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As Earth Month comes to a close, we should recognize that if we are really looking to make a difference –Everyday should be Earth Day.

Expanding on my original story for House of Coco, which you can read here; adding a few more brands that make sustainability a pillar of their brand ethos.

Ready – To – Wear

Craghoppers

70% of this outdoor clothing brand is made using recycled materials and the brand is continuing to focus on developing technology that is planet friendly. The water repellent technology named EcoShield DWR, uses 63% renewably sourced content from a variety of plant-based sources.

ETICA

Based in Los Angeles, ÉTICA is rooted in the ideals of fair labor practices and environmentally conscious manufacturing. Their factory, Hera Apparel has been manufacturing for the premium denim industry for over 20 years by using the most sustainable and eco-friendly technologies available. The brand is a supporter of One Tree Planted, a non-profit organization focused on global reforestation. For every purchase made on eticadenim.com a tree is planted.

French Lime

Founded by Denise Saad, French Lime is the sustainable athleisure brand designed to last (with a 10-year warranty), using quick dry eco-friendly fabric that won’t lose its shape or vibrancy.

Kinflyte

Designed by women, for women. The patented Posture System will support your posture and lifestyle, no matter what you do. Offering sizes in XXS-6XL, and A-K Cup, the brand prides themselves on being an inclusive brand that creates sustainable apparel to help everybody move better.

Kindly

Kindly, the planet-friendly, Walmart-exclusive intimates brand, is on a mission to make the world a kinder place. Launched by the lingerie manufacturer Gelmart, the brand’s goal is to offer affordable, inclusive, and sustainable intimates to consumers. All of the products in the line – which also include underwear – is made from 75% recycled materials. The brand partnered with Walmart to bring you the first-ever plant-based bra cup made from sugarcane, and a collection of intimates sourced from recycled materials.

LA RELAXED

This female-founded eco-friendly brand is making clothes in a more responsible way, all under one roof in Los Angeles. It takes less than 100 steps to complete a garment, dramatically reducing their carbon footprint. LA RELAXED is made in limited runs, using natural fibers and deadstock fabrics, offering beautiful pieces designed to be worn across seasons and trends.

LILYSILK

The sleepwear and home brand uses the finest Grade 6A silk from China – the producer of the world’s finest silk and Grade A Cashmere from Inner Mongolia. LILYSILK partnered with TerraCycle on a Recycling Program, which offers a free and convenient way to recycle non-donatable silk and cashmere products including bedding, women’s/men’s apparel, and sleepwear.

Losano

Made locally in Los Angeles, Losano empowers consumers to reduce waste by buying less and investing in quality. The collection of elevated fitness wear, lounge sets, and athleisure uses recycled and recycled and eco-friendly materials throughout. Losano’s high-performance garments don’t sacrifice style or comfort and are available direct-to-consumer.

Londre Bodywear

Londre Bodywear is a sustainable fashion label offering ultra-flattering swimwear made from recycled plastic bottles and butter-soft loungewear made from sustainably harvested wood pulp. Dreamt up by founders Ainsley Rose and Hannah Todd on a beach in Mexico with the goal to empower and educate women on both environmental issues and social change. Ranging from versatile swim pieces to beachy loungewear, all pieces are available on LondreBodywear.com ranging from sizes XS – 5XL.

Luxeire

Luxeire’s mission is to provide women with sustainable, sophisticated wardrobe essentials that are exceptional quality, comfortable and easy-care. Developed from founder Gina Kuyers’ frustration with the discomfort and high maintenance of luxury clothing. With a 20-year career and PhD in school psychology, Gina spent decades applying research to real-world problem solving. She brought these well-honed skills to the challenge of designing and producing a line of elevated wardrobe staples made from luxurious, eco-friendly technical fabrics.

Marcella NYC

The sustainable fashion brand founded by Siyana Huszar, creates minimalist with an edge, pieces for the ultimate New York City woman and beyond. Their just-in-time production practices help the brand to stay on top of trends without creating unnecessary waste while using fully sustainable materials. With their vertical integration, the brand focuses on fair wages and compensation for all workers starting with their production teams including initiatives to enhance the livelihood of girls and women around the world. Marcella NYC is ensuring their impact is anything but minimal but always sustainable.

