17Sep By Stellar Woman MagazineNo Comments

Mind & Body

Rewire the Brain. Reset the Mind – By Dr. Catherine Jackson

For many of us when we think of brain health and care we think of fancy equipment, high priced services and often expensive supplements. However, taking care of and protecting the brain does not have to cost a fortune or require lots of gadgets. In fact, there are several simple and free ways to care for and love your brain.  One no cost, easy to do way of rewiring the brain and resetting the mind that’s accessible to everyone is something most of us do or have done at some point in our lives, expressing gratitude. This is a simple practice that can go a long way in changing how we feel and think and also to aid in healthy brain functioning.  Dr. Catherine Jackson Gratitude Defined The Webster Dictionary defines gratitude as “an emotion of the heart, excited by a favo...

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17Sep By Stellar Woman MagazineNo Comments

Thriving

Diana Richardson – Phillipus On Transformational Leadership and Why Women Should Reach Their Full Potential

Who is Diana Richardson – Phillipus? My name is Diana Richardson- Phillipus, I have had quite the journey in my life from the time I was born. I am a Pennsylvania native, however I have resided in numerous places from childhood. I like to think that this is what has also contributed to my journey to entrepreneurship. I always knew that I wanted to be an entrepreneur! The stumbling block for me during that time was in what capacity. I’ve always been the type of person that would willingly offer up any type of service from ministering to my friends and family. I have been an avid reader all my life and I particularly enjoyed books that spoke to the power of the Law of Attraction. I remember the very first book on this topic that was introduced to me back in 2001 from a co-worker at the...

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17Sep By Stellar Woman MagazineNo Comments

Mind & Body

Run Well, Stay Strong, Avoid Pain – Christina Neal

Enjoy the many health benefits of running – including a more positive mindset – while reducing your injury risk. Running has numerous health benefits. It’s great for improving heart health, keeping your weight down, and reducing your risk of diabetes and certain cancers. I personally love the idea of keeping my heart healthy through regular running and you don’t have to be super fit or fast to reap the benefits. Running strengthens your heart by decreasing your resting heart rate and improving the size and strength of the heart itself. Experts believe that, from the very first running session (regardless of your speed) you’ll have made a positive change to your heart muscle. However, to keep improving heart health and maintain the benefits, you’ll need to run regularly, ideally ...

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17Sep By Stellar Woman MagazineNo Comments

Cover Story, Thriving

Ceil Stanford on Success and Leading With Passion

Ceil Stanford is a coach, leader, business owner, entrepreneur, investor and mother. She is consistently recognized as a leader who teaches applicable and revolutionary processes for personal and professional development, helping others to develop their “inner champions.” Ceil transforms lives in extraordinary ways across the globe with entrepreneurs, business leaders, investors, go-getters, parents, athletes and performers alike. In this interview with Stellar Woman Magazine she opens up about what success means to her and so much more. See excerpts below So what does leadership mean to you? Leadership to me is walking the talk. I don't respect someone that tells me to do things that they've never done or that they don't know how to do, or that they don'...

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17Sep By Stellar Woman MagazineNo Comments

Business

‘Leadership is a Mindset’ by Ann Justi

What if you could use your position of power to make yourself a better person? What if you don’t manage or think of yourself as a leader? This article's advice will help you learn and behave as a leader. Leadership is not a title, it’s a mindset. A leadership mindset involves having certain attitudes, beliefs, and expectations that create the foundation of who you are, how you lead others, and how you interact with and influence your colleagues. Mindsets are leaders’ mental lenses that dictate what information they take in and use to make sense of and navigate the situations they encounter. Simply, mindsets drive what leaders do and why. Self-improvement is the key to leadership. You don't have to be a leader to be an example of what it means to grow, change, and learn. You ...

