HULA's Latest X'mas Eco-Gift Guide
by HULA on Dec 11, 2020
It's gifting month again! Wrapped presents, pretty bows and Christmas cards, who doesn't love the holiday season? It's the month of joy and celebration but it could also easily turn into the month of mindless consumption. Having the market flooded with so many traditional (or unsustainable) gifting options, it might not be easy to discover small and indie brands that provide great eco-gifting options. We've done the hard work and research for those of you who care to make a difference this year. Scroll down for our list of sustainable and giftable items this Christmas.
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Rouso Label
Rouso's material sourcing, design and manufacturing processes is a reflection of its brand ethos -- creatingly each garment with care and love by being conscious and ethical. Rouso seeks out leftover fabrics and trim waste from various vendors (including manufacturers and fabric mills). Both chic and timeless, check out their latest limited edition created from deadstock!View this post on Instagram
YUNOTME
Luxury made-to-order headbands designed and produced in Hong Kong are made from deadstock materials -- meaning a lot of its headbands are strictly limited! Each piece is carefully designed by sustainability advocate Gloria Yu, having a B2C business model at the same time also allows a lower price markup, enabling Gloria to share her creativity with more women.
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LOVE FROM BLUE
Launched by ex-fashion merchandiser and Redress Design Award finalist, Alice and Grace co-created their knitwear brand LOVE FROM BLUE. Sustainability is their number one core value when it comes to crafting their knitwear collections. Each collection is made from deadstock materials and each style is created with limited quantity to minimise overproduction and waste. To make their pieces extra special and artisanal, they collab with local artist, mixing fashion with art. Pre-order your jumper now to get yours for the new years!
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Sol Label
Powered by a kickstarter fundraising campaign, Sol Label is a sleepwear brand made for everyone with considerations of the planet. Their trademarked SelfWear fabric is made from natural fibres and rests on the body like a second-skin. Sustainability is one of their key brand pillars and their commitment to the environment -- their collaboration with Canopy helps them create business solutions to protect the world's ancient and endangered forests.
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Happy Baton
No more mountains of kids' toys that your children have outgrown. Get on Happy Baton's toy rental subscription list to get monthly curated toy boxes that grow with your child. Each box is tailored to your child's unique personality and developmental needs! The best part? These toys are to be swapped monthly so none of them goes to waste - kind of like HULA but for your kiddies!View this post on Instagram
Retykle
Circular fashion but for your ever-growing toddler. Dress your toddler in pre-loved and new designer fashion and teach them about the circular model at the same time.View this post on Instagram
Malabar Baby
Eco-friendly blankets, beddings, towels and plush toys, Malabar Baby specialises in handmade and organic cotton muslin swaddles. Luxurious and simple, they're your nursery essentials -- perfect to stock up on before the little one arrives! For your home...View this post on Instagram
The Flower People
Sustainable and eco-certified, you can't miss The Flower People's artful and rustic flower arrangements which are always wrapped in recyclable packaging. They're also creating sustainable wreathes this year, designed to last for a long time with their dried flowers and fruits components.View this post on Instagram
Jane Eve Candles
Candles made from 100% soy wax and essential oils, Jane Eves candles leave a clean and all-natural burn without giving off any harmful carcinogens (this stuff promotes cancer!). Soy wax is also natural, renewable and biodegradable.View this post on Instagram
Baea
Beautiful and soft contemporary beddings made from organic cotton could keep you in bed all day and night. Baea's beddings and interior decors are made to last. Their selection of materials and processes also ensures the least impact on the environment.