Neem London

The London based brand’s collection ranges from T-shirts to collared shirts, sustainable merino knits, and regenerative cotton button downs, all allowing for essential style with the advantage of supporting a carbon neutral company ethos.

Nudies and Nubies Essentials

Nikki Chu, a celebrity interior designer and entrepreneur, created Nudies for women who are always on the go, love to travel, and still enjoy being chic during that time of the month. The designs have a gentle effect on the environment and are made with biodegradable 100% cotton fabric with recyclable packaging and low impact dyes. Nudies recently expanded into the kids sector with Nubies , to encourage children to practice hygiene at a young age.

State Cashmere

To maintain the quality of its products, State Cashmere ensures sustainable practices across all facets of the process committing to sustainability and transparency; proudly being fair-trade and cruelty-free. Using pure Grade A cashmere and offering the fairest prices without compromising the wages and livelihoods of their shepherds from inner Mongolia, State Cashmere works to raise the circular economy and sustainability initiatives in the cashmere industry.

Tiare Hawaii

Since 2009, all pieces from Tiara Hawaii are handmade with love in Bali using traditional dyeing techniques that have been used for centuries. Branching out (pun intended) the brands latest eco-friendly collection, Naturals uses fibres from Banana, Bamboo, Eucalyptus, Pineapple, and Mulberry Bark Silk.

Accessories

Allurez

Allurez offer lab-grown diamonds that are both eco-friendly and affordable. All Allurez jewelry is proudly crafted with love locally in New York, USA with superior materials and craftsmanship.

AMYO Jewelry

AMYO Jewelry make minimalist and classic pieces meant to last at an affordable price point. Not only, does the company guarantee a fair wage and good working conditions for their artisans, but also upcycles and recycles materials for new jewelry.

Emma Israelsson

Born in Stockholm and with a touch of Los Angeles, the Swedish brand quickly entered the fashion market when it launched in 2013. Offering sustainable and lasting jewelry, always on-trend, and with a signature piece and bestseller representing a Peace Dove, the collections have been must-haves for many.

Haverhill

The sustainable luxury jewelry brand uses ethical practices in all steps of their production. With conflict free, traceable and 100% recycled gold and silver, they are known for their ability to personalize necklaces, rings, and bracelets. Rooted in confidence and thoughtfulness, they crafted a series of premade collections that are dedicated to giving back and they are also currently donating funds to save the children in Ukraine with their new Solidarity collection.

Idyl

Idyl offers the finest materials handcrafted in their Antwerp ateliers. The brand’s signature modular design allows customers to mix and match various styles over time to grow a collection that is easy as it is affordable. In addition to transparent pricing, the Belgium born brand proudly donates a portion of all profits year-round to the Global Fund for Women, a global champion for the human rights of women and girls.

M.Gemi

Each week M.Gemi releases new, limited-edition designs. By effectively speeding up the supply chain and building small batches of inventory more rapidly than typical manufacturing models, they’ve created limited surplus inventory, allowing them to keep product out of landfills and in your closet at an accessible price point.

Merry People

Merry People is the Australia-based, female founded, unisex, vegan gumboots brand that look cool enough to wear anywhere! Merry People’s quality vegan rain boots are 100% waterproof and made with natural rubber and lined with 4-millimeter neoprene, which adds warmth and comfort to the entire shoe. Unlike other rainboots, Merry People boots hug the foot a little more, and lines the footbed, giving the whole shoe a much more snug, comfortable fit that only neoprene can.

Modern Picnic

Founded in 2018 by 25-year-old, Ali Kaminetsky, Modern Picnic was born following an attempt to find fashion-forward adult lunchboxes in lieu of wasteful brown paper and plastic shopping bags. Committed to using organic fabrics and ethical manufacturing, Modern Picnic aims to provide working women with a chic and sustainable alternative to the traditional lunchbox. Crafted with functionality in mind, Modern Picnic feature high-quality vegan leather exteriors, insulated interiors, and available in several rich colorways with an option for hand-painted monogramming.

