DRESS | TASI TRAVELS | $169 9 VAGABOND JUMPSUIT | TASI TRAVELS | $199 10 HEMP AND TENCEL VOYAGER SHIRT | $169

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Boody Boody is an eco clothing brand with comfort, style and health at its core.

Specialising in creating timeless basics using organically-grown bamboo, Boody is continually designing new and innovative essentials to meet the needs of their environmentally-aware and healthconscious customers who just can’t get enough of that irresistible Boody feel.

women, men and baby, shop everything from eco apparel, activewear, undies and adorable onesies for bub.

Instead of constantly trying to chase the latest trends, Boody focuses on producing stylish staples that will remain in your wardrobe a lifetime. With a range for

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PADDED SHAPER CROP BRA | $16.95 CLASSIC BRIEFS $12.95

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Thread Harvest Thread Harvest

1 JUMPER DRESS OXFORD | NONASTIES | $200 2 + 4 BOYFRIEND SHIRT BALI | NONASTIES | $71 3 CONVERGENT DRESS BLACK | RECREATE | $118 5 EMBROIDERED JACKET | JAMES CO | $155 6 DRAPE DRESS BEVERLY | NONASTIES | $122 7 VELVET MOTO JACKET | JAMES CO | $70

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Thread Harvest began in 2014 by two Impact Investors who saw a need within the emerging ethical fashion market for ethical consumers to be able to shop all their favourite brands in one convenient location. But there was a problem (aside from the fact this platform didn’t exist) they kept getting asked what they meant by ethical fashion. It became clear that there wasn’t just a need to house great ethical fashion brands but they needed to be able to clearly communicate what ethical fashion was and why it mattered.

So after much research and brainstorming, the Impact Badges were created and Thread Harvest was birthed.

THE IMPACT BADGES Living wage Empowering women Eco-friendly Fair trade Employing the marginalised Charity supporting “The most important step in the process is to put them through the ‘impact test’. This is when each brand has to demonstrate how their label meets at least 2 of our Impact Badges. On average, our brands tend to meet 4-5 Impact Badges (they’re that good!). Simply put, it’s a review we go through to find out what certifications do they have, what areas of positive impact are they trying to have, what is their story etc. This is how we can be sure that the products we stock are having the greatest positive impact possible.”

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The Ironic Minimalist Jenna. The slow fashion stylist, knows a thing or two about minimalism. Despite styling often entailing a rather large shopping bag, Jenna is leading the way in a new, minimalist way of styling including charity shops, clothes swaps and even using her own wardrobe. Jenna is also vegan and passionate about reducing plastic waste. You go girl!

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What inspired you to start your ethical lifestyle?

I first started my ethical lifestyle when I learnt about minimalism via The Minimalists. I watched the documentary around 3 times when I first discovered it!

From there on in, I slowly discovered Zero Waste, Ethical Fashion, Veganism and Low Impact Living in general. I started to apply these to my lifestyle as I discovered them.

But the first really big change I made was cutting down on my single-use plastics, culling my wardrobe and being more conscious about what I purchased and what needed to be in my life.

What are the toughest things about maintaining your ethical life?

I sometimes feel the pull to go back to my old ways (buying lots of clothing because 'I needed it' and filling my home with random things). The urge to consume and to have stuff is still there and it can be a challenge for me to think against those feelings and thoughts. But ultimately, I know that by changing the way I think and consume not only benefits me, it also makes a change on the planet. Also, the urge to buy everything I love in an opshop is real!

Tasmania so I rarely get to see them for Christmas due to always working in retail.

Hopefully, this year will be different and I can plan a little trip home.

Talk us through your usual Christmas day & holiday traditions…

I really don't have a Christmas or holiday tradition, other than seeing family! But I do like to watch ‘A Muppet Christmas Carol' movie every year. It brings back memories of spending time with my family and just gives me a joyful feel!

What is your New Years Resolution?

I really want 2019 to be the year of upskilling for me. I took a break from retail this year and tried to find another position that tied better to my values. But I found it difficult. So I plan to broaden my horizons and learn some new skills. I also need to concentrate on my saving skills. Those op shops can be very tempting...

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What is one of your favourite locations or things to do in Victoria & Melbourne?

I really am a huge homebody, so you won't really find me out and about much! But when I do head out; I love visiting the NGV with my friend, I always find it so calming and inspiring to look at all the artwork there. I occasionally love to head out for some form of food - someone has to try all those vegan options! I also have plans to check out more of regional Victoria, the surrounding countryside is absolutely beautiful and so grounding.

Tell us your favourite thing about Christmas…

For me, Christmas is a chance to catch up with family and relax. I'm not into the presents side of things, I prefer to just see loved ones and spend the day with them.

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Jenna’s Christmas list NGV MEMBERSHIP | FROM $105 “I love to experience the events at the National Gallery of Victoria, so a membership is at the top of my list. I can benefit from this gift all throughout the year with discounted entry to exhibitions and members-only events at the NGV. The gift of an experience over a physical item is a big win for me.” www.ngv.vic.gov.au/membership/join

VEGAN-FRIENDLY FACIAL DAHLIA BEAUTY | FROM $60 “My skin has been aching for some professional attention!

As I have been experimenting with various Zero Waste skin care techniques for the past year, my skin is taking a bit of a beating. And living near a busy road isn’t helping either!

Enter Dahlia Beauty who specialise in ethical, vegan and cruelty-free products for all their services. Among all their services, the Dahlia Signature Facial is the one I need. Now all I need to do is link this to my partner....” www.dahliabeauty.com.au

MELBOURNE VEGAN TOUR | FROM $89 “I am all about the experiences this year and what can be better than a food tour! Melbourne Vegan Tours take you to a whole lot of yummy food places, with a few shopping stops in between) abound Fitzroy and the CBD. Not only do you get to learn about all the veganfriendly places, you can also meet some new friends!” www.melbournevegantours.com

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PINATEX CLUTCH - COURAGE | AHIMSA COLLECTIVE | $149 “I admit it, I am a bit of a bag lady. I love to pour over bags and imagine how they work with different outfits. It may have become an addiction. But I love these bags by Ahimsa Collective; all vegan, all amazing.

These PETA approved bags are made using either Pinatex (a sustainable fibre made from a bi-product of the pineapple farming industry) or deadstock materials, a remnant of the fashion industry when

fabrics are over-ordered, the wrong colour or surplus. My wishlist item is the beautiful clutch crafted from durable Pinatex with an Ecoprene lining made from recycled plastic water bottles - neat! A perfectly sized clutch for all my low waste living items - yes this will fit my water bottle!” www.theahimsacollective.com

TAILORED TROUSERS ARNSDORF | $360 “Okay, as a stylist I had to include at least one clothing item on this wish list right?? Well, this is it. The Ardnsdorf Tailored Trousers - inspired by classic men’s tailoring, fitted around the waist and falling naturally through the leg. I can see these fitting perfectly within my wardrobe. Pair with a crisp white tee and slides for a casual look or a white shirt with boots and a cuffed hem for a neater feel. the fact that I have a jacket that would make these pants into a perfect suit is even better. These pants are made from a cotton, linen and lycra blend sateen that was originally deadstock material (fabric saved from landfill). They are also made right here in Melbourne.” www.arnsdorf.com.au 39

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Eco.Mono

ECO.MONO offers a curated collection of sustainable and monochrome clothing from brands leading the way in ethical women’s fashion, allowing it to be easier for customers to make a purchase that aligns with their personal values.

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having a wardrobe full of clothing that doesn’t hurt people or the planet?

ECO.MONO has a strict list of ten core values: Eviromentally friendly, empowerment, fair, handmade, locally made, minimal waste, sustainable, transparent production, upcycled and vegan. And they only stocks brands that align with at least three values enabling you to shop for clothing you love, from brands that love you back.

