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Sustainable musings
Where does ethical responsibility lie: with individuals, brands or the government?
Life under lockdown
Why we decided to launch in the coronavirus pandemic: a note from the founders
Food delivery boxes:
Peelham Farm meat delivery
Peelham Farm is an organic online butcher, but its charcuterie is what will really have you coming back for more
Soleshare fish box scheme
Soleshare is an ethical fish and seafood scheme and member's organisation that delivers directly from the sea to the city
Eversfield Organic
Soil Association-certified organic farm Eversfield delivers everything from top-quality veg to wild game and charcuterie to your door
Sole of Discretion fish delivery
Pioneering fish supplier Sole of Discretion goes above and beyond to preserve the marine environment with a unique approach
Field & Flower
Field & Flower set out to deliver grass-fed beef to people's doors. Today, it provides meat boxes that tick all the sustainability boxes
Oddbox
Oddbox rescues produce that would have gone to waste, fighting food waste and climate change one box of wonky veg at a time
Live Frankly Fashion Favourites:
Gung Ho London
Environmental issues lie at the core of this brilliantly creative and brilliantly ethical fashion brand, where bright, bold prints reign supreme
Valentina Karellas
Independent London-based brand Valentina Karellas uses unloved yarns to create much-loved unique, handmade knitwear
Leticia Credidio
Leticia Credidio knows the power of good rest – which is why her luxe loungewear will have you drifting off faster than you can say... Zzzz
Vildnis
For the ultimate capsule wardrobe, look no further than Vildnis. These clothes are as cool as they come – and never compromise on ethics
The Natural Edition
The Natural Edition creates its understated clothing with completely organic cotton for, long-lasting quality, a brilliant fit and a luxe feel
Eating Out (post lockdown):
Brigade Bar + Kitchen, London Bridge
Brigade Bar + Kitchen has a great location, a great menu, and supports a great cause, with many of its staff being rehabilitated ex-offenders
Moshi Moshi restaurant
You don't know sushi till you've been to this tiny hidden gem, where sourcing and skill reign
Silo London, Hackney
Chef Doug McMaster is on a mission: to prove that a truly zero-waste restaurant can exist, and that its food can be top-notch, too
Duke of Cambridge, Angel
The Duke of Cambridge takes pub food up a level and then some, using incredible organic produce from the vaunted Riverford farm
The Dairy, Clapham
Robin Gill and The Dairy have championed brilliant local produce since day dot, showcasing them with an affordable tasting menu
Cub restaurant, Hoxton
A restaurant and bar that will change the way you think about food and drink
Oklava, Shoreditch
Selin Kiazim's sleek, modern take on Turkish-Cypriot cuisine has made her a big name on London food scene, and rightly so
Daylesford Café
Go to one of Daylesford's cafés to pick up farm-fresh produce, stay for tea, cake... or a seasonal supper and a glass of wine
Luminary Bakery, Hackney
The Luminary Bakery supports women in need, providing training and employment. Oh, and it makes show-stopping cakes
Blacklock
A modern British chophouse, with meat from rare and native breeds cooked over charcoal on the famous Blacklock Foundry iron
What exactly is sustainability?
Fashion
What is sustainable fashion? And how do you know if a fashion brand is genuinely ethical?
Sustainable musings
Where does ethical responsibility lie: with individuals, brands or the government?
Eating In:
The Estate Dairy
The Estate Dairy set out to create the ultimate milk for coffee. Thanks to some happy cows and complicated science, they've managed it...