Paradigm Eyewear

Paradigm Eyewear is committed to offering products that are produced responsibly and sustainably so that the consumer can feel as good about their processes as their products. Using ISCC-certified recycled materials in their latest collection enables Paradigm to reduce the amount of newly produced plastics while also meeting increasing customer demand for sustainable fashion. Throughout the year, Paradigm donates a percentage to the National Forest Foundation.

Interested in sustainable beauty too? Read this piece on VOGUE.

Last month, I had the opportunity to meet New York designer, Rebecca Minkoff at her media launch for her Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter collections. It was such a treat to meet her and join in the fun.

In honor of today, Earth Day (April 22), Rebecca has re-launched RM Green(e), a collection of made to order pieces that are size inclusive and environmentally friendly. The name pays homage to the original Rebecca Minkoff flagship store, 96 Greene Street.

In partnership with Resonance, this collection uses cutting-edge technology to help mitigate waste, ensure fair labor practices, eliminate toxic inks, and reduce excess water usage, while using a block-chain traceability system.

Check out this Sustainability Made Collection.

Looking for more Earth Day/Sustainable fashion articles? Read more from our House of Coco team: Laura Bartlett, Anna Willatt and Elena Murzello and this article about sustainable fashion designers in VOGUE.

Here are some fall fashion outfit ideas from your favourite brands.

DRESS + BOOTS:

Rails // Nellie Dress

Rouje // ELSA Boots

Patou // Le Patou Bag

Cult Gaia // Alondra Earrings

Karen Millen // Corset Waist Blazer Mini Dress

Joie // Kehlani Boot

Princess Polly // Reeves Bag

Sanctuary // Ruched Dress

COAT + PANTS:

The Kooples // Wool Jacket with Houndstooth Motif

Princess Polly // Beckham Jacket

Sanctuary // Reissue Cargo Pant

Princess Polly // Tilton Claw Clip

Calzedonia // Cashmere Socks with Glitter Trim

SWEATER + JEANS:

Sanctuary // Rascal Slip-On Heeled Sandal

Rails // Chandler Sweater Vest

Karen Millen // Lydia Millen Cable Knit Shearling Cuff Sweater

Joie // Livia Bootie

Cult Gaia // Laleh Top Handle

Calzedonia // Animal Print Cashmere Socks

If you know me well, you know that I love a great manicure. I attribute it to talking with my hands. My color of choice is a super opaque white, but if I’m visiting New York, I’ll pick the latest nail design from Paintbox. Sadly, I lack a steady hand, so I usually opt for a trip to my go-to-spot with my favorite manicurist.

Unfortunately, ongoing gel polish can often do a number on your nails leaving them yellow, dry and brittle. I usually give my nails a rest (and my wallet) for a few weeks in between treatments.

Is there something you can do in between nail salon treatments that will give you that polished look at home? You bet! It’s called Dazzle Dry.

Dazzle Dry was created by Dr. Vivian Valenty, a Filipino Bio-Organic Chemist, more than 14 years ago. The system is formulated with a ground-breaking polymer technology that enables the polish to expand and contract with the nail. This means polish stays on longer without peeling or chipping. The non-toxic polish is free of acetone, toluene, formaldehyde, TPHP, nitrocellulose (which causes yellowing of the nail plate and degrades polish), camphor, resin, ethyl tosylamide, phthalates, xylene, MEK and never is tested on animals.

Dr. Valenty, has a vast career in the sciences that includes being a research scientist at the New York State Department of Health and a research and developer at Dupont and General Electric. She has developed a molecule at Dupont to replace phosphates in detergent using carbohydrates and soybeans, as well as developing a patented polymer for GE’s electronics and semiconductors.

This easy to use 4-step system gives you the salon look without the price, time or the harmful chemical residuals. Even for a person who is not great with a nail polish brush (Read: Polish on other parts of my toe and uneven/streaky coats), the number of coats you apply actually mitigates all the mishaps giving you a smooth application. The best part – it dries in under five minutes without the use of fans or lights. It is a long-lasting polish – with a manicure lasting up to 14 days and a pedicure lasting up to 30 days.