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17Sep By Stellar Woman MagazineNo Comments

Business, Cover Story

“Staff need to feel valued and appreciated” – Monica Bradley

What are the qualities of a good business leader? Monica Bradley, Managing Director of Cheam-based mortgage broker, MB Associates, talks about her values and beliefs in business. Running a successful business is not just about keeping clients happy, although of course that’s hugely important. An equally crucial aspect of being a business owner and ensuring things run smoothly is keeping staff motivated and making them feel valued. If your staff don’t feel appreciated, they may grow demoralised and eventually you could lose them entirely. This was demonstrated in a 2018 survey from online learning company Udemy. Its survey revealed that nearly half of all employees said they’d quit a job due to a bad manager. Some 60 per cent of staff said they thought their managers needed managerial...

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16Sep By Stellar Woman MagazineNo Comments

Business

Three Obstacles To Being A Hero – Divya Parekh

In the world of superheroes, every hero has their Achilles heel that can bring them down. Superman had his kryptonite. Iron Man had his vanity. If someone chained together Wonder Woman’s “Bracelets of Submission,” she would lose her Amazonian super strength. From a literary point of view, it makes sense. If there were no obstacles for superheroes, there would be no drama in what they had to do. Divya Parekh In the world of business and entrepreneurship, aim to be a hero. We want to be outstanding in our fields. Most people look at being a hero in the real sense of the word — namely, to positively affect and help more people. After all, isn’t that what true heroes do? The problem is that, like superheroes, we all have obstacles that get into our way. These can have the same ne...

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14Sep By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Cover Story

Welcome to Issue 6 of Stellar Woman Magazine

It is gratifying to be bringing you the amazing stellar women in issue 6. Issue 6 is about leadership. All the women interviewed are in top leadership roles in different sectors and across the globe. We have covered fashion, music, technology, aviation, and business, and all the stories are shared from the heart. “If not me, then who?” words of Rachel B Lee echoed into my ears and brought a vibration into my body during the interview as I realised this was the whole purpose, of not only this issue, but also the magazine. We’re all called to greatness and our journey with you is to ensure that you realise this. One of the ways we do this is through stories that relate to you or the knowledge or skill that you need to fill the gap and enable new possibilities. It is a pleasure to share th...

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2Jun By Martin KagweriNo Comments

Mind & Body

Welcome to Issue 5

Feeling like we’re now fully back to normal with so much excitement about life after the experience we went through during the pandemic. This has revealed that human beings are resilient, have love for life and that we’re greater than the situations that occur in the world. It is with great pleasure that issue 5 comes with those vibes. The vibes that electrify the beauty and impact of stories and knowledge of the powerful women. https://youtu.be/wrHRb5pu-k8 These women have revealed that women are indeed a force for good and that knowledge is a key catalyst in transformation. At Stellar Woman magazine, we’re excited to be joining in the celebration of Her Majesty the Queen of England’s Platinum Jubilee. The Queen is so STELLAR!! I have always loved and admired Her Majesty. I have...

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2Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Thriving

Alison Edgar on Leveraging The Power of Strategy in Entrepreneurship and Business Development

Meet Alison Edgar MBE, Stellar Woman Magazine Issue 5's cover woman. We are elated to feature such an incredible stellar woman as a our cover woman. Edgar, who is also known as “The Entrepreneur’s Godmother” to a plethora of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs, brings a matchless amalgamation of outside of the box thinking, insight, and knowledge to large organisations. Starting her business at age 46, she was in the shoes of the delegates for most of her life. In a world full of conference speakers, she is a relatable figure for audiences around the globe providing them with lasting impact. She champions that no barrier should hold you back from achieving your goals, be it age, race, gender, or disability. Her teachings have pioneered culture change, enhanced perf...

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2Jun By Stellar Woman MagazineNo Comments

Thriving

Gabrielle Shaw On Strategies She Used to Grow Her Business into an Award-winning Agency

Gabrielle Shaw set up her firm to focus on reputation management for brands in 1997. Her award-winning agency has since worked closely with clients, often as lead global comms adviser, for boards, private family offices and entrepreneurs. Innovation is crucial, she says, as is insight into true business value and global consumer temperament. ‘We are at a crossroads where most of our clients are re-thinking what is important and what legacy they will leave,' she says. Gabrielle Shaw Communications helps luxury companies grow, scale and position themselves as innovative global thought leaders through its proprietary Brand Desire Framework. Coming out of lockdown, the agency has significantly grown its fashion, tech, wellness and sustainability practices and its established luxury p...

