50 Shades of Red

Browsing  through  a marketing  report,                                                                                                   I was informed that red lipstick sales are rising  as the’ lipstick index‘ is back.

The term was coined by Leonard Lauder – then-chairman of Estee Lauder – during the 2001 recession and treats lipstick sales  as an indicator of economic trouble : Women tend to turn to inexpensive indulgences  in times of austerity.

 Moreover, Colour Psychology points out that Red being  the colour of fire and blood  is associated with energy, war, danger, strength, power, determination as well as passion, desire, and love.

No wonder Red lipstick, became a wartime essential,   boosting morale during  WW2!

No wonder Red lipstick  has become              the –affordable-   quick fix during these turbulent times.

So make your day and start wearing  your red lipstick  but  take it a step further and make somebody’s else day too:                           Choose  your Red Lipstick from a cruelty free/not tested on animals range.                         Luckily, there are numerous  cruelty free brands to suit every pocket.

And if you think that your single consciously sourced  red lipstick might be  too little  to make a difference, I’ll remind you of Dalai Lama’s  XIV quote:

 “If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.”

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Spring has sprung

Founded in 2010, Ecoluxe London is a not-for-profit platform  supporting luxury with an ethos.

The Ecoluxe London Team see environmental respect and self-respect as two sides of the same life. Our footprint is careful and light and our every action seeks to benefit every part of the community.

Initially responsive to designers and brands alone, the Ecoluxe philosophy now embraces anyone who seeks an oasis in the midst of our frantic everyday lives.

The Ecoluxe London blog aspires to become a haven where the reader is encouraged to stop, look, think, and listen to their inner self.

We will speak of places where time has slowed down and the person comes first, and where merchandise with a gentle tread, free from all cruelty and negligence, entreats the soul.

We will recall for you the joy of envisaging that holiday, browsing a funky market, trying out a new dish, gaining inspiration for that new outfit, supporting a worthwhile cause, or meeting interesting new people.

Whatever it is that makes life rich, Ecoluxe London will seek it out, see it anew, and bring it to you!     We do not claim to be heaven on earth but in the Ecoluxe blog we think you will find a little drop of Heaven.

Ecoluxe London welcomes you and it bids you share the good things and make them yours.

 

 

 

 

 

 

EcoluxeLondon: London Fashion Week Events, S/S 16

Ecoluxe London defines  Sustainable  Fashion   as  the  creation  of fashionable  item,  always   taking  into  consideration  the  most  appropriate  combination   of  social,  environmental  and  financial  parameters at  any  given  time.

In simple words,  Sustainable   fashion  is  all  about                                     People  –  Planet  – Profit

Hence:    minimal  carbon  footprint,  renewable  sources,  respect of  traditional crafts  & customs,  reinforcement  of  local  economy.

Although  the   items  included  in  these  capsule exhibitions share  the  same  elements  of  sustainable  fashion ,each   and  everyone  has  its  own  unique  story  to tell…

Looking forward to meeting  you there,

                          Stamo                                                                                                 Ecoluxe London  Co-founder & Director 

 

Sun:Hope, Joy, Color

The iconic sunflower is a symbol of positive energy, faith and hope. 

                                                         

 

Katy Perry wore a sunflower dress to express her support and inspire people during her Taipei concert, 28^th of April 2015. ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

 

 

 

 

 

Add a bit of sunshine to your wardrobe with a luxurious linen suit and skirt made ”by Stamo”.

 

 

 

 

 

For more details please follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

 

 

Celebrating EcoluxeLondon’s 10th edition …

LOTS 7,22 & 13

MORE HAPPY BIDDING!

     Grab yourself a bargain or an incredible one-off piece!

The auction will run from the 5th until the 28th of February 2014 .

             All proceeds will go towards Fine Cell Work.

 If you would like to bid please email us at:  

silentauction@ecoluxelondon.org quoting the lot number on the subject of the email   Please state your name and contact details along with the amount you would like to spend on the item.    Once the bidding is closed then we will contact you if you are succesfull.

                                             Happy Bidding!

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Cork???????? In Ecoluxe London diaries????

All the way from Portugal cork will be catwalking for us in London.

During Ecoluxe London sustainable luxury fashion show!

On 17th February, 19.00. Kingsway Hall Covent Garden.

 

 

http://www.fashioncorkuk.com/

 

Ecoluxe London diaries: Deploy Demi Couture

DEPLOY demi-couture is a distinctive British pioneer in sustainable high-end fashion.

Combining design innovation with inherent thoughtfulness, DEPLOY brings couture tailoring to every woman’s wardrobe.

Glad to have the on our catwalk on the 17th February!

HAPPY BIDDING !

Welcome to our silent auction in benefit of Fine Cell Work!

Fine Cell Work  is a social enterprise that trains prisoners in paid, skilled, creative needlework  —  undertaken in the long hours spent in their cells — to foster hope, discipline and self-esteem. This helps them to connect to society and to leave prison with the confidence and financial means to  stop offending.

    We have some incredible items  donated from  brands all over the world,  including special donations from well established fashion houses with unique customisations by Fine Cell Work.

   The auction will run from the 5th until the 28th of February 2014 .

        Grab yourself a bargain or an incredible one-off piece!

             All proceeds will go towards Fine Cell Work.

 If you would like to bid pleaseemail us at:   silentauction@ecoluxelondon.org quoting the lot number on the subject of the email.                                                                                         Please state your name and contact details along with the amount you would like to spend on the item.                                                                   Once the bidding is closed then we will contact you if you are succesfull.

                                          Happy Bidding!

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