The 4-step Nail System starts with Nail Prep, a Base Coat, your choice of Lacquer (150 colors available!) and finishes with a top coat which comes in high gloss or matte finish. The polish can be removed with any nail polish remover, yet I love Remove Non- Acetone – Lacquer Remover. Enhanced with Spearmint and Eucalyptus essential oils the Lacquer Remover helps to moisturize nails and cuticles and as an extra bonus, it smells fantastic!

Give it a go and dazzle yourself with perfect polish every time with Dazzle Dry.

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Read what the editors of The EveryGirl thought of Dazzle Dry here.

We all know Earth Day should be more than just a single day. That’s just a fact. To move the needle on any sort of systemic environmental change, a company should invest in these social responsibility measures from the start. It should not be a disingenuous afterthought.

Click on the links to read articles by Anna Willatt and Hannah Lynn Tan on sustainable fashion.

A popular term you many have heard floating around in the fashion world is deadstock, which is a way of upcycling. Deadstock refers to existing fabric/material that did not sell, was produced in surplus or from previous collections that can end up in the landfill if not reused. Gaining in popularity, a British company is simply named Deadstock Fabrics. Companies use deadstock and re-create these landfill-destined fabrics into brand new products. What’s old is new again for these brands helping to slow the roll of the fast fashion engine. Below I am listing a few of the more notable one’s for you to follow:

Boyish: 

Who knew that making clothes from deadstock saves about 10,000 pounds of CO2 emission each year? Jordan Nodarse, the Founder and Designer and his team at Boyish did. Designed in Los Angeles, Boyish uses ethical and sustainable practices when developing and manufacturing their jeans. They hunt for vintage rolls of eco-friendly fabrics to create their jeans and full collection of apparel. I myself adore the Joaquin, which can serve double duty and be worn as a dress or a jacket. To certify their sustainable efforts, Boyish has invested in metrics that reflect this effort. To achieve this, they focus on using a transparency supply chain platform, Retraced, utilizing the international Global Recycle Standard (GRS) that verifies the third-party certification of recycled content and finally measuring/scoring their sustainability performance through the Higg Index (developed by the Sustainable Apparel Coalition). The Boyish site also has a Consignment Shop that ensures that your pre-worn items will also have another life. In return, you earn money towards a new pair. Every purchase on Boyish is a win-win, as they plant a tree for every purchase on our website through 1% for the Planet and One Tree Planted.

Gaâla: 

Sustainable French fashion brand Gaâla was founded by husband-and-wife duo, Kelly de Gaâlon and Alexander Zhalezka. Being one of 8 siblings, Kelly is not a stranger to upcycling clothing. Hand-me-downs were simply a way of life. Cut to her time in Shanghai, where Kelly took her hobby and expanded it into a career. Developing Gaâla to fill a gap in the market; classic French styles made from high quality fabric sold at accessible prices. This is thanks to their team of talented tailors and cutters, who work in the small-scale workshop with ethical standards including compensation with an above living wage.

Maintaining a quality standard, Gaâla handpicks their deadstock material from around the world. From Italian fashion houses for the luxury leftover cotton, viscose and wool to Hangzhou, China, for the traditional silk. 

All Things Mochi: 

Years ago, I came across All Things Mochi and their collection that celebrated cultural, traditional methods of embroidery all around the world. I purchased a beautiful green off the shoulder top complete with embroidered mirrors on it, and it’s definitely one of the most unique items in my closet. It’s been almost a decade since All Things Mochi started showcasing different cultures through the handicraft of local artists for a contemporary market. Since then, founder and Designer of Mochi, Ayah Tabari and her team have re-framed their business’ fast fashion model to a slowed down, refined approach. All Things Mochi now has three collections: Mochi Reconstructed, Mochi Signatures and Mochi Finds.

Mochi Reconstructed, includes repurposed pieces and Mochi fabrics from previous collections combined into one-off creations. Mochi Signatures, includes unique favorites from Mochi’s most coveted collections (much like my mirrored top). Finally, Mochi Finds are a curation of vintage classics. Same Mochi flair with and fresh new focus.