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2Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Royal Issue

Queen Elizabeth II: A Celebration of Her Platinum Jubilee as British Monarch

The Queen of England: Queen Elizabeth II Alternate titles: Elizabeth Alexandra Mary, Elizabeth II, by the Grace of God, of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and of her other realms and territories Queen, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the FaithBy The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica  Who is Queen Elizabeth II? Elizabeth II, in full Elizabeth Alexandra Mary, officially Elizabeth II, by the Grace of God, of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and of her other realms and territories Queen, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith, (born April 21, 1926, London, England), queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland from February 6, 1952. In 2015 she surpassed Victoria to become the longest-reigning m...

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2Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Royal Issue

St Edward’s Crown, The Centrepiece of the Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom

St Edward's Crown is the centrepiece of the Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom. Named after Saint Edward the Confessor, it has been traditionally used to crown English and British monarchs at their coronations since the 13th century. The original crown was a holy relic kept at Westminster Abbey, Edward's burial place, until the regalia was either sold or melted down when Parliament abolished the monarchy in 1649, during the English Civil War.The present version of St Edward's Crown was made for Charles II in 1661. It is solid gold, 30 centimetres (12 in) tall, weighs 2.23 kilograms (4.9 lb), and is decorated with 444 precious and semi-precious stones. The crown is similar in weight and overall appearance to the original, but its arches are Baroque.After 1689, it was not used to ...

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2Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Royal Issue

Get to know Queen Elizabeth’s Faithful Companions

The Queen has been inseparable from her dogs since she was just a little girl, playing with her family's pups before she was ready to look after her own. She got her first-ever corgi, Susan, as an 18th birthday present, and for decades, she cared for generations of Susan's descendants. Sadly, her final corgi in Susan's line, Willow, passed away in 2018. Willow was followed by Whisper, the Queen's final purebred corgi (though not related to Susan), and Vulcan, a dorgi (dachshund -corgi mix). Nowadays, she has just one dog: Candy, a faithful and friendly dorgi.

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2Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Royal Issue

Queen Elizabeth II Famous 21st Birthday Speech to Commonwealth in South Africa

In celebration of her 21st birthday on April 21, 1947, then Princess Elizabeth soon to be Queen Elizabeth II), broadcast a speech on the radio from Cape Town, South Africa dedicating her life to the service of the commonwealth. "At such a time it is a great help to know that there are multitudes of friends all round the world who are thinking of me and who wish me well. I am grateful and I am deeply moved. As I speak to you today from Cape Town I am six thousand miles from the country where I was born," she said. The speech was written by Dermot Morrah, a 50yr old journalist. Sent by the Times to report on it, the King and his heir presumptive realised that something ought to be done about her 21st birthday. She would make a broadcast speech to the Commonwealth and Dermot was tasked...

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2Jun By Stellar Woman MagazineNo Comments

Cover Story, Mind & Body

Is It True That Your Thoughts Determine Your Life Experience?

What are you thinking right now? If we’re here to live fully and our thoughts are said to be key in determining our life experiences, then we can say that we are fully responsible for what we experience in life. Do you agree? If this is so, what can we do to empower ourselves to have a great life experience? Stella Olivia Kikoyo ‘ Cogito Ergo Sum’ – ‘I think, therefore I AM.’Rene Descartes.  We start this by agreeing to the fact that we’re the thinking entity. We think, therefore we exist. Who thinks? You and I. Can you sperate the thinker from the thinking? Yes you can. Click and watch the video clip below to learn more https://youtu.be/0A6UKoMcE10 Our understanding of thought and the thought process could be key in helping  us to change our life trajectory. Are you e...

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2Jun By Stellar Woman MagazineNo Comments

Business

Why Strategy is Important – Stella Olivia Kikoyo

Strategy!  What is this and does your organisation have one in place?   This is a term that is often used loosely.  Everyone seems to have their own understanding of it albeit most business leaders will agree that they need a strategy.  All businesses need a strategy not only to survive but also to thrive, and definitely this need is greater today than it has ever been before due to increased competition. Yet according to Michael Porter – a professor at Harvard Business School, many organisations or leaders do not strategise. Stella Olivia Kikoyo Whilst there are many definitions (or descriptions) of strategy, I will engage with only a few, which hopefully will provoke your assessment whether you have one. Definition of Strategy Strategy is a plan of ac...