1 WAVE PRINT ELEMENT DRESS | KOWTOW | $269 2 BLACK COTTON BRALETTE | UNCLE MAY | $29.95 3 BLACK CAT JUMPSUIT | PINKY AND KAMAL | $139.95 4 TWO TONES BIKINI | OKAY PRETTY | TOP $79 BOTTOMS $69 5 LINEN STRIPE CULOTTE | THEO THE LABEL | $124.99 6 ISABEL WASHED BLACK JEANS | OUTLAND DENIM | $189 7 LINEN CROP TOP | THEO THE LABEL | $74.99 8 GREY LINEN CULOTTE | THEO THE LABEL | (ON SALE) $89

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Lois Hazel was launched in March 2015 and is committed to sustainable and ethical practices. Offering 100% transparency on sourcing and production for each element of their garments; with all craftsmanship completed either in house or by a network of local seamstresses.

Each collection incorporates dead stock, organic and traceable fabrics to ensure they are doing what they can to minimise waste as well as continue their commitment to a more sustainable industry. Considered design details offer multifunctional wardrobe pieces that feel luxurious and comfortable, taking the Lois Hazel women through seasons, climates and style pursuits.

1: STRIPE CONNECT DRESS | $250 2: SILVER KNOT SINGLE | $150 3: BRICK TIE TOP | $160 4: BEIGE WARP TOP | $220 5: CORAL CONNECT DRESS | $250 6: STRIPE TIE TOP | $140 7: BEIGE CONNECT DRESS | $250 8: CORAL TIE TOP | $140

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Collective Canvas is a footwear brand from New Zealand. They make sneakers from naturally grown and sustainably sourced materials.

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Collective Canvas was created from a desire to produce slow, simple and transparent products, obsessing over the small details and the impact of every choice.

ALL SHOES ARE AVAILABLE IN BOTH MENS AND WOMENS SIZES. 1: BAAN NATURAL | $119.90 2: BAAN NAVY | $119.90 3: BAAN WHITE | $119.90 4: BAAN BLACK | $119.90 5: SLIP-ON NAVY | $119.90 6: SLIP-ON NATURAL | $119.90

“Our intention is to provide a clear alternative to the status quo - products that celebrate the unique character imparted by the use of natural materials, and the collective hands involved at each stage of their creation.”

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Etiko is a fairtrade certified, family owned and operated apparel, footwear and sports ball business that has had the respect and promotion of human rights at its core for a decade.

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Indosole

Indosole provides a unique solution to the problem of pollution in Indonesia in the form of a product that was both fashionable and functional.

With re-purposed products, Indosdole offers the most organic, toxic free and environmentally sustainable production process.

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The Great Eco Challenge What inspired you to start your ethical lifestyle?

About a year ago I saw a video clip of this churning sea of plastic infested waves rolling into (the equally plastic-infested) shore (it's the second ever post on my Instagram page if you want to check it out), and for me that was the moment.

That was the moment that something in my brain clicked and I realised that I couldn't keep living the disposable lifestyle that I had; using something once, throwing it away, wheeling the rubbish bin out to the curbside once a week and promptly forgetting about it. So I started making some changes, just one at a time. I started with reusable shopping bags, and once I had that mastered, I looked for something else. I quickly discovered that not only was it easy, but I was also really enjoying myself 48

and saving money. Most of all though, the very small changes that I was making were adding up. We have now reduced our household waste by 300%! And we are still going! I am all about baby steps, progress not perfection, and not beating yourself up because you send more than a mason jar full of rubbish to landfill. I am passionate about the fact that big things can come from small beginnings.

What are the toughest things about maintaining your ethical life?

There are 4 of them. My husband and my 3 kids. It's one thing to make choices and changes for yourself, but another to influence those who live with you. My husband is amazing and super-supportive

52 Challenges in 52 weeks Follow Juliet along the Great Eco Challenge for easy tips to help you adopt and maintain a new, ethical lifestyle.

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of what I’m doing, but he just doesn't feel as passionately about waste-reduction as I do, and without even knowing it he does things and buys things that make me squirm and have to bite my lip! With my kids, it's that I don't want them to feel like weirdo's, or like they're missing out on things because their mum is a bit of a Harry-hard-out.

What is one of your favourite locations or things to do in New Zealand?

Climbing Mount Maunganui and looking out at my beautiful hometown. It is such a pristine spot to look out at the beautiful place we live in and remind myself what a wonderful world this is (and the endorphins from the steep hike up add to the buzz!)

Tell us your favourite thing about Christmas‌ The little traditions that mean nothing to anyone else but are special to my family and remind me of my childhood. Like the night before christmas each child plants a jellybean and then is always so excited on Christmas morning to see that it has grown into a candy cane.

Talk us through your usual Christmas day/ holiday tradition...

Presents first (we say it's for the kids but none of us have the self-control to wait!), we do Secret Santa as there are a lot of us and it makes so much sense to buy one quality present that a whole lot of junky ones.

Lunch is our main meal and my mum is an amazing cook so it is always incredible! The afternoons are generally slow...we are never far from the beach on Christmas day so that always features for a walk or a swim. The afternoon is usually pretty slow, weighed down by our lunch.

And then we get ready to do it all again on Boxing Day with the extended family!

What is your New Years Resolution?

Put the phone down! I need to curb my Instagram addiction, so am setting some limits...I want to make sure my kids know that my phone will never ever come before them!

Will the challenge continue into 2019?

Absolutely! The Great Eco Challenge is 52 challenges in 52 weeks, small changes with are fun and cost-effecive. It will go through til July 2019.. and after that exciting things are on the horizon...

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RAINWEAR RAINCOAT | OKEWA | FROM $425 “Made from recycled plastic bottles (I am an absolute sucker for repurposed plastic - we’ve made so much of the stuff, about time we start finding awesome ways to re-use it!)” okewarainwear.com

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WOODEN SOAP DISH | ALITTLEBITDAILY | $15 - $30 LBD run by two friends who are passionate about reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill. Raewyn is a keen zero waster and runs the @littlebitdaily instagram and Facebook page. She loves all things handmade, mended, retro and thrifted.

Kieron is the designer and maker of the LBD soap keepers. He enjoys restoring old

bicycles and upcycling furniture to reduce landfill waste.

All of the materials we use are either salvaged or sourced sustainably. We aim to make useful and lovely products with zero harm to our planet. littlebitdaily.com

“Something homemade, secondhand, or sentimental the best presents I’ve recieved have all been one of these”

AGEE WOODEN DISH RACK “I never get around to drying the dishes, so if they’re going to be sitting out on the bench, they may as well be sitting on something beautiful!”

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Velvety was founded by Lorena, with the simple wish to offer sustainable, vegan and ethical fashion for men and women all in one place. Velvety stocks a beatiful range of fashion, cosmetics, candles and accessories from brands based in Australia and the rest of the world.

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Beekeeper Parade Beekeeper is a social business hatched between a brother (Koky) and sister (Sophia) in 2012 while Sophia was in hospital fighting cervical cancer.

“Our mission is to create products that change the world, do no harm to the environment, nourish and support the people and animals that dwell on our planet, to seek solutions to our environmental crisis, to use business to inspire people to consume less, to do more and BEE MORE and to support BabyTree Projects in its fight for quality education for all children.”

Beekeeper uses textile waste to create beautiful, limited edition bags. For every purchase of a Beekeeper backpack, Beekeeper also sends a child in Cambodia to English class for a whole year. So far, Koky has opened a school, the Sophia Saly School, named after his sister, and funded thousands of children to study english. But the story is far from over.

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Home Girls

Home Girls connect women seeking refuge and asylum with local designers to create and sell jewellery to the Australian market.

“We believe in an Australia where no women seeking asylum or refuge feels alone.

These collaborations create communities, provide skills and education in designing and selling handmade goods to locals.

We want these women to recognise the value they can add to the local community and feel empowered in doing so.”

The income generated in the process gives these women financial agency and confidence to live their best lives.

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Song Bird Collection

Songbird is a colourful collection of ethically hand-crafted gifts & treasures inspired by Australia's beautiful birdlife.

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bird species and their native habitats, whilst creating sustainable and ethical job opportunities for Songbird's artisan makers.

