New Look La Luminata

Step on over to the new La Luminata Sustainable Design & Trends Magazine. Officially launched on 1st September 2009, with new and improved sections, hip new writers and an extension of the work of La Luminata, we hope that you will come and subscribe to our work of sustainable love!

Ode to Olenhaus

Oh hot pink a/w 2009 boots from Olenhaus…how I did not realise that I needed you in my life until now. Your so pink, and shiny and edgy and so very vegan, yet so wearable. Your a vintage pair of shoes in the making…a siren of the street, an eco statement of the highest level, ’super- powered’ boots.  And your not available…(yet!).

Fine Fairtrade Jewellery

Toranj is a London based jewellery designers that create limited edition fine jewellery.  The whole process of making the jewellery pieces happens in London, with the aim of supporting local industry and fair trade. Toranj uses only conflict-free diamonds and creates jewellery which nurtures both Eastern & Western values. My only wish is that they replace the suede gift boxes with something a little more eco-friendly.

Peppermint

Calling all crafters, sewers and self-stylists. Peppermint Magazine is a treat for the eyes and hands of the creatively minded. Featuring a real girl in her own clothes on the front cover, recycled pages, interviews from craft-makers and natural beauty. This is the magazine version of a cute craft blog.

Illuminated Porcini

Mushrooms inspired this set of ‘Porcini’ Lamps, bringing a series of organic shapes together to form this sustainable lighting. Created using naturally sustainable materials; Tasmanian Oak, a non-endangered timber species sourced from Australian sustainable forests finished with natural Australian beeswax, and 100% pure new wool upholstery, which is both biodegradable and renewable. The hand-crafted feel of these items reflects the elements of its nature.

Recycled Lego Necklace

Loving this recycled necklace sent in by eco designer Camilla Hounsell. This quirky piece would work well teamed with a simple fitted black/white dress, or a pencil skirt teamed with a soft organic t-shirt.

Heaven…

…Is a body wash which detoxifies your skin in the shower and reduces fluid retention.   It detoxes your body from the outside in. Contains patchouli, ylang ylang and sandalwood which will refresh, restore and tone the skin. The full range of skin and body treatments combine the potent power of nature with the latest breakthroughs in beauty technology.

Smelling of Roses

Gorgeous Pukka rosewater can be used to remove the last traces of make-up, refresh the skin and in the process helps to reduce fine lines. The Organic Rosewater is distilled from Rosa damascena flowers, grown at high altitude, which helps to optimise oil content and impart its wonderful fragrance.

Fairtrade Bubble & Balm

After a long day rushing around meetings in London, a long hot soak in the bath was just what I needed. Not one for using bubble bath as they’re often full of nasty chemicals, the Bubble & Balm Herbal Mint Body & Bath Oil was a welcome relief. Made using Fairtrade shea butter, the bath oil – although oddly minty, has an aroma of lavender and other delightful goodness. Despite sounding like a pretty strange combination, it actually makes for both a refreshing (the mint) and relaxing (the lavender) bath, that is also really subtle. The oil also works as a bit of a moisturiser too, without being too oily which is a bonus.

By Amy at Gossip

Butterfly Eco Candles

How pretty are these sweet candles by the St Eval Candle Company ‘As Nature Intended’.  The range of four coloured/fragranced candles each has a beautiful butterfly flock pattern on the glass and comes in its own presentation gift box.  Each candle contains natural vegetable wax, a cotton wick and essential oils to be ‘as nature intended’ and has a burn time of approximately fifty hours. Perfect for late summer evenings or a gift for a stressed out friend.