Divine Chocolate
Divine Chocolate is one of the industry leaders when it comes to cocoa farming, and every bar you buy does a world of good
The Ethical Dairy
This dairy is turning the farming industry on its head, keeping calves with their mothers after birth – and making delicious cheese
FAIR. Drinks
FAIR. is the world's first Fairtrade-certified spirits brand.Try an espresso martini made with the café liqueur and you'll be sold, too
Small Beer
South Bermondsey brewery Small Beer makes low ABV beers designed to be drunk anytime, and using much less water than other breweries
Tony’s Chocolonely
Tony's Chocolonely makes moreish chocolate. But you shouldn't feel bad about this indulgence, because every bar fights slavery
Union Hand-Roasted Coffee
Union Roasted's coffee is in the top 2% of coffees around the world for quality, but it goes above and beyond to support the farmers too
Karma Cola
Karma Cola is turning the soft drinks industry on its head, creating profitable, delicious products that are sustainable and socially responsible
Yeo Valley
Yeo Valley's yoghurt, milk, butter and ice cream are supermarket favourites, but this is a brand with a serious approach to sustainability
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More fashion brands we love:
Hiut Denim Co
Hiut Denim Co lovingly creates seriously high-quality jeans with a slow fashion ethos... in the unlikely town of Cardigan in Wales
MUD Jeans
The right pair of jeans is a style staple, and Mud has you covered no matter what you're after – and you can rent your jeans, too
Lara Intimates
Lara Intimates' structured yet sexy underwear will make any body feel beautiful – and it's made ethically in London to boot
People Tree
People Tree is one of the OGs of ethical fashion, and its collections have stood the test of time thanks to their contemporary style
Brothers We Stand
Brothers We Stand holds every brand it works with to high welfare standards, and works to reduce its environmental impact
ECOALF
Newsflash! Ethical puffa jackets and outdoor gear exist. Put your purchasing power to seriously good use with eco warriors Ecoalf
Mamoq
Online department store MAMOQ makes sustainable style easy, with cool clothes and accessories to suit any budget
Cauz clothing
Cauz donates £5 from every sale to a children's charity. And that's just for starters – read more to find out about its ethical initiatives
Patagonia Outdoor clothing
Patagonia says it's 'in business to save our home planet', creating legendary outdoor gear with a pioneering approach
Mi Apparel
Mi Apparel was founded on the belief that fashion is fun, beautiful, radical and rebellious – as well as ethical and transparent
Leticia Credidio
Leticia Credidio knows the power of good rest – which is why her luxe loungewear will have you drifting off faster than you can say... Zzzz
Rapanui
Isle of Wight-based Rapanui is on a mission: to eradicate waste from the fashion industry. How? You'll just have to read about it...
Nudie Jeans
Nudie Jeans creates great-looking denim that will last through wear and tear, while maintaining a strong focus on the welfare of its workers
Gung Ho London
Environmental issues lie at the core of this brilliantly creative and brilliantly ethical fashion brand, where bright, bold prints reign supreme
Valentina Karellas
Independent London-based brand Valentina Karellas uses unloved yarns to create much-loved unique, handmade knitwear
Outland Denim
Outland Denim's jeans are Meghan Markle's favourite for a very good reason – they look good, do good and are made to last
The Natural Edition
The Natural Edition creates its understated clothing with completely organic cotton for, long-lasting quality, a brilliant fit and a luxe feel
Birdsong clothing
Birdsong's bright colours and feminist vibe have earned it a cult following. So you can look seriously good while doing serious good
Elvis & Kresse
Iconic accessories brand Elvis & Kresse makes cool clutches, holdalls and much, much more out of discarded London fire hoses
Monkee Genes
Monkee Genes is on a mission to make ethical products more accessible, which means you can buy the perfect pair of jeans for just £50...
Vildnis
For the ultimate capsule wardrobe, look no further than Vildnis. These clothes are as cool as they come – and never compromise on ethics
See Me jewellery
See Me's bold jewellery is made by women who have survived violence, teaching them vital skills to support their families
69b Boutique
69b Boutique is a one-stop bricks-and-mortar shop on East London's Broadway Market, selling stylish, sustainable clothing
One Small Shop
One Small Shop is a 100% vegan shop, offering natural skincare and ethically made clothing, accessories and homewares
Beauty brands:
One Small Shop
One Small Shop is a 100% vegan shop, offering natural skincare and ethically made clothing, accessories and homewares
Odylique natural skincare
Designed for eczema sufferers, Odylique is the sensitive skincare saviour, with beautiful and beautifully mild products
Lush skincare
Move over angsty teenagers; we want to be first in line for Lush's fun, functional and pioneering ethical products – even the bath bombs
Reading list – what’s on our radar:
Soil Association
Lizzie’s knowledge of organic and sustainability is second-to-none and we’re looking forward to continuing to work with her at Live Frankly.
Fairtrade
We very much welcome the launch of Live Frankly, the new ethical lifestyle directory that holds human, animal and environmental welfare at the heart of their business model.
Odylique
Lizzie and her team are great to work with; highly efficient, organised and ethical to the core. They understood our products very quickly an are a natural extension of our team.
Gung Ho
Live Frankly puts the fun back into ethical shopping, they do the research so you don’t have to. After all, shopping should be guilt free and enjoyable not a chore!