COCKATIEL POUCH | $29.99 WHISTLE NECKLACE | $29.99 WHISTLE PAPERWEIGHT | $45 PEACE BIRDS | $14.99 EACH BOOBOOK OWL GIFT SET | $85

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Kinck Knack Collections Knick Knack Collections is a modern, ecofriendly, handmade stationery and gifts brand. We create enthusiastically vibrant and enjoyable designer products hand made in Melbourne, Australia.

Founded by Free Thinker designer’s Jessica Bouton and Dana Stockton in 2015. With their different skill sets and their artistic styles, they have created eco friendly stationery that inspires you

to express your personality. Knick Knack Collections stationery is printed locally in Melbourne on 100% recycled postconsumer waste paper and printed with vegetable based inks.

CARDS | $5 POCKET NOTEPADS | $5 A4 NOTEBOOKS | $12 RECYCLED NEWSPAPER PENCIL | $2.50 NOTEPADS | $10 BAMBOO PEN | $4

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OUTLIV is an ethical fashion accessories brand designed using recycled clothing and crafted by makers in New Zealand.

OUTLIV produced modern, lush, slouchy bags with a rock'n'roll twist. These bags are designed with the aim of maximum consumption of recycled fabrics; with low to zero waste. The core design of the bags is constant yet forever changing due to the nature of the design model using different fabrics each time with no two bags ever the same.

Distressed by the untreated waste and pollution filtered back into waterways the by-product of manufacturing new denim and leather fabrics in many traditional textile and clothing manufacturers, OUTLIV believes that fabric should not be so easily disregarded and disposed of an

use only recycled clothing to make their bags.

With every bag sold OUTLIV supports an environmental organisation with dedication to social responsibly, giving back to the environment and inspiring positive change in the fashion industry.

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Sea Salt Designs

by Sara The beautiful organic shapes and vintage patterns on the handcrafted ceramics of Sea Salt Designs by Sara; speak volumes of creator Sara Edwards’ love of working with clay. An opus in the making, Sara’s love of drawing, textures, vintage fabric and working with clay has all come together to create the unique pieces that are currently coming out of her kiln.

Sara takes inspiration from the environment around her Northern NSW studio to create a range of ceramic homewares that are both beautiful and functional.

12OZ NUDE AND SEA FOAM TRAVEL MUG | $45 FREE FORM CERULEAN BOWL | $110 MEDIUM PLANTER AND SAUCER | $49 WATEGOS MUG | $39 WHITE SAND BOWL | $38

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Sohpie Divett Sophie Divett is a Christchurch based jeweller, specialising in nature-inspired pieces and one-off bespoke jewels. Working mainly in sterling silver, gold, bronze and precious gems, her aesthetic draws on the delicately flawed beauty of natural forms, and repetitive textures and patterns found in nature.

WWW.SOPHIEDIVETTJEWELLERY.CO.NZ @SOPHIEDIVETTJEWELLERY

IVY LEAF HOOPS $150

MOUNTAIN RING $230

ROCKPOOL RING $185

SEED NECKLACE $260

TARATA LEAF BROOCH $230

VERTEX RING $155

VIRGA RING $155 VIRENS RING $220

VINEA RING $315

WIDE BARK RING $195

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Sassy Eco Totes Sassy Eco Totes make high quality, customizable bags from cork. Cork fabric is obtained from the bark of cork trees without having to cut them down. Cork is also waterproof and incredibly durable.

Each bag is handmade in Melbourne and the raw materials are bought locally which can be more expensive but supports local businesses.

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Other extras are also available so you can add exactly what you need such as inner or outside zipper pockets, a laptop pocket and extra straps. Sassy Eco Totes make customizable, sustainable style simple.

1: BLACK & NATURAL CASPIA BUCKET BAG | $190 2: CASPIA ALL CORK | $240 3: BLACK & NATURAL GLAM CLUTCH | $120

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Sophie M Designs creates unique artisanal jewellery that is of high quality and affordable. “Creating each piece by hand in our studio, we are able to deliver meticulous craftsmanship and the opportunity for customization within our line of designs, in this way we bring a conscientiousness and sense of meaning to each piece of jewellery we create.

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Paudha Healing Free from chemicals, Renee from Paudhã Healing creates natural skin products that people of all skin types can use. “In Hindi, Paudhã means plant. And plant healing is what we are all about. Our products contain a variety of plants, with medicinal benefits that have been recognized and used by our ancestors for generations.

Each product is lovingly made in the Blue Mountains using locally sources, Australia Certified Organic ingredients.

FOR 15% OFF PAUDHA HEALING USE CODE ETHICAL15 (EXP. END OF DECEMBER) 1: TRAVEL PACK | $30 2: EMPRESS GIFT PACK | $60 3: SMOOTH SHAVE GIFT PACK | $65 4: FACE & BODY CREAM | ORANGE & PATCHOULI | $35 5: FACE & BODY CREAM | ROSE & LAVENDER | $35 6:FACE & BODY CREAM | SANDALWOOD | $35

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Hannah Pad

Periods aren’t most zero-waste of bodily functions. Women spend hundred each year on pads and tampons and each of thoes is usually wrapped in a layer of single use plastic. There is a better way.

More and more women are turning to zero waste alternatives. Period cups, padded underwear, and of course, the hannahpad.

Hannahpad is a certified organic cotton re-usable pad that comes in various sizes and absortion levels to insure you stay protected. They are easy to clean and thin enough to go unnoticed in your clothes.

Plus there are heaps of beautiful designs to choose from. Which is your favourite?

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INDIVIDUAL PADS $10.95 - $38.50 STARTER SET | CONTAINS 8 VARIOUS SIZED PADS $149 MORE OPTIONS AVAILABLE ONLINE

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Feel Good Inc. have a range of sunscreen that packs all the protection, with none of the nasties. The whole range is preservative, oxybenzone, octinoxate, paba and parabens free. (The sunscreens contain beeswax but the paw paw nectar is vegan) Byron Bay Skincare is a 100% naturally derived skincare range designed to nourish your skin.

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Concordia Skincare

Concordia is a brand of ocean-inspired natural skincare featuring certified organic seaweed extracts of Wakame, Bladderwrack, Kelp, & Sea Salt.

The Concordia Handcrafted Skincare range is designed with a focus on natural, therapeutic ingredients that are formulated to be gentle yet effective on skin. Concordia meaning "harmony"

in Latin encompasses our mission to handcraft products that help to balance reactive skin.

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Kind-ly

Meet KIND-LY, friendly skin essentials that are vegan, cruelty-free and proudly Australian made. (Plus I have tried and loved all of them) Kind-ly only contains natural and organic ingredients. The 100% Natural Deodorant range and The Armpit Detox is free from aluminium, parabens, alcohol and other nasties.

WWW.KIND-LY.COM.AU @KIND_LY ALL NATURAL DEODORANTS ARE $18.95 EACH 100% NATURAL ARMPIT DETOX $24.95 DETOX & LAVENDER DEOPORANT PACK: $39.95 NATURAL DEODORANT 5 PACK: $89.95 DETOX & NATURAL DEOOORANT 5 PACK: $108.95

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Happy Skincare More and more of us are becoming aware of what we eat in terms of avoiding synthetic ingredients and this awareness should also apply to your skincare. The skin is the largest organ in your body and absorbs approximately 60% of the chemicals it touches. What you mightn’t realise is that the self-regulated Australian cosmetics industry doesn’t stop companies from putting potentially nasty ingredients into skincare products.

It’s up to you to either educate yourself about every ingredient you’re using (you come into contact with hundreds every day!), or find a skincare company you trust and let them do all that hard work.

Happy Skincare was born (naturally, I suppose) in 2010 to Aaron and Phoebe.

“Happy Skincare is a natural healthobsessed mix-a-holic’s dream! And it all started in our kitchen when Aaron mixed up a 100% natural stretch mark cream for Phoebe’s pregnant belly.”

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The pair love to mix and together have created a range of vegan, cruelty free, all natural and organic products. Simple & effective.