BAGGU: 

Ever since my good friend gifted me a reusable nylon bag last year, which I carry in my work bag daily – I am hooked. Since then, I have purchased a few of their well-designed/fitting masks (the adjustable nose piece, straps and neck underlay makes it the most comfortable ones I own to date!). BAGGU was created to eliminate unnecessary waste, and has made a commitment to never incinerate or landfill their deadstock products.

I find myself frequently perusing their online store for products in their coveted strawberry print. I also love that BAGGU launched a series of deadstock bags using half and half prints. They also have reusable bags are assembled from one continuous piece of recycled nylon material, with the neck of the bag used to construct the carrying pouch. And when your bag is all worn out – you can recycle it with BAGGU for a discount off a new one.

It’s the end of summer, which means it’s almost fall time(!). Back to school – back to work, back to a solid routine is just around the corner and of course, fall fashion. Want to read more about Fall fashion and beauty? Read these articles on Fall fashion trends by our EIC Laura Bartlett and this piece on Fall #CocoBeauty by Rachel McAlley.

Even Vogue is onto some great totes. Check out the roundup here!

Almost 8 years ago, I bought my black Balenciaga tote bag and it has been my workhorse ever since. For starters, it fits my laptop and a pair of shoes which is valuable, if you are commuting. It’s narrower than it is wide, which can pose a little bit of an issue when accessing belongings at the bottom of the black bag. Yet, if in a crowded space it’s also great for the safety of your valuables. The thick leather is a tad bit heavy, but it has taken a beating over the years without breaking down.

Looking for a great tote for your life’s adventures? Here are my top selects that can take you from the office to the outdoors, sorted by material:

Leather: You really can’t go wrong with a leather bag. If you are wondering – Yes, it’s worth the investment. Leather bags can stand the test of time, being both fashionable and functional. In fact, over time, the leather can get soft and supple with use. 

The Kingly Tote by Smythson comes in super soft, Pavilion leather making it an ideal bag to roll up in your suitcase. The Pavilion leather is lightweight and flexible with a suede underside, not requiring a liner. Like their paper shopping bags, the Kingly is found in their iconic Smythson signature Nile Blue. 

Strathberry’s S Cabas has comfortable thick shoulder straps and a zippered top closure. The side pocket helps to keep things organized and it’s adorned with the S logo and gold-tone hardware. Shown in Tan, it is available in 2 other classic colorways including bottle green and black.

The Rebecca Minkoff Edie Maxi Tote will be your next staple in this go-with-everything Black colorway. The quilted leather chevron pattern can bring a subtle texture to any outfit. The antique brass metal chain shoulder straps and magnetic snap-fastening in front add a touch of glam. 

Leather and Canvas: The best of both worlds. A tote in both leather and canvas gives you the durability of leather with the semi-casualness of canvas. Don’t forget that wax coated canvas functions well in rain.

The Viator Tote in Gray/Tan by Portland’s Orox Leather can function as both a weekend getaway or a work briefcase. The travel strap along the side of the bag secures it to your trolley suitcase; while the interior sleeve helps keep 13-inch laptops and documents secure.

This roomy Kate Sheridan Waxed Canvas Tote is found on the curated online site, TOAST. It’s made from waxed British cotton canvas. Though the bag is quite generous at 19 inches in width, you can use the press studs at the sides to adjust the shape. 

Woven: Looking for something as functional as leather without the price point? These woven bags are a great way to carry a large number of belongings and accent your outfit at the same time.

Keeping traditional hand block stamping alive, this Pink City Prints Scarlet Posy Beach Bag is a fun way to add some pattern into your outfit. The cotton base is structured enough to stand upright, perfect for your next picnic in the park or beach day. It’s fully reversible with the Candy Lolita print inside.

Anything tweed, like this Urban Revivo Tweed Tote Bag in blue checkered pattern, is Fall fashion at its best. Think school-girl cool. This highly structured tote will let you keep all things safe – from paper to take out boxes which can open at a moment’s notice. 

