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How To Celebrate Christmas Sustainably in 2021?

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The most sustainable way is not to buy new stuff, avoid creating food waste, prepare only plant-based dishes and not to buy fresh cut trees. But not everyone is ready for all these suggestions. So in this article, I will share a few tips on how to celebrate Christmas sustainably in 2021 by making minor but consequential adjustments.

1. RENOUNCE REAL CHRISTMAS TREE

Let’s start with the Christmas tree. Last year we decided not to cut trees because it feels like wasting precious resources. Trees turn CO2 into oxygen, thus helping reduce the speed …

How to Take Advantage of Black Friday in 2021 When You Live Sustainably

CATEGORY: FASHION

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How do you feel about Black Friday sales? Love them or hate them? One might say that if you want to live sustainably, you should not shop at all. But that is not realistic for everyone. Thus even though I am not a big fan of Black Friday, I think the whole concept can be turned into something good. How? Well, it is all about the intention. So let’s have a look at how to take advantage of Black Friday in 2021 when you live sustainably.

3 TIPS TO SHOP SUSTAINABLY THIS BLACK FRIDAY

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How To Choose Chic Winter Clothes Sustainably in 2021

CATEGORY: SUSTAINABLE FASHION

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For many years I used to buy new winter clothes to keep up with the ever changing fashion. But 99% of the clothes I got was made of cheap materials and next season, the clothes would look old and shapeless. Once I realized that my main criteria cannot be price and what is in fashion, I started looking at clothes differently. I learned that it is better to invest in quality, reduce the quantity, and learn to be patient. Patience is sometimes the key if you like second-hand shopping. So if you wonder how to choose chic winter clothes that …

How To Choose Sweaters Sustainably This Autumn?

CATEGORY: SUSTAINABLE FASHION

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As the weather is getting colder, at least here, in Switzerland, I thought of sharing a few tips on choosing sweaters sustainably.

As time went by and I got older and wiser, I realized that the most sustainable way to buy sweaters is in a second-hand store. So if you are in Geneva, I recommend checking second-hand stores: Hazard in Paquis (Rue de Monthoux 34) and GM Boutique in Eaux-Vives. Otherwise, you can buy pre-loved knitwear online on MyPrivateDressing. I did some winter shopping on this website …

How To Celebrate Halloween in 2021

CATEGORY: SUSTAINABLE LIVING

Today, I would like to share a few tips on how to celebrate Halloween in 2021.

1. Carve a jack-o-lantern pumpkin

Carving pumpkins is relatively easy and will get you busy for at least half a day.

If it is your first time, check Pinterest for inspiration and tutorials on YouTube. It is one of the autumn activities that Chloe-Sofia adores (besides making animals from chestnuts).

You can also watch my video tutorial, where I share some tips on celebrating Halloween mindfully.

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