Who could ask for more.

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Lux Aestiva Lux Aestiva is a beautiful Australian brand that is changing the way consumers think about, and use beauty and hair care products in their daily lives.

Lux Aestiva creates 100% vegan, natural and highly effective artisan skin and hair care products from original formulations that are bursting with omega fatty acids, anti-oxidants, vitamins, proteins and minerals. Lux Aestiva’s botanical, hand made, small batch products are created using only the finest, ethically sourced raw ingredients which means there will never be any nasties in any Lux Aestiva products.

Beautifully designed from head to toe, with ingredients to match.

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GYPSY OIL | $26 - $42 Fast absorbing dry oil that boosts overall skin tone and texture, leaving it feeling smooth and revitalised.

WILDFLOWER OIL FOR THE BODY | $59 Contains precious oils which work in harmony to promote a youthful, radiant glow from head to toe. Nutrient dense, yet lightweight, Lux Aestiva’s Wildflower Oil for the Body promotes healing whilst nourishing the deepest layers of the skin.

GILDED BRAZILIAN AGATE COASTERS SET OF FOUR $90 | SIX $120 A luxurious addition to any table setting, available in a set of 4 or 6. Made from the naturally occurring stone Agate, Lux Aestiva’s Brazilian Agate Coasters will compliment a wide range of interiors, from wood, through to steel.

WILDFLOWER OIL FOR THE FACE | $89 A powerful combination of precious oils that work in harmony to promote a youthful, radiant glow. This brightening, nutrient dense, lightweight, artisan blend of oils will promote healing and nourish the deepest layers of your skin.

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When it comes to the beauty industry, it can be hard to know which products are truly cruelty free. As a vegan hair and makeup artist, this is something founder Stacey Abdilla knows all too well.

Over the years Stacey has done a whole lot of research into cruelty free makeup and spent many hours testing out every vegan makeup product she could get her hands on.

Here you’ll find a range of vegan beauty products from our favourite indie brands, because we’re all about supporting the up-andcomers.

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“As well as offering top quality cruelty free products, Little Vegan Makeup Shop also wants to address the negativity we see in the beauty industry. We’re so sick of the way we’re made to feel like we’re not good enough. Which is

why we knew our store had to be a 100% shame-free zone. We want to create a place where compassionate babes can feel comfortable expressing their personality with gorgeous products from the very best brands.”

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This Halloween they introduced a limited edition colour that was quick to go; so be on the watch for more limited editon magic.

Deadly Sins was created by make up artist Elise Elicious and her partner, Michael. You can see many of Elise’s creations using Deadly Sins on her personal instagram account, @eliseeliciousmakeup and amazing art by other MUA’s and fans on the @deadlysinscosmetics page.

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Subscription Boxes Subscription boxes are a fantastic way to discover new brands and these are a few of my favourites. Vegan friendly, cruelty free and ethical products can sometimes be hard to find but these boxes make discovering new things fun and easy. Whether you want to eat delicious vegan snacks, try out some gorgeous vegan make up or kit out your eco friendly home; these boxes have what you need and are always great value for money. Plus, there are normally one off box options if you do not want to subscribe.

Socially Concious Box Socially Conscious Club is a social enterprise that brings together inspiring products, movements and education that are making the world a better place‌ and puts them all in a box.

Each month you can recieve a curated box of socially conscious and ethically sourced products, plus the education behind what those products do.

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the beauty box, eco warrior, giving guy, end homelessness and mindfullness box.

Each box ranges from $60 to $120 and the subscription boxes are $60 each. While the contents of each box is different, every box includes a $1 loan to Kiva which is a non-profit organisation that gives loans to thoes in need to elleviate poverty.

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The Cruelty Free Shop The cruelty free shop releases a mystery box every month containing vegan sweet and savoury treats. Each box is $34.95 or slightly less if you order a subscription of 3 or 6 months. Ideal for thoes of you who want to sample new vegan food and discover some new favourites.

Flora & Fauna

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Flora and Fauna make seasonal vegan beauty boxes that are tailored to your skin’s seasonal needs plus some make up goodies and the occassional vegan snack. Well worth the money. Each box costs $34.95 or $139.99 for four boxes.

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The Vegan Box The Vegan box brings you two options: The monthly Vegan box, which contains 5-8 delicous snacks and samples of skincare for $26.95 or the bi-monthly Beauty box which costs $49.95 and contains over $70 worth of vegan and cruelty-free makeup and skincare products. You can also purchase one off boxes, sweet boxes, savoury boxes and gift boxes on their website.

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Kindle & Wick

Kindle & Wick aspire to create eco-friendly soy candles and cruelty free products that are made with top quality ingredients, yet still affordable for everyone.

Kindle and Wick is a small Melbourne business that has been creating natural products since 2015. Their candles are made with sustainable soy wax, which is then blended with silky coconut oil to create a smooth top and longer scent throw than ever before. They then combine premium fragrances, cotton wicks and high-quality glass jars to produce the candles you've come to love.

All products are 100% vegan and cruelty free.

Kindle & Wick also create melts, bath bombs, hand & body wash, and room sprays. These products are made with Australian ingredients and premium fragrance oils (some blended in house).

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The Eco Society

The Eco Society was created by Krystal and her husband, Simon, to share their journey. Krystal writes about sustainable ways of living, reviews products, trys DIY solutions and discusses ways to reduce our impact on the enviroment.

Most recently she has also started a Podcast with her friend Nic, and is collaborating with a group of New Zealand makers and retailers on an instagram page called @our_zero_waste_xmas to give you heaps of great, waste-free Christmas inspiration.

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What inspired you to start your ethical travel lifestyle?

Simon and I lived in London for a few years, where we did what most Kiwis and Aussies do and spent a lot of time travelling. After a few years, we headed back to New Zealand on a 6-month trip through Europe then Central and South America.

Through our travels, we saw first-hand the impact humans have on the planet and our environment. I think the most impactful memory was in Bolivia, where piles of rubbish were a common sight within the cities, small villages and in the countryside. It wasn’t that they didn’t care, it was more that as a country they weren't

set up to deal with all of the waste that modern consumerism produces and their daily struggles meant that consideration of their impact on the planet was far from front of mind. We were also horrified at the amount of waste left behind and created by travellers and the tourism industry, without any thought to the fact that some countries don’t have the infrastructure or knowledge to process and deal with the waste created.

There are so many wonderful places, so much beauty, culture and wildlife in the world and we would love our children and their children and all of the future generations to be able to experience these wonders for themselves, but if we don’t change our habits there won’t be much for them to see soon. For us, it was a nobrainer to change our habits.

Is it tough maintaining your ethical life whilst travelling?

The hardest thing is food shopping. We like to stay in Airbnb's in areas where locals live, because this allows us to cook our own food and have more control over our waste production. We will generally head to the local markets and try our hand at cooking local cuisine. It doesn’t always work out like this, you can often be left standing in a supermarket looking at copious amounts of plastic packaged food.

Depending on where you are, the language barrier can be tricky too. Even though we would try and learn the local language, asking for no straws and plastic bags can get lost in translation.

It can be hard travelling with groups too, as we tend to be a bit quieter when it comes to talking about and enforcing our values. It’s not that we go easier on ourselves, it’s more that we don’t want to be that annoying couple whose strict requirements stop everyone else from having fun – if there was a cool place to go and eat some local fare, but it comes with a bit of waste, then I’m more likely to go with the flow to ensure I don’t miss out on the experience or ruin it for others.

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What is one of your favourite things to do when you are home?

I am a coffee lover, so getting a good coffee from our favourite cafe Amano is a regular occurrence. They have a great breakfast menu and a great setting, and best of all, they use local produce.

Since living overseas, we have been trying to make an effort to explore more of NZ. This is typically in the form of a long weekend at one of the ever-increasing number of off-grid glamping sites nestled in the countryside, where we can absorb New Zealand's beauty.

Most of all we love meeting up with our friends to drink craft beer and eat some good food or trying something new in town. It’s always pretty casual, just hanging out.