Utility: Here are the true workhorses of the group. In the vein of the blue IKEA shopping bags (you know the one!), just more fashionable. These are the bags that you can throw around and still look great at the end of the day. 

What do you call a cross between a backpack and a tote? The Cotopaxi Todo Convertible 16L Tote – Cada Día. Carry it by the shoulder straps, or tuck them in when using the tote handles. Its padded 15-inch laptop sleeve and a fleece-lined pocket makes sure valuables are protected. Perfect for those commutes on the tube.

Part of the new F.A.R. (For All Routes) outdoor travel collection from AWAY, this F.A.R. 45L Tote is an organized way to stash all your essentials for work or play. The bag itself is made from lightweight, high-strength polyester and the webbing top cinch closure adjusts to how much you pack. As an added bonus, it meets requirements for most major airlines as carry-on luggage. 

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Hi! I’m Elena and I’m new here at #TeamCoco. I love writing about all thing’s lifestyle. Think travel, fashion and beauty. Check out what I am up to on my website.

ELENA

Barcelona is a style sanctuary, filled with effortlessly cool tapas bars and even cooler locals. For our next Spanish escapade, Team Coco is packing flirty flamenco-inspired dresses, artisanal pieces and statement accessories to really bring the heat in Barcelona.

  1. White Knitted Hat by r.l.e. available at https://www.rlehouse.com/
  2. Hanna Red Dress by Bronx & Banco available at DCEY https://www.dcey.co.uk/
  3. Orange Asymmetrical Top by Levi’s available at https://www.levi.com/
  4. Orange Phoebe reversible Palazzo Pants by Isabel Manns available at https://isabelmanns.com/
  5. Esparto Sandals by Mango available at https://shop.mango.com/
  6. Pink Good Vibes Neon Enamel Sphere Small Hoop Earrings by Missoma available at https://uk.missoma.com/
  7. Beige Leah Dress by Deveaux New York available at https://www.harrods.com/en-gb/
  8. Gold Mules by Marc Cain available at https://www.marc-cain.com/
  9. Green Cropped Blazer by Reineren available at https://www.instagram.com/reineren_official/
  10. Gold Neptune Sunglasses by Le Specs available at https://lespecs.com/
  11. White Recycled Bikini Top by Champion available at https://www.championstore.com/
  12. White Recycled Bikini Bottom by Champion available at https://www.championstore.com/
  13. Pink Rose Riot Scarf by Shaku available at https://shaku.co.uk/
  14. Pink Liberty Silk and Gold Bracelet by Le Colonel available at https://www.lecolonel.com/
  15. Brown Antonia Bag by Shrimps available at www.Shrimps.com
  16. Rainbow iPhone Case by PopSockets available at https://www.popsockets.co.uk/
  17. Brown Lulu Dress by Ilta Studios available at www.iltastudios.com
  18. Denim Cut-off Shorts by Aligne available at https://aligne.co/

Summer is finally here and Team Coco is filling our wardrobes with bright colours, joyful prints and sustainable swimwear pieces to make the most of the brief albeit glorious British summertime in style.

Our editors have rounded up their favourite summer-ready brands so you can take your summer style to the next level.

Wanderlust Life Jewellery

The new jewellery collection from Wanderlust Life features gorgeous heirloom-inspired pieces that borrow from the past. Inspired by the 1970s, 80s and 90s, Revival is all about a pick ‘n’ mix approach, where the emphasis is on experimentation, unexpected combinations and complete freedom of expression. Like rifling through your mum’s jewellery box or exploring a vintage shop in a foreign city, the eclectic range celebrates the joy of vintage – and we’re all for it!

With textural chains, statement pendants and eye-catching rings and earrings, the pieces are made to be piled on with confidence. The Green Onyx is a key stone for this collection. It appears on heart and porthole shaped pendants as well as the statement Sigaro chunky ring. Wishbone designs, paperclip chains and the Cornicello, horn of plenty inspired pieces have clear vintage references. All pendants are available with a choice of four adjustable chains to style solo, stack up or give your own spin.