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2Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Business

The Benefits of Having a Business Strategy – Monica Bradley

Are you thinking of setting up your own business, or already running one? Monica Bradley, founder, and Managing Director of award-winning mortgage brokers MB Associates had a clear strategy for her company from day one. Here, she reveals why a firm strategy is key, and how to prepare one… What is a business strategy, and do you need one? The short answer is yes. Simply put, a business strategy is a vision and direction for your company. Having a strategy for your business is hugely important if you want to move forward with a clear purpose. It gives your business a set of values and helps you understand what success means for your company. If you don’t have a strategy, you won’t know when you’ve reached your goals. It’s a bit like going out for a drive without knowing your des...

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2Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Cover Story, Thriving

Liberian Entrepreneur Patrice Juah’s Journey From a Tumultous Childhood to ‘African Icon’ Status

In your own words who is Patrice Juah? What do you do? Patrice Juah is a child of God. She is an International Affairs and Communications Professional, awarding-winning poet, and author, working globally to advance Girls’ Education, Social-Emotional Learning, Women’s Leadership, and Youth Development. She is a perpetual knowledge seeker, adventure lover, and multifaceted woman, with a fascination for languages, and a passion for service and fostering global collaborations. She’s the founder of the Martha Juah Educational Foundation, and its Sexy Like A Book academic and leadership initiative, which takes a social and academic approach to address some of the barriers to girls’ education in Liberia. She’s an Executive of Karanga: The Global Alliance for Social-Emotional Lear ning and ...

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2Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Business

Strategies for Success in Your Goals for Personal Growth – Ann Justi

Write down twenty-two things for 2022 that you want and you think are hard. I know we are past the first quarter of 2022.  Just do it.  Dream big. Now decide on one action towards one of the goals. Set yourself up for success. If you don’t know where to start, look at how someone else did it and follow their example.  Success leaves clues.  If looking does not work for you, then ask.  Yes, it’s scary and most of the time you get a “no” - but sometimes, you will get a “yes,” and you’ll never get the “yes” if you never ask. What if it all worked out?  I recently was talking with a millionaire; no one famous, but someone who tried to achieve his family's dream for several years.  He said that the first ninety days are the hardest when you think ...

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2Jun By Stellar Woman MagazineNo Comments

Beauty, Mind & Body, Wellness

The weather is improving and “SUMMER’’ is here! – Farah Zaidi

It is time to start changing the way we treat our skin. As we emerge into summer, our skin is exposed less to cold/dry air, more to higher moisture levels, more sunshine and warmer temperatures. This is a great time to change and update our skincare routine. To start off with, my favourite, SUNSCREEN! As the sun shines down on us, we need to increase the SPF rating in our skin care. Ideally, a minimum of SPF30 if going about our daily routines. Obviously if you plan to travel and go to warmer climates near the equator you should be opting for higher SPF and trying to avoid the sun at its peak between 11am - 3pm. Try and stay in the shade or at least use light clothing as cover up. I would also recommend to look for a ‘physical sunscreen’ which contains titanium or zinc oxide - the...

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1Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Cover Story, Thriving

Dr. Catherine Jackson Shares Her Strategic Life Decisions: From Humble Beginnings to a Certified Neuro-therapist

Who is Catherine Jackson? First and foremost, I am a child of God.  Professionally, I’m Dr. Catherine Jackson (Dr. J), a licensed clinical psychologist and board certified neuro therapist who specializes in using holistic, trauma-informed and brain-based interventions to help individuals and families reach optimal mental well-being and create the positive changes they desire in their lives and relationships.  A sought-after international speaker and media expert who's been featured in Forbes, Oprah Magazine, The Huffington Post, CNN and many other media outlets, I share a wealth of information with others on topics related to mental wellness, the brain and holistic health. I am the owner of Optimal Neuroholistic Services (ONS), author of The Couch Experience: A Guide to ...