Tell us about The Eco Society Zero Waste Christmas...

Christmas time can be a bit of a strain on a zero-waste lifestyle, especially when it comes to decorations and gift giving, and as we are typically away from home, this can make things more difficult as well.

Previous to starting our sustainable journey, I ‘sold Christmas’ to large retailers, so as you can imagine, I have a lot of Christmas Decorations. It’s important to use what you have, so that’s what I will do. Though I am hoping to get a potted

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Picea pungens 'Baby Blue' so I can have a real tree that I can keep all year round, but if I can’t find one, I have a fallen branch I collected from my friends garden which will make a beautiful tree.

Simon and I don’t do physical gifts for each other as we don’t really need anything.

Instead, we will typically opt for booking a trip, adventure or some kind of experience for the both of us, as memories tend to last a lot longer! Simons family also don’t do gifts, but we tend to get a nice bottle of wine for whomever we are spending Christmas with. I have been working the no gift giving angle with my family but haven’t managed to get there yet. We like to support small local businesses where we can, so we tend to get gifts which align with that or a homemade sugar scrub.

Sometimes we also give Charity gifts, like Oxfam unwrapped, I think it’s nice to give someone living in poverty a chance of a better life.

Tell us your favourite thing about Christmas…

Wine! Haha, no it is definitely spending time with our families. Our families are scattered around New Zealand and Australia, so we don’t see them often. It’s a change for us and allows us to switch off and enjoy time together.

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It depends whose family we are spending Christmas with, each family is a bit different.

day starting with Champagne in the sun, a healthy lunch and most likely an afternoon walk to the beach.

All my family are in Hawkes Bay and it tends to be a little crazy. My parents are separated and my brother has his wife’s family to spend time with too. So, there is a lot of moving around to ensure we see everyone. There is always lots of food, drinking and laughs. Christmas at home is never complete without Mum’s Cheese Ball though.

What is your New Years Resolution(s)?

We don’t really do New Year's resolutions (as I never keep them lol), but for me I plan to keep growing and developing The Eco Society. We have put so much into it and would love for it to be a success and a place to help and inspire others. We have so many plans with what we want it to be!

We are also hoping to buy our first home, but that can be easier said than done in Auckland!

Simon’s family is less busy, as we are either with his mum in Australia or his Dad in the South Island. This year we are at Simon’s Dads place and his siblings are coming over from Australia. It will be a very chilled

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My Converse sneakers have been on their last legs for some time now, I wear them everywhere unless it is raining because I get wet feet through the hole in the sole. I like to look after my shoes and resole them so that they last as long as possible. My shoe repair man said he can’t fix these, so I want to replace them with an ethical and sustainable pair of shoes from Veja. Not 100% sure on what style yet. www.veja-store.com

WINE RED | JOCO | $28-30

I love coffee. My typical morning routine is walking with Simon to work and picking up a takeaway coffee on the way. Currently I have a black version of the Joco cup, but I am in love this this new Wine Red colour available on our website. I definitely don’t need one but should anything happen to my current one, I am getting this. www.theecosociety.co.nz

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This is a bit of an eco-geek gift, but I would LOVE a wooden clothes rack. I take beeswax wraps workshops and have used my personal drying rack a few times and it is starting to fall apart. They are beautiful and take up less floor space which is ideal for apartment living. Black Sand are a family run business who use traditional methods, all handmade in NZ using local sustainable materials. www.blacksandfurniture.co.nz

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These are my favourite items from our store. Simon and I prefer liquids over soap bars so these are plastic-free bathroom essential. They make a great gift set and are an easy way to encourage those to join the refill revolution, especially if they are not sold on Shampoo bars yet. www.theecosociety.co.nz

Simon’s list ARBUCKLE BACKPACK DUFFLE & CO | $125

Canvas Backpack with Leather trim, Duffle & Co. We love their values and how they make good looking products that are also good for the environment. This bag supports local communities and helps plant trees. This is the perfect bag for work and also when we travel. www.duffleandco.com

SOCKS THAT GIVE WATER CONSCIOUS STEP | $22

Work socks have been one of the hardest things for Simon to find. He likes fun socks but wants them to be good quality, ethical and with as little synthetic fibres as possible. These socks are made from organic cotton, are Fairtrade and GOTS Certified, and Conscious Step have partnered with water.org to help provide safe water for those living in poverty. www.threadharvest.com.au

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We love food so trying out restaurants is our favourite experience gift to ourselves.

This is one that has been on our list for a while. Not only does the food look great but they have made an effort to be sustainable by using local in-season produce. They even go so far as to grow their own fresh vegetables in their home garden and they compost kitchen scraps and paper. Win-Win! www.sidart.co.nz

A WEEKEND AWAY | RIVER BOTHY NORTHLANDING | FROM $185

This is our favourite off grid eco getaway.

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2. BAMBOO CUTLERY SET RECHUSABLE | $14 To avoid those pesky plastic utensils on a Plane or when you are out and about.

3. STAINLESS-STEEL REUSABLE DRINK BOTTLE | MEALS IN STEEL | $25 Buying bottled water in a plastic bottle might seem convenient, but it’s not convenient for the planet, that’s why we always travel with our stainless-steel drink bottles.

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5. CALIWOOD STRAWS | 4 PACK $24 Plastic straws suck, but these reusable stainless-steel straws are awesome!

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7. BULK BAGS | 3 PACK $20 Great for veggies, bulk foods or pastries.

They are lightweight and normally always in my bag when travelling.

8. ETHIQUE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER BARS | $22 - $25 Liquids can be a pain when travelling, so we’ve started using these shampoo and conditioner bars, which actually work and are far less hassle!

9. ETHIQUE LAUNDRY SOAP BAR | $9 Same goes when it comes to washing your clothes while travelling. These laundry soap bars are great for handwashing your clothes and spot cleaning.

10. BAMBOO TOOTHBRUSH TRAVEL CASE | THE ECO BRUSH | $15 Protects your toothbrush while travelling, and much kinder on the environment at the end of its life.

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GIVING | A portion of our profits goes towards supporting projects that protect the world’s oceans and marine life. Every year 8 million metric tons of plastic ends up in our oceans and kills marine life.

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Each candle features a wooden wick and is set in a glass pot. This years Christmas collection includes Christmas berries, Christmas pudding and Christmas spice.

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Reading List GIVE A SH*T |

BY ASHLEE PIPER Give a Sh*t guides you through your journey to a kinder, healthier, more conscious and sustainable life. With a humorous and nonjudgmental tone; savvy eco-friendly lifestyle expert, Ashlee Piper, walks you through easy-but-impactful shifts anyone can make to live better every day.

WARDROBE CRISIS | RISE & RESIST

BY CLARE PRESS Clare Press, Vogue Australia’s Sustainability Editor-at-large, takes on the fashion industry in her book Wardrobe Crisis. Examining the good, the bad and how on earth we got here. Her next book, Rise and Resist, speaks to change makers and may just turn you into an activist.

A terrificly good story-teller. You won’t be able to put these down.

FRANKIE | DUMBO FEATHER | PEPPERMINT Magazines like these make my heart happy. Unlike the glossy publications you see in the supermarket that want you to buy buy buy in order to be happy, these magazines have a way of feeding your soul and making you think about things in new ways. Your morning commute can be transformed into a half hour of discovery and inspiration. These are my favourites.

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Listen Up! DUMBO FEATHER PODCAST Each month Dumbo Feather produces a podcast feauturing a guest from their most recent magazine; offering insite into their world and never failing to leave me feeling motivated.

WARDROBE CRISIS PODCAST A podcast that launched my love of podcasts. Clare Press, author or Wardrobe Crisis, talks fashion and ethics with her various and always inspirational guests.

CONCIOUS CHATTER A sustainable fashion podcast from Kestral Jenkins that starts conversations about the garment industry and how we can be a bigger part of positive change.

