Ways to enjoy the festive season without being wasteful Sometimes it seems like Christmas gets bigger (and more expensive) every year – with gifts, food, decorations, clothing and other treats getting more extravagant all the […]
Ideas and tips for a more environmentally friendly lifestyle There is a lot of information out there about the need for sustainability and the different eco-friendly methods we should adopt. Living sustainably can seem expensive […]
Why Bamboo clothing is the perfect choice for comfort as well as a more ethical wardrobe Fashion is probably the world’s biggest polluter. The industry depletes resources, pollutes water and air and creates a lot […]
Patra highlights the importance of natural fabrics and the relationship between nature and fashion The link between fashion and nature is intrinsic and long-standing. For centuries we have been using natural resources, everything from feathers […]
Does good, feels good, looks good: Why Bamboo makes an excellent fabric In the modern world it’s important to make the right choices – from reducing plastic to being generally less wasteful. And you can […]
Sustainable, breathable and comfortable Tencel clothing The latest fabric that is taking the fashion world (and beyond) by storm is Tencel. Despite not being a recent development, Tencel has managed to make brands and consumers […]
Give your wardrobe an all-natural update and look after sensitive skin Many of you, like me may have been born with hyper-sensitive skin and find that wearing garments made of synthetic materials such as polyester, […]
Declutter your wardrobe and stay stylish in natural fabrics Do you ever have the feeling that you’ve got too many clothes yet nothing to wear? If so, it’s time to streamline your wardrobe. Using versatile […]
International silk retailer, Patra Silk, warns of green-flag waving in the silk industry, with eco-silk, or peace silk, activists focusing on protecting silk moths, while neglecting to tackle other areas of the garment manufacturing industry. […]