https://www.delah.co.uk/the-conscious-luxury-column daily 0.75 2024-07-24 https://www.delah.co.uk/the-conscious-luxury-column/welcometodelah monthly 0.5 2024-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/5aac7364-c335-4c25-b585-02d0543ee17d/1.png The Conscious Luxury Column - The Conscious Luxury Column - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.delah.co.uk/the-conscious-luxury-column/your-how-to-guide-conscious-living monthly 0.5 2024-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/4f1656e0-4c49-4909-b68b-9f66f431c41f/christiann-koepke-dQyS2pMYtok-unsplash.jpg The Conscious Luxury Column - Your How-to Guide: Conscious Living - Questions to ask your service provider: Your local coffee shop: Do you use sustainably sourced coffee beans? What kind of packaging do you use, and is it recyclable or compostable? How do you reduce waste in your operations? Your weekly food shop: How do you prioritise stocking locally sourced produce and products? What measures do you take to reduce food waste? How do you minimise the use of plastic packaging and bags? Heading to the beauty salon: Are the products you use cruelty-free and eco-friendly? Do you recycle and repurpose beauty-related waste? Trips abroad and guided tours: How do you minimise the environmental impact of your tours? Do you support and respect local cultures and communities? Are your guides and staff fairly compensated and treated well? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/d5d051aa-9116-44ed-8d34-a08bc3c611d2/charles-etoroma-k78R0lDxd48-unsplash.jpg The Conscious Luxury Column - Your How-to Guide: Conscious Living - So you want to do better by people and the planet? Great news! You’re in the right place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/dc7097ca-e907-45bd-8092-a94e1fd0c879/sonnie-hiles-iANAdaNu7mg-unsplash.jpg The Conscious Luxury Column - Your How-to Guide: Conscious Living 1. Stay Informed Take the time to learn about sustainability, ethical consumption, and social responsibility. There are plenty of thought-provoking and informative books, documentaries, and online resources available. For inspiration and recommendations, follow @delah.co.uk on Instagram, and sign up to The Conscious Luxury Column for the latest. 2. Support Transparent Brands Look for brands and companies that are transparent about their practices, values, and impact. When conducting your own research, seek out certifications and labels that indicate ethical and sustainable practices (i.e. ISO14001, Great Place To Work, B Corp). The #DELAHSustainable Directory is where you will find all DELAH approved brands, products and services. 3. Choose Quality Invest in well-made pieces that are durable and timeless. How exhausting it must be to be part of a culture so fast and cheap that the quality of the product doesn’t even need to last past a handful of wears because that’s all they’re used for. A higher price tag doesn't always mean better quality, but researching can help you make better decisions. High-quality items usually provide better value over time, saving you money and reducing the need for replacements. Investing can bring a sense of pride and sentimental value too. Just think of the cherished heirlooms passed down to you through generations, and how you will also contribute to that collection. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/91e8b79d-5c1c-4047-a155-54449e609d2a/harper-sunday-0FiKFe4Y6L0-unsplash.jpg The Conscious Luxury Column - Your How-to Guide: Conscious Living - Understanding a product's lifecycle can be a tedious and multilayered process. This means looking at how the raw materials are sourced, how they are made and distributed, our usage, and of course, how we dispose of them. Considering factors such as the environmental impacts, the fair treatment of workers, energy efficiency, waste management, and supply chain transparency. Where we come in is the purchasing stage, when our choices play a crucial role in driving demand and where we have a responsibility to choose which businesses we support. Post-consumption choices should be considered at the point of purchasing too, looking at product durability, repurposability, recyclability, and the availability and accessibility of proper disposal methods… that’s a lot of -bility’s. Some big name brands we love that are leading the way are Finisterre, Aveda, Aspiga, and of course, Patagonia. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/b2f2eee3-0c51-4654-ba53-7ff4d08ff4ef/nafinia-putra-Kwdp-0pok-I-unsplash.jpg The Conscious Luxury Column - Your How-to Guide: Conscious Living - For services, their impact extends far beyond the transaction of the experience or expertise itself. This is anything from your daily morning coffee stop, to trips to your salon, trips abroad and guided tours. When we engage with a service, we'd hope we’re investing in the livelihoods of the individuals and the well-being of communities. The integrity of the service provider, their commitment to ethical business practices, and the treatment of their workers all play a pivotal role in shaping the social fabric. When evaluating your service options, ask yourself: Do I really need this service? How will using it impact demand and contribute to positive change? Once you've considered these questions, you can begin to hold the service provider accountable for their practices. https://www.delah.co.uk/the-conscious-luxury-column/the-ethical-fashion-buyerarchy-wedding-guest-edition monthly 0.5 2024-06-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/8d492e8e-8edf-4bd2-afde-75eda13ae6b2/Untitled+design+%281%29.png The Conscious Luxury Column - Ethical Fashion for Summer Wedding Guests - Wear what you have already. 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The stamina required to survive any festival means our top priority is to stay hydrated. Without a doubt, Stanley cups are our #1 choice, and whilst there are literally thousands of reusable cups, bottles, and flasks on the market, this IceFlow Tumbler is perfect for outdoorsy summer environments due to its heavy duty design, and ability to keep water cool for 12 hours, and iced for 48 hours. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/7aaa3e6c-3fcd-4574-9ca9-c7d1e5554583/image-asset.jpeg The Conscious Luxury Column - Elevate your Camping Experience with these Festival Season Essentials - Reusable Pads - UpCircle Cotton + Bamboo Makeup Remover Pads After a long day, or maybe the morning after one, everyone could do with wiping away the makeup, sunscreen, sweat and whatever else we find from our faces. Biodegradable wipes are problematic for the environment as they quickly break down into microplastics, and even plant fibre-based biodegradable wipes release greenhouse gases as they decompose. We recommend reusable pads or cloths. UpCircle’s pads are travel size, triple layered, soft, and machine washable, neatly kept together in a mesh bag. With 7 pads in a pack, there is enough to last you the festival with some spare left over for getting the tougher to remove face paint and glitter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/b0674fb5-3382-446f-b94b-bbfb220210ee/Screenshot+2024-06-04+at+16.31.39.png The Conscious Luxury Column - Elevate your Camping Experience with these Festival Season Essentials - Water Resistant Backpack - Helly Hansen Duffel Bag 2 70L You’ve got all the gear, but no idea how you’re going to carry it from car to campsite? Helly Hansen has us covered for easy conversion between bag and backpack. This durable duffel bag is a multipurpose investment due to its professional grade for anything requiring water resistance, whether that be sailing, hiking, skiing, or even the unpredictable British weather conditions festival-goers inevitably face year after year. Keeping your belongings dry is absolutely key to making sure you have the best festival experience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/d882b41b-f79c-4f4a-a014-2647e133b946/Screenshot+2024-06-04+at+16.12.36.png The Conscious Luxury Column - Elevate your Camping Experience with these Festival Season Essentials - Sunscreen - pai BRITISH SUMMER TIME SPF 30 As mentioned, we Brits are used to making fun of the summer rain. Unfortunately that has meant that when the sun does actually come out, we don’t take its rays seriously enough. It doesn’t take long for direct sunlight to have a harmful effect on our skin, and so if we’re going to make an effort to protect our skin from sun rays, we might as well protect our skin, and the environment, from harmful chemicals too. Made from natural zinc oxide and cotton extract, which is rich in vitamin E, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, pai’s fast absorbing sunscreen has been made for sensitive skin. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/c7bcd785-81f6-4ecc-8c95-3bfa5dba234d/Screenshot+2024-06-04+at+16.17.37.png The Conscious Luxury Column - Elevate your Camping Experience with these Festival Season Essentials - Natural Deodorant - Salt of the Earth Ocean & Coconut Natural Deodorant Refillable Spray 100ml When it comes to freshening up, we have limited options. At the very least, natural, aluminium-free spray deodorant means there’s no gassing out you or your campmates with highly toxic chemicals. Salt of the Earth sprays are drip free, dry quickly, and have a number of unisex scents. The brand even has a Foot Deodorant Spray in Peppermint & Tea Tree that has won several awards. Perhaps something to think about if you’re planning on wearing a pair of Doc Martin's all weekend… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/ae2bfa3c-f3de-4f40-b635-a37dfefe87ac/image-asset.png The Conscious Luxury Column - Elevate your Camping Experience with these Festival Season Essentials - Changing Robe - dryrobe Advance Long Sleeve Now, we may find ourselves changing outfits in some very awkward positions, due to the limiting standing height of some tents, and trying to respectfully avoid baring all to our campmates. Well, consider this problem solved! Providing protection from all the elements, the dryrobe is an essential part of any outdoor enthusiasts packing list. Its durable waterproof outer and super-warm inner lining is perfect for cooler evenings, and is designed to offer ample space to change outfits. Made with 100% recycled fabrics and PFC-free water-repellent technology, the quick-drying fleece lining allows for multiple uses throughout the day without needing to dry it in between. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/8c444591-189c-450d-8066-0c6539944efb/image-asset.jpeg The Conscious Luxury Column - Elevate your Camping Experience with these Festival Season Essentials - Poncho - Rainkiss Malika Favre 'Animo Petrol' - Rain Poncho Now, let’s face it, it’s probably going to rain and we want to avoid the discomfort of feeling and looking like a drowned rat at all costs. The black bin bag isn’t cute, and the plastic disposable ponchos aren’t exactly effective or cute either. Introducing Amsterdam-based brand, Rainkiss. Made from recycled polyester, Rainkiss ponchos have a wide selection of fun designs, perfect for festivals, as well as some more city appropriate styles for when you’re caught in the rain leaving work. They’re long in coverage but light enough to put over your festival outfit so that you’re not too hot amongst the crowds. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6624ffc6ce05086da897cf75/00e1fd72-9968-4bdb-b81f-afef9c2500e8/image-asset.png The Conscious Luxury Column - Elevate your Camping Experience with these Festival Season Essentials - Dry Shampoo - Amika perk up plus extended clean dry shampoo Some of us can go a week or more without washing our hair. Others, only a few days. Yet, when you’re up against the elements a camping festival brings, your hair will inevitably need a bit of attention, and Amika’s perk up plus is just for that. 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Vast tracts of land are cleared for mining operations, destroying its ecosystem and soil degradation, inflicting even more water shortages. Hazardous air pollutants released during the production and mining process mean working conditions are also appalling. Many workers have been held at gunpoint to work longer hours and work in already life-threatening conditions. Many have lost their lives during operations, including children, trapped after collapses or long-term exposure to hazardous chemicals and conditions. 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