‘Love Sustainable Shopping’ look book.
Nowadays, we’re seeing so much technological advancement, changing values in society, and evolving customer behaviour. Many of us are more conscious of the environmental and social impacts of our buying decisions and look for sustainability and ethical sourcing in what we buy, so we’ve decided to focus our look book on Sustainable Shopping and showcase some of our retailers’ ‘kind & caring’ products and their schemes which seek to protect the planet for future generations. We hope it inspires and informs for when you head in-centre to shop, or ‘click and collect’ with Elmsleigh.
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Responsible fashion & accessories
To quote River Island, ‘every thread counts’… Whether using organic or responsibly sourced cotton (many retailers are now part of Better Cotton), lower-impact man-made fibres such as Lenzing, LenzingEcovero, and Livaeco from Birla Cellulose, or recycled fabrics, you’ll find fashion which is pledging to help the planet and producers. Here’s a snapshot.
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F.Hinds: Radley recycled leather strap watch
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H&M: Hoodie
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Matalan: Yumi recycled fox print shirt midi dress
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Moss Bros: Recycled cashmiele scarf
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New Look: White teddy crop jumper
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Primark: Slim cargo trousers
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River Island: Molly mid-rise super skinny fit jeans
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Vision Express: Arnette sunglasses
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Sustainable shoes
Taking steps to help the earth we live on is part of the footwear sustainability journey. Many companies use natural rubber for soles, certified by the FSC, and have links with the Leather Working Group to promote ‘responsible’ use of the product. Others design using recycled materials and organic cotton canvas. Why not take a look at the trends.
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Argos: black snake print vegan ballerina shoes
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Clarks: Foxing Nature Kid
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Deichmann: Nike Revolution lace-up trainers
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New Look: Black Suedette pointed block heel boots
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Shoezone: Wrangler Jacky navy knitted mesh shoe
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Sports Direct: Blowfish oiled vegan nubuck boots
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Planet positive beauty
The beauty industry is joining together to encourage being environmentally responsible and prioritising people and the planet. Whether it’s becoming a B-Corp or part of the British Beauty Council’s Sustainable Beauty Coalition, it helps promote the cause. We've found some products that you might like to try.
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Argos: Stylpro sustainable beauty gift set
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Grape Tree: BetterYou magnesium sleep lotion
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Holland & Barrett: Ethique Bliss Bar face cleansing bar
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Superdrug: Truthbrush bamboo interdental brushes
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The Body Shop: Coconut body butter
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The Fragrance Shop: UpCircle Santelle
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Sourcing sustainably for the home
There are many sustainable materials on the market for homewares, including bamboo, cork, reclaimed wood, jute, and more, plus a groundswell of interest in upcycling and recycling. Why not embrace eco-consciousness as you browse our look book, then pop in-store to find out more?
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Matalan: Be Kind rainbow 100% recycled cushion
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Menkind: Bamboo pizza paddle
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Primark: Primark Cares grey bath towel
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Robert Dyas: Tala vegan food wax wraps
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Tesco: Recycled cotton terry tea towel
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Waterstones: The Sustainable Home
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Eco-conscious sports & leisure
Whilst major sporting bodies, such as UK Sport, Sport England, and The British Association for Sustainable Sport work on delivering positive impacts industry-wide, manufacturers push forward to use eco-friendly, recyclable, non-toxic, and biodegradable solutions for products. Examples can be found here.
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Argos: Recycled lake golf balls
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Primark: 5-pack trainer socks
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Robert Dyas: NBB double chess activity top recycled plastic table with benches
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Sports Direct: Air Jordan Jumpman sustainable pant
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Trespass: Briana women’s DLX eco-friendly half zip active top
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Waterstones: Sport & Sustainable Development: An Introduction
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Eating to save the world
Information abounds about healthy and sustainable eating, such as by the British Nutrition Foundation, and work is happening worldwide promoting sustainable food and farming systems, groups involved including the Sustainable Food Trust. Our cafes and stores have fantastic healthy food and drink choices, so let's tickle your tastebuds.
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Auntie Anne’s: mango sorbet gelato
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Costa: Fuze Tea, green tea
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Grape Tree: Mornflake Mighty Oats organic porridge oats
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Holland & Barrett: Kallo beetroot & balsamic vinegar veggie cakes
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Superdrug: Elite All Blacks HiLo protein bar
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Tesco: sliced greens
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Circular solutions
The ‘circular economy’ is gathering pace in the effort to reach net zero. WRAP outlines some of the ways in which this is being targeted. Various schemes are in place across our brands, some you might know; others may be new to you.
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Clarks: ShoeShare scheme
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H&M: Rewards for the choices you make
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Primark: Love it for Longer scheme
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River Island: Take Back scheme
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Robert Dyas: Recycling household batteries
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The Body Shop: Refills
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Company commitments
Sustainability statements by companies across all sectors are gathering apace. We’ve picked out a few amongst our retailers which you might want to read for interest.
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Clarks
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Costa
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New Look
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Primark
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River Island
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Tesco