Penang is not generally known for its arts and craft movement, but Eugene Lim is hoping to change that with his range of cruelty free handbags called Etanzo. Not only are his bags stylish and fashionable, but are not made from any animal-derived materials like leather, suede, fur or wool.
You may have seen Eugene Lim around Penang selling his unique homemade handbags. Continue reading
Just like fast food there is fast fashion, where the price of clothing is so cheap that it is quickly disposed of when the next “must-have” arrives. When out shopping, who really thinks about what goes into making a garment as well as its environmental impact?
What do you do if you love fashion, but are also concerned about the environment? The answer is to green your wardrobe. Ideally you would make do and mend the clothing you already have. Or perhaps you can buy pre-loved items from secondhand shops, flea markets and clothes swaps and give them a new lease of life. The other option is to buy eco-friendly fashion. Continue reading