All posts tagged: SUSTAINABILITY

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Shop This Chic Merchandise and Help Support Restaurants

Published by Pamela Thomas-Graham

Many of us are wondering right now what we can do to help our most beloved local restaurants and bars stay afloat and keep their staff intact during this COVID-19 crisis. We can contribute to not-for-proft organizations, buy gift certificates for that happy day when we are free to roam again, and order take-out or delivery. And we can also shop this chic merchandise, the proceeds from which will help support local restaurants and bars and their workers nationwide. Here are our picks of some of the best restaurant and bar logo merchandise available right now, including tote bags, hats and tees.

the brands at the forefront of the trashion movement to know right now

The New Brands at the Forefront of the Trashion Movement

Published by Julie Murphy

What is “trashion?” And what are the brands to know in this new fashion movement, which focuses on upcycling and recycling to create apparel and accessories out of everything from plastic to fishing nets? Our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy has curated a list of the 10 brands to know who are crafting sustainable, eco-friendly fashion on the forefront of the growing trashion movement.

the best straw wicker and raffia bags right now

The Best Wicker Straw and Raffia Handbags Right Now

Published by Pamela Thomas-Graham

One of the joys of warmer weather is the chance to refresh our wardrobes. Even if it’s just with a new pair of shoes, or a new bag. We’ve already shared all of the major spring-summer trends. There’s one in particular that we love and we’ve been scouting out for the past couple of weeks: wicker, raffia and straw handbags. They just feel right for the moment – a touch of whimsy and ease, but with some edge and personality. But can they really be city chic? Why yes, dear reader, they can! Here are our top picks for the best straw (and wicker and raffia) designer handbags this spring and summer 2020.