ECO ME + ECO YOU New to podcasting, Eco Me & Eco You involves Krystal from The Eco Society and designer Nic as they discuss trying to live more sustainably. Soothing and funny, I recommend episode 4 on Christmas.

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Oh, Christmas Tree A traditional Christmas tree may smell amazing, but we need all the trees we can get to stay planted in the earth!

Plus, who wants to stab their own feet with needles every day? If you already have a plastic tree, my best advice is to keep on using it. Don’t let it go to waste! But if you are without a tree this year and need to feel some festive cheer (hey that rhymes) these alternative Christmas trees are sure to impress.

This first idea is a simple branch in a vase, decorated with stars. Simple but beautiful. Ideal for a small home.

A marcramé tree is perfect for when you are short on space and don’t want to create any mess. Plus, if you don’t give gifts at Christmas it won’t make the space under the tree look bare. You can instead hang cards and notes for loved ones to open on Christmas day. This design makes my hippy-heart happy! if you don’t know how to make one hop on to Etsy and find the perfect design and size waiting for you.

Any beach lovers dream is a drift wood tree. I know it’s on my list and looks beautiful at any size. Make your own pom pom decorations, hang fairy lights and even hang a star. This is a very good option for those of you that already have a collection of decorations who want to put them to good use. This is a truely beautiful way to appreciate and make use of pieces of wood that may have already had one life that now get to spread some festive joy in your home for years to come. If storage is an issue then you may be able to hide it in your garden until next year or perhaps go for a smaller size which is equally beautiful.

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Tasi Travels ships all items plastic free and makes each piece to order so they can avoid waste.

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Thread harvest stocks labels for men, woman and kids that allow you to shop your morals. With a wide range of brands to explore, it is a great website to find differnt styles that all meet your morals.

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Boody Boody is an eco clothing brand with comfort, style and health at its core.

Specialising in creating timeless basics using organically-grown bamboo, Boody is continually designing new and innovative essentials to meet the needs of their environmentally-aware and healthconscious customers who just can’t get enough of that irresistible Boody feel.

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Oliberté is a sustainable brand supporting workers’ rights in sub-Saharan Africa.

The company believes in empowerment, transparency, and doing right by all. This means making premium quality products with a lifetime warranty, and it means treating every employee, everywhere in the world, with respect.

Collective Canvas is a footwear brand from New Zealand. They make sneakers from naturally grown and sustainably sourced materials.

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The Plant-based babe!

Vegan, personal trainer, nutrition expert, model and mum-to-be; Amanda Rose certainly has her hands full! She guides others on their journey to a healthier and stronger, plant-based life. Her website and books full of tips plus she spreads the love and wisdom on her Plant Based Babes facebook page.

What inspired you to start your lifestyle?

I went vegetarian when I started working and could buy my own food. I had wanted to go vego from the time I was 12, but in the mid/late 90’s we didn’t have the resources available like what we do now when it comes to recipes, support, meal planning etc. and my parents believed I needed meat, eggs and dairy to stay healthy.

Once I was able to buy my own food though I went vegetarian and I did it very badly. I didn’t know what to make and I was young so I would rely on a lot of chips, cheese, chocolate and some veggies.

I thought vegetarian was a great ethical stance to take. It wasn’t until I had my eyes opened to the horrors of the dairy industry, where male calves are sold for veal, spent cows are still sent for meat and cows are routinely inseminated one birth after another so they continue to produce milk. Along with the horrors of the egg industry and the lies surrounding “free 112

range” that I decided I couldn’t be part of that any more.

My health was also suffering from my poor diet and lack of exercise. I had developed an auto immune condition. So it was a perfect storm, waiting for me to take action and make a change.

I had one false start before I finally transitioned (I got migraines around the same time I went vegan the first time which I mistakenly attributed to going vegan - I later found out that I actually have scoliosis and compressed disks) and as soon as I discovered that I went straight back to vegan on the 1st of January. Nine years ago this New Years day!

How did Plant Based Babes begin…

I started out sharing a lot of my journey on my blog/website in 2012 and this transformed into my husband Matt and I doing our qualifications and starting work in the health and fitness industry in 2013.

We then went on to build a successful online health coaching business as well as a gym.

However, in 2016 our priorities started to change and we were both running ourselves into the ground. We were living to work and we had too many things going on (we were also trying to renovate our house). In early 2017, we decided to call time on our gym and take some time out travelling. We spent 2 months in Mexico, Cuba and the USA, and then a few months in the UK, where my husband worked as a live in Personal Trainer.

We also decided to take on seperate ventures when it came to business.

In early 2018, I decided to launch Plant Based Babes and focus on helping females transition to, or adopt a healthy vegan diet.

It was an evolution from my previous work with our previous business.

Tell us more about Herbidoor?

Herbidoor is my husband’s business, I help him out with different things when needed. In the beginning it really exploded after Channel 7 did a story on Herbi (as we affectionately call it) and so I helped him cook as it was just him cooking in the early days. I now help out with the social media and also am doing the delivery driving at the moment as he had an accident and has been unable to drive as he has a fractured toe and ankle.

Herbi started brewing when we were in the UK and Matt was a live in Personal Trainer.

He also prepared meals for the guy. Matt has always been experimental in the kitchen and a really good cook, but this gave him an opportunity to hone his skills.

When he returned from the UK we were both trying to get our separate online health coaching businesses up and running and so he put an offer out in the local ‘buy swap and sell’ groups to cook meals for 113

people (as we had access to a commercial kitchen). The response was good and orders steadily increased week by week, until that overtook his health coaching and he decided to just focus on Herbi.

What are the toughest things about maintaining your lifestyle?

I don’t find anything about being vegan hard. Only knowing and seeing the suffering that goes on and sometimes feeling like I’m not doing enough to create change.

When it comes to living a healthy lifestyle; having a routine and being prepared is paramount to your success. So getting into a routine and staying with it, even when life throws you curveballs, can be hard. You just have to be flexible and do your best sometimes.

What is one of your favourite locations or things to do near you?

I’m half way between the Gold Coast and Byron Bay, so going down to Byron to go to the beach or for a bush walk or some yummy vegan food is always a nice treat.

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Tell us your favourite thing about Christmas…

I love that it’s summer and we can go to the beach, go swimming, eat mangoes, get a tan and generally everyone is in a really good mood once the Christmas holidays hit. I love catching up with friends and family.

Talk us through your usual Christmas day/ holiday tradition…

I don’t really have one... We try catch up with my family and my husband’s family for one of the main meals. I am sure we will start more traditions next year when our baby arrives!

What is your New Years Resolution?

I always have the resolution to have an awesome year... I don’t often do specific resolutions, the last one I did though was to go vegan and it changed my life. Maybe I should do more!

Amanda’s Christmas list BREAST PUMP | HAAKAA | $34.90 NZD I have heard so many good things about this, and it is really affordable. www.haakaa.co.nz

CLOTH DIAPERS | BARE & BOHO | $34.95 After watching A Plastic Ocean I realised that I need to watch our plastic use, I thought I was doing enough but now I know there is more I can do. That’s why I am choosing to cloth diapers over disposables.

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To help prevent stretch marks and keep my skin soft in this last phase of pregnancy. My skin has been so dry my entire pregnancy, so I have been looking forward to trying this product. Also, you can use it on your hair and I get notoriously dry hair (which has been worse during pregnancy). www.rawkanvas.com

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I am going to use this as my hospital bag, my nappy bag and also when I travel! It is ethically sourced and is a great alternative to leather. veganleatherco.com

PURE BUNDLE CLOTHING SET PURE BUNDLE | FROM $69

Pure Bundle focus on sustainable, ethical and up cycled baby fashion. They will curate a wardrobe for your bub based on your requirements. www.purebundle.com

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Happily Made Happily Made is a small community project in Cambodia that teaches marginalised mothers and grandmothers how to knit and crochet so they can make a flexible income from home.Happily Made also pay for their children to go to school so that they can have more options when they grow up.

They sell super cute and unique handmade items that are popular with young and old.