Masarà

Masarà is a sustainable swimwear brand offering minimal beachwear styles in a variety of vibrant block-colours.
100% sustainably made in Italy from yarn to tag, Masarà’s pieces are super soft and made from durable ECONYL fabric. All packaging is recyclable and delivered in VELA paper bags. Even the tags are printed on Alga Carta Paper by Favini, which is an innovative ecological paper made from the algae of the Venice Lagoon.

Masarà’s mix and match swimwear staples come in six vibrant colours. You’ll find a bikini top, two styles of bikini bottoms, the Coco and the Brazil Bikini slip, a one piece, beach skirts, tank tops and cute headbands all featured in Pistachio green, Azure Blue, Cappuccino Beige, Paprika Orange, Grape Purple and Blueberry Blue.

Champion

With the weather beginning to warm and planes ready for take-off, there’s one last thing to add to your summer holiday suitcase and that’s a brand new Champion bikini. Featuring tonal colourways and playful prints including bandana and snake print across a selection of bikinis and swimsuits, whether you’re jetting off to the tropics, or just heading to Brighton, there’s swimwear to suit any style from Champion this summer.

Dr. Martens x National Gallery

Punk’s favourite boots meets the National Gallery’s greatest artists in this cool fashion collab. This latest collection is the latest in the Dr. Martens’ artist series launched in partnership with convention-breaking artists such as Basquiat and Keith Haring. It features three artworks painted on Dr. Martens’ Original silhouettes that were inspired by artists that defied convention. The collaboration infuses iconic DM’s silhouettes with art that broke the rules by artists who walked their own path. The shoes feature the work of impressionists Claude Monet and Vincent Can Gogh, along with the post-impressionist George Seurat.

Tucca Swim

Tucca Swim is the British Swimwear brand by sister duo Chloe & Helaina Thomas. Its mew summer collection takes us back to the brand story with the sisters’ love for sustainability, nature and travel.

Sustainability is at the heart of the brand and all swimwear is made Econyl® regenerated nylon. We like Tucca Swim’s signature Multiway Bikini, which is as colourful and flattering as it is versatile. Other pieces include the Multiway Bikini with added frills, Bikini Brief, High Waisted Brief, Swimsuit, Sarongs, Beachwear and Hair Accessories. What we love is Tucca Swim’s inclusive sizing, which comes in UK Sizes 6-16.

Aurum

Goldsmith and designer Guðbjörg once again turns to Iceland’s myths and legends as well as the country’s flora and fauna for the inspiration which shapes her unique designs. Her latest collection was inspired by Iðunn, who In Norse mythology was the goddess of spring, youth, and rejuvenation. The new IÐUNN collection represents both the goddess and spring and is our top choice for summer jewellery.

People Of All Nations

Paying homage to 1980’s Miami beach, we love Peoples Of All Nations new ‘Pink Ice Cream’ style which is perfect for summer. Part of the VICE Collection, this latest drop was inspired by sunset hues of pinks and features casual yet cool dip dye denim pieces.

Cro-Che

Cro-Che is a forward thinking women’s label, based in London. Founder Tacita Brown, believed a fashion brand should begin with how the clothes are made, and the people who make them before anything else is considered. Cro-Che produces clothes which are hand made by extraordinarily talented female artisans in developing countries across the globe. It was important for Tacita that these skilled artisans did not have to leave their homes or their families and children to travel sometimes hundreds of miles to find work in factories based in the cities. Cro-Che aims to empower the incredibly skilled women by employing them to work from home. Conscious, slow and beautiful fashion? Now that’s the kind of brand we can get behind.

Clō Stories

Clō Stories is a SUSTAINABLE Barcelona-based brand launched in June 2017.

Clō is all about nature and sustainability with bathing suit designs adapt to your body enhancing your natural feminine side. Its cute swimwear pieces are reversible you can mix and match them for endless summer looks.

Clō is focused on the slow fashion movement.

All its clothing is designed in our studio in Barcelona and Made in Barcelona. All its clothing is made of fabrics and materials locally and sustainably-sourced and we love that.

