In today’s society, more and more people are converting to a vegan diet not only for the amazing health benefits, but also due to their concern for the environment and, most importantly, the wellbeing of animals.
Today, people are also making more conscious decisions to convert their wardrobe to a cruelty-free zone. It’s time to start thinking about where our daily-use items come from.
Billions of animals pay the price every year for us to wear animal products - this puts a significant amount of stress, pain and suffering on these innocent creatures, only for us to wear as ‘fashion’.
Aside from that, PETA (People for Ethical Treatment of Animals) reports that “the production of wool, fur, and leather contributes to climate change, land devastation, pollution, and water contamination”. There are many plant-based, sustainable, and renewable fabrics available, including hemp, cotton, bamboo and linen, which are all great alternatives for the Australian climate.
If you’re concerned about the quality of animal-free products, there are plenty of companies out there that produce pieces that are as durable as they are fashionable. Also, some of our favourite luxury fashion labels are latching onto this revolution and making a change by bringing out their own cruelty-free lines, including Stella McCartney who recently took over Paris Fashion Week with vegan crocodile skin, suede and snakeskin looks!
We have so much available to us these days that it’s easier than ever to make the switch, or even slowly introduce vegan options into our lives. Ignorance is bliss but being aware of how products we use affect the earth is crucial for our future and the generations to come.
TO WEAR ON YOUR BODY
Sabo Skirt silky ivory top $88; Sabo Skirt silky ivory shorts $68; Net-A-Porter Vix laser-cut faux suede triangle bikini top $144.18; Net-A-Porter Vix laser-cut faux suede bikini briefs $146.85; Revolve Aje Dietrich faux fur jacket $763.68; Rebecca Taylor vegan leather ruffle skirt $325
TO HOLD YOUR PHONE, LIPPY & PURSE
Poppy Lissiman Young Americans shoulder bag $125; Melie Bianco Dory tassel crossbody $49.80; Ethical Gallery Island bamboo bag $104; X Nihilo sunseeker bag $496; Urban Originals Wild Rose bag $89.95
FOR THE TOOTSIES
Free People Faryl Robin Vegan Dorian wedge $220.80; Wanted Shoes X Sabo Skirt Palais bow slide $118; Love Is Mighty Shahana shoes $295; Farfetch Stella McCartney metallic alter snake skin boots $1100; Raye X Revolve Sullivan faux fur $180.15
TO HOLD YOUR JUNK
Free People slouchy velvet tote $89.80; Net-A-Porter Stella McCartney the Falabella box faux leather shoulder bag $1525; Matt & Nat Jasmine Tote bag $179.95; X Nihilo Eight mini bag $455
SOMETHING EXTRA…
Free People Mickey Vegan Bucket Hat $36.40; Net-A-Porter Freda Banana Guaca embellished round-frame metal and faux leather sunglasses $403.68; Poppy Lissiman Stars & Serpant Coin Purse $85; Thea Theos Nia mulled wine belt $55; TIVC stitched band watch $190
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