CHRISTMAS MONKEY | $15 COLOURED MONKEYS | $12 WWW.HAPPILYMADE.COM.AU @HAPPILY__MADE

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Bee Healthy Stories Bee healthy stories provides stories and resources to help educators and parents teach their children about healthy bodies, healthy minds and a healthy planet.

HOW IT BEGUN “My school was holding a healthy schools week and I was teaching preppies at the time and was looking for some engaging literature to help begin the conversation about health. Unfortunately, I could not find any interesting, fun literature for kids, so I decided to make up an interactive story about going on a running adventure for fun. This was a big hit with my class so I decided to write the story down and from then on my ideas to write stories based on health and wellbeing snowballed.

As a teacher, I am very aware of the health issues related to our children and our planet. I feel there is a big gap in education about these topics and am working hard with other organisations to help bring this to the forefront. Our aim at BeeHealthyStories is to equip young children with the knowledge and skills to lead healthy, happy lives.

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If you prefer to have a hard copy, you can access our shop and order a copy of our books and get it delivered to your door.”

THAT’S NOT RUBBISH!

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Vegan Puggo Shannon and her pug, Milo, can tell you a thing or two about indulging in Vegan treats. They are frequent visitors of some of Melbourne’s most popular Vegan cafes and restaurants so it’s fair to say they know their stuff.

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If you want to know the finest, healthiest, rawest, greenest joints in Melbourne, then turn away now because this is NOT what Shannon and Milo are about. It’s Christmas people, and if there’s ever a time to indulge... its now.

What inspired you to start your ethical/ vegan lifestyle?

I started my vegan journey as to help my mental state and to recover from bulimia.

What are the toughest things about maintaining your ethical life?

The only difficulties I have struggled with is being criticised about being vegan.

And that’s the hardest, and only thing I’ve found hard, about being vegan. But each to their own.

Tell us your favourite thing about Christmas…

My absolute favourite thing about Christmas is dressing up my doggo Milo whilst jamming to Christmas tunes and making the best vegan eggnog!!!

Fun fact about Milo: Milo absolutely loves Christmas and any opportunity to dress up and to be in the spotlight. He’s happiest when he is around people and he will absolutely drink all your eggnog if you’re not watching.

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Vegan Puggo’s

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to Melbourne

SMITH AND DELI From an abundance of sandwiches to an endless supply of desserts. with ever changing menu items and an array of goods to purchase, it’s definitely the one stop shop! With Christmas coming up they will be making lots of exciting Christmas themed foods and drinks!! You can preorder mince tarts to Christmas puddings to croissant on their website!!

Favourite order: the foghorn legless sarnie with a peanut brittle frappe!

WWW.SMITHANDDAUGHTERS @SMITHANDDAUGHTERS

SMITH AND DAUGHTERS The other sibling of smith & deli.

With an ever changing menu full of delicious vegan meals to the best deserts!! Plus they have dedicated drinks menu which change for special occasions!

Favourite order: breakfast pizza!

WWW.SMITHANDDAUGHTERS.COM @SMITHANDDELI

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THE CRUELTY FREE SHOP The Cruelty Free Shop is filled to the brim with everything you could possibly want and than some more. With Christmas coming up they’re jammed packed with instore Christmas dessert good and everything you need for you vegan Christmas dinners!

Favourite order: mystery boxes!

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POWER PLANT CAFE One of the best loved cafes in Melbourne and they have the absolute best French toast and dog friendly seating!! But most importantly sell the best vegan cupcakes and will have the best Christmas desserts on offer!

Favourite order: the French toast!

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RED SPARROW PIZZA The best vegan pizza in Melbourne! From all the traditional pizzas to the more experimental to dessert Pizzas!! They are sure to have very exciting upcoming pizzas/desserts for Christmas!

Favourite order: Any of their special board pizzas!

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Metida Chocolates

Medita Chocolates is a boutique chocolatier based in the Dandenong Ranges, south-east of Melbourne.

All chocolates are handcrafted using the finest plant-based ingredients. Their ethos is creating delectable chocolates that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Founder Catherine Hill loves sourcing produce from local businesses and creating chocolates with pure plantbased ingredients. Universal appeal is very important to her therefore all of the ganache-filled chocolates are vegan, gluten free, soy free, refined sugar free and are completely delicious.

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GANACHE FILLED BARS | $11.50 GANACHE POTS | FROM $12 CHOCOLATE BOX SELECTION | FROM $12 FILLINGS INCLUDE RASPBERRY, MACADAMIA BUTTER, HAZELNUT PRALINE, SALTED CARAMEL, VANILLA AND ORANGE.

Treat Dreams Treat Dreams is, as far as I am concerned, a holy grail of vegan chocolate. Not too dark, not too sweet, and beautifully decorated. Founder Lis is lactose intollerant and wanted to create treats that everyone could enjoy. During their taste testing process, everything is first trialled on ‘non-vegans’ to see if they can taste the difference. Treat Dreams famously created a vegan alternative to the cherished cream egg, known unsurprisingly as the ‘dream egg’. Watch out for their festive treats, coming to a shop near you!

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Hello Friend Foods Get ready to say hello to the best vegan cheese you have ever tasted!

Hello Friend Foods makes delicious dairy free cheeses, including Haloumi, mozzarella and brie in a puff pastry.

Hello Friend Foods products are currently for sale all over Melbourne, in shops and restaurants, and are always creating new cheeses.

Try it for yourself and get ready to say with delight and disbelief, ‘I can’t believe it’s vegan!’

HALOUMI | 200G | $15 BRIE IN PUFF PASTRY | 300G | $16 MOZZARELLA | 200G | $14

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Smoothie Bombs

Nutritionist and mother Cinzia Cozzolino came up with Smoothie Bombs while trying to make sure her fussy daughter started the day with a boost. "She wouldn’t have a meal in the morning but she would happily drink something. To give her smoothies with some sustenance I started to combine the nuts and seeds and superfood ingredients that we had in our cupboard into pre-portioned boosters."

She turned her recipes into products and now sells six different flavours internationally. Mother and fussy daughter Lana run Smoothie Bombs together and the wonderfully nutritious and vegan smoothie bombs continue to take the world by storm. On the Smoothie Bomb

instagram page you can find plenty of inspiration on how to use yours in drinks and meals, and if that isn't enough there are ebooks available for free on the Smoothie Bomb website with hundreds of recipes for smoothies and healthy treats.

FLAVOURS THE LOVERS | SUPERBERRIES THE HEALER | VANILLA HEMP THE TRANSFORMER | SUPER GREENS THE DEFENDER | GOLDEN CHAI THE WARRIOR | PEANUT BUTTER THE MOTIVATIOR | RAW CACAO SMOOTHIE BOMBS | PACK OF 5 BOMBS | $12.95 SMOOTHIE BOMBS STARTER PACK | 5 PACKS OF 5 | $5 THE MULTITASKER | MIXED PACK OR 5 | $12.94

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Herbidoor

Herbidoor is a meal service that delivers fresh, nutritionally balanced, vegan meals direct to your door. There are a wide selection of sweet and savoury meals available each week that is forever expanding. They are currently able to deliver to Northern New South Wales and South East Queensland, but are soon to be expanding so look out on their website as Herbidoor may be coming to you soon!

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Smith & Deli

When one of Melbourne’s favourite vegan delis brings out a recipe book of all their favourites you know it’s a big deal. The book contains recipes for all your favourite sweet and savoury dishes (I am eyeing up the carbonara already).

Smith & Deli have shared a few of their more Christmassy recipes with us so you can try it out for yourself.

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Scalloped Potatoes Serves 4–6 Is there anyone out there who grew up without scalloped potatoes? Or even a version of them? Both Shannon and I have really fond/funny memories of our families’ scalloped potatoes. Shannon loves her mum’s version, but she used to layer the potatoes with tomatoes and that grossed Shannon out. My mom used to make hers from a box with those dehydrated potatoes – and, holy moly, that synthetic sauce and rehydrated potato was next level, and she used to put those French-fried potato strings on top. Potato inception. See: scalloped potato food memories. Now it’s time to make your own. And, of course, this one is ridiculous. Honestly, it will barely make it to your plate. We’re talking eating it straight from the dish realness here.