Fashion is a fickle thing, but once in a while you come across a truly creative point of view that it simply takes your breath away. Enter REINEREN, the new kid on the block of China’s booming fashion scene – and certainly a designer to watch.

Our Fashion Editor Hannah Tan-Gillies caught up with REINEREN to chat inspiration, daily designer life and being true to yourself in this latest Women Worldwide interview.

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your background. What made you fall in love with fashion?

I was influenced by my family since I was a child. I naturally fell in love with drawing and have always been interested in handicrafts and creating artistic things. I also used to love making clothes to my Barbie dolls.

Gradually, I started reading all kinds of fashion magazines and dreamt of becoming a fashion designer — and one day have my own brand.

Where did the name REINEREN come from? How would you describe your brand’s aesthetic for our readers who may just be discovering you?

‘Reine’ means ‘queen’ in French which is the same pronunciation with my name, I also found this word perfectly conveyed the brand’s core message, that all women should be their own queens.

Who is the REINEREN woman? Can you describe her in three words?

Independent and confident, unrestrained & carefree, and finally, fierce & gentle

Tell us more about your latest collection. Do you have a favourite piece?

One of my favourite pieces is a grey-green, leather cropped blazer with woven twine below. The collision of two completely different materials is a combination of rigidity and softness. The eco-friendly leather is also one of my favorite materials, as it is tough and stylish. With the braided hemp rope, the elements of the theme of this series are well integrated with the style of the brand.

Walk us through an average day in the REINEREN?

On top of the daily drawing and producing of garments samples and fitting, as a designer, I also need to communicate with fabric suppliers and factories for product development. I’m also very involved in managing the admin perspective such as meetings with various departments like human resources, public relations, and sales.

What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced as a designer so far?

Merchandise. When creative sparks come through or an idea wants to be implemented, it needs the support of the supply chain. However, this is also the hardest part of the process. There is a cost to try before it can be produced in real life such as what it will cost you in terms of time and capital. Will your supply chain partner be willing to share the costs or risks with you? In many cases, it is easy to imagine but difficult to implement. As the designer, I have to face with various challenges.

What’s next for you and REINEREN? Any exciting new projects in the pipeline?

We hope we could step to the international market be recgnised by more global audience and to understand and align with our value and mission.

What advice do you have for those looking to take the leap and start their own fashion businesses too?

Be true to yourself.

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Unless you’re willing to splurge on the latest console, men are notoriously difficult to shop for during the holidays. Not to worry – because we’ve searched high and low to curate the very best men’s gifts so you can reward your beaus #TeamCoco style (but only if they’ve been nice!)

From the best men’s grooming products, versatile fashion finds, functional backpacks and the coolest new gadgets, our editors have done all the hard work for you by rounding up the top 18 best (fool-proof) gifts to wow your stylish beau this Christmas.

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3. Advanced Moisturiser by The Fellowship available art https://the-fellowship.co.uk/

4. Roll Top Backpack by Stubble & Co available at https://www.stubbleandco.com/

5. Blue and White Trainers by Valentino Garavani available at Harvey Nichols https://www.harveynichols.com/

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8. Everything Cream by Non Gender Specific available at https://www.nongenderspecific.com/

9. Oculus Quest 2 VR Headset available at John Lewis https://www.johnlewis.com/

10. Timex x Coca Cola Watch https://www.timex.co.uk/

11. Multi-coloured teddy Hoodie by Polo Ralph Lauren available at Harvey Nichols https://www.harveynichols.com/

12. All Black backpack by Stubble & Co available at https://www.stubbleandco.com/

13. Black Sunglasses by Larson & Jennings available at https://www.larssonjennings.com/

14. Robert’s Radio available at John Lewis https://www.johnlewis.com/

15. Navy Men’s Wool Runners by Allbirds available at https://www.allbirds.co.uk/

16. Green and Silver Cufflinks by Tateossian available at https://tateossian.com/

17. Bentley Green Chronomat Watch by Breitling available at https://www.breitling.com/

18. Men’s Pyjama Set from Hanro of Switzerland available at https://www.hanro.co.uk/