INGREDIENTS 250 g (9 oz/1 cup) butter, plus extra to dot on each layer 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 tablespoon chopped thyme leaves 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary leaves 150 g (5 1/2 oz/1 cup) plain (all-purpose) flour 625 ml (21 fl oz/2 1/2 cups) vegetable or chicken stock 250 ml (8 1/2 fl oz/1 cup) unsweetened soy milk approx. 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast approx. 1 kg (2 lb 3 oz) red-skinned potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (how much depends on the size of your dish) 1 large or 2 small brown onions, halved and thinly sliced S&P sweet paprika, for sprinkling parmesan, to garnish (optional)

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METHOD Melt the butter in a saucepan over a medium heat and fry the garlic and herbs for 1 minute. Add the flour and cook out for about 2 minutes, but make sure not to colour the roux!

Slowly add the stock, then the soy milk, and whisk until very smooth. Add the nutritional yeast and season with salt and pepper, then cook over a low heat for about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

To build, layer the potatoes and onions with a few dots of butter, some salt and pepper, and the sauce.

Repeat until it reaches the top of the heatproof dish, then finish with a sprinkle of sweet paprika and as much parmesan as you like, if using. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

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Chocolate, Mandarin & Cherry Self-Saucing Pudding Makes 1 large or 4 small puddings There’s something you should know about Shannon: she hates the commonly beloved combo of chocolate and orange. However, she loves mandarins and even created this recipe, which mixes them with chocolate. Now, it may seem like there’s no big difference between mandarins and oranges, but there 100% is. So, if you too are a hater of chocolate and orange, don’t skip past this recipe. If you’re not like Shannon and love the choc-orange thing, feel free to just use oranges instead. Serve the puddings hot. You can also put them in the fridge, microwave them the next day and they’ll still be super yum. In fact, even if you eat them cold, they have a fudgy brownie texture, which is delicious.

INGREDIENTS 300 g (10 1/2oz/ 2 cups) plain (all-purpose) flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 50 g (1 3/4oz) cocoa powder 225 g (8 oz) light brown sugar generous pinch of salt 4 teaspoons No Egg combined with 80 ml (2 1/2 fl oz/ 1/3 cup) water 200 ml (7 fl oz) unsweetened soy milk 160 g (5 1/2oz) butter, melted, plus extra for greasing zest and juice of 2 large mandarins 300 g (10 1/2 oz) chocolate chips, melted 200 g (7 oz/1 cup) jarred or fresh pitted sour cherries, drained 50 ml (1 3/4 fl oz) Cointreau 500 ml (17 fl oz/2 cups) boiling water whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, to serve

In another bowl, whisk the No Egg mixture, milk, melted butter and mandarin zest and juice. Add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture and stir until combined.

METHOD Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Bake for approximately 15 minutes for smaller puddings or approximately 30 minutes for one large pudding. It’s ready when it bounces back when pushed with a fingertip. Serve hot, topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Mix together the flour, baking powder, half the cocoa, half the brown sugar and the salt in a mixing bowl.

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Fold in the melted chocolate and cherries.

Either divide the mixture between four individual greased ramekins or pour it all into a round 25 cm (10 in) baking dish. Make sure to only fill the dishes three-quarters of the way so there is still room to pour the liquid over the top.

In a jug, whisk together the Cointreau, remaining cocoa, remaining brown sugar and the water. Stir until the cocoa and sugar have dissolved, then gently pour the liquid evenly over the puddings.

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Eggnog Makes 1 litre (34 fl oz/4 cups) When the festive season hits, we have to indulge our customers in their favourite, notreadily- available holiday treats. One of those is giant milk bottles filled with our housemade eggnog. It flies off the shelves of the Deli. It’s thick, spiced and most Aussies have no idea what the real deal is even meant to taste like. But let me tell you, it’s like Christmas in a glass.

INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons custard powder 75 g (2 3/4 oz) caster (superfine) sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon mixed spice 60 ml (2 fl oz/ 1/4 cup) rum 1 litre (34 fl oz/4 cups) unsweetened soy milk (if you use sweetened or vanilla, you may have to reduce the sugar. Using unsweetened milk allows you to control the sweetness.)

1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 teaspoon salt METHOD Combine the custard powder, sugar, spices and rum in a saucepan. Pour in 125 ml (4 fl oz/ 1/2 cup) soy milk and whisk to create a smooth paste. Slowly add the remaining soy milk and the vanilla and salt, whisking

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Set the saucepan over a medium–low heat and whisk constantly until the custard thickens.

Pour into a jug and allow to come to room temperature before refrigerating. It will keep for about 1 week in the fridge.

Note: More often than not, custard powder is vegan. Just have a look at the label. And we haven’t tried it ’cause we can’t get it in Australia, but our American friends should try this recipe using pudding mix.

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Christmas crafts SOMETHING FOR THE KIDS Turn your old pegs into cute snowmen that can be purely for decoration or why not use them to hold up this years Christmas cards. | www.diys.com

DIY POM POMS As my own mother found out, once you learn how to make pom poms, it’s easy to become addicted.

You will want to pom pom EVERYTHING. But who cares because they look so fabulous! www.designsbymissmandee.com

TWINE SCRUBBING SPONGE Follow this simple tutorial to create a nice scrubbing sponge for yourself, or as a gift. Plus you can easily ammend the instructions for knitted soap covers. www.cashmereandplaid.com

LAVENDER & VANILLA SUGAR SCRUB A gift sure to make your loved ones happy, and fun for you to make. Combine your favourite scents and follow the guide from the Eco Society to make your own and re-use some old jars. | www.theecosociety.co.nz 144

That’s a wrap!

OLD NEWSPAPER There’s something beautiful about newspaper, and thifty too! You cann probably find newspapers lieing around and therefore may not even have to spend any cash! deorante with some twine and your loved ones will think you have gone above and beyond (when actually youre just being thirfty. wwwcountrybymail.com

PRINT YOUR OWN PATTERN My plan this year is to make use of all the brown packaging paper I have recieved throuh the post, and make my own stamps for decoration.

You can also buy stamps or make them from sponges and potatos. | www.postris.com

FUROSHIKI WRAPPING Wrapping materials you can use time and time again, these are sure to be cherished. You can buy lots of beautiful designs or make your own stamps. I love that this is a gift in itself, that can keep being passed on may even make its way back to you. | www.apartmenttherapy.com

DECORATE A BAG For thoes who find the whole wrapping thing a bit tricky, this is a fun alternative. Stockpile the bags you use at a supermarket, or a bulk food shop and fill them with your Christmas gifts. You can also use a gift label to tie it together. A great way to wrap thoes awkward shapes too!

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Discounts Leo The Label: ETHICALXMAS - 10% off all orders in December Indigo Luna: BEKIND10 - 10% off all orders in December Elle Evans: COCOSWIM10 - 10% off all orders in December Aurai Swimwear: 20BEKIND - 20% off all orders in December Velvety: BKCOCOV - No expiry Boody: BEKIND20 - 20% off all orders in December Lois Hazel: COCO20 - 20% off until December 24th Collective Canvas: XMAS10 - 10% off all orders in December Outliv: COCOSCHRISTMAS - 15% off until 16th December Sassy Eco Totes: COCO - 20% off all orders in December

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Paudha Healing: ETHICAL15 - 15% off all orders in December Concordia: BEKINDCOCO10 - 10% off all orders in December Kind-ly: BEKINDXMAS - 20% off until 24th December Deadly Sins: XMAS10 - 10% off all orders in December Biome: BEKIND15 - 15% off all orders in December Kindle & Wick: BEKIND15 - 15% off until 14th December TheOtherStraw: BEKINDCOCO10 - 10% off all orders in December A Mindful Bub: BEKIND - 15% off all orders in December

A huge thank you to all of the brands who have provided discount codes for The Ethical Guide To Christmas.

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