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1Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Mind & Body

Why You Need A Strategy For Your Running – Christina Neal

Do you want to start running or are you already doing it and want to get fitter? Christina Neal explains how to map out a clear strategy that will help you make progress. Whether you’re about to start running or you regularly pound the pavements, having a clear strategy for your running is a great way to stay motivated and avoid injuries. Yes, you could just go out and run and not think about anything other than putting one foot in front of the other. Many people like to shut their minds off and run to enjoy the mental health benefits without worrying about a training plan. But if you want to get fitter and reduce your risk of injury, having a structured training plan or at least a weekly routine for your running will stand you in good stead. Depending on your goals, there are so...

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1Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Business

Why Should You Write a Brand Building Book – Divya Parekh

Question: Why Should YOU Write A Brand-Building Book? There is nothing that can build your brand quite like a well-written book. I know that sounds all nice and sweet, but I wish I knew that back in the day! When I first started, I couldn’t seem to catch a break, no matter what I did, I kept getting knocked down over and over again and It seemed like every sales call would fall flat, I hardly had any conversions. Prospects would come into meetings and I could not point out where I fell short and I tell you what....getting nos from people impacts self-esteem and I felt like crap! The problem? No credibility. Potential clients liked me and my work but were looking for a body of work I had done, I had experience, but I could not share it in a way that builds authority. Desp...

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1Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Mind & Body, Wellness

These Pelvic Floor Exercises Will Get You Back to Living Your Best Life (Literally) – Kim Vopni

https://youtu.be/GZqkluxUDIg Meet Kim Vopni. Described as a leading authority in health & fitness coaching for women with pelvic floor dysfunction, she has helped thousands of women learn how to do pelvic floor exercises, ditch the incontinence pads,  eliminate their prolapse symptoms and get back to living life to the fullest! Just for you, our stellar women, Vopni is sharing pelvic floor workout routines that are fun and thrilling. These routines will not only help eliminate prolapse symptoms, they'll give you the life you've always desired. https://youtu.be/9DoIevKk908 https://youtu.be/4akZ_0FWvMI https://youtu.be/i59odRK_vQk TO ALL STELLAR WOMAN SUBSCRIBERSGET THIS GREAT OFFER TODAYA full 50% off the app offer.Click the link bel...

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1Jun By Hassan Ssentongo1 Comment

Business, Cover Story, Thriving

6 Key Strategies For Female Business Founders Building Their Personal brand – Gabrielle Shaw

Why Cultivating Founder Reputation Matters Hello Stellar Women! Twenty-five years ago, I set out to launch a London communications agency. I had a back room, a dream, and a no-fear attitude. Still, it was daunting that my UK first campaign was none other than Starbucks, but I went for it. We introduced coffee culture to a UK nation of tea drinkers. The rest is history. Today, amongst other things, my agency helps business founders, especially women, grow their personal brand and profile as a means to growing their business. Today’s column features tips for female founders to build their personal reputation as the cornerstone to business success.  The moment has never been better for women to participate in driving the world’s economic and business growth. Global wealth co...

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1Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Cover Story, Thriving

Mary Pagano On Key Strategies Women Need to Thrive and Live a Stellar Life

Hi! My name is Mary Pagano and I have been a prior Tech exec leader in fortune 30 space. Currently, I'm a founder/CEO, board advisor and angel investor to several female-founded companies. Hera the Light of Women, https://www.heracity.org where we are building a smart green city for the future of humanity, for all genders, nationalities, religions, and in honor of women around the globe. I'm the CEO/Founder of Hera Media Group, https://www.heramediagroup.com , a media channel for all things Hera, Hera city, TV, film, podcasts with solutions & stories around the globe, where people are making a positive impact on the planet. In addition, Fem Foundry https://www.fem-foundry.com a new safe & secure social mobile platform on IOS and Android, for women around the wo...

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1Jun By Hassan Ssentongo1 Comment

Mind & Body, Wellness

Diana Mamedova Shares Simple At-home Stretching Workout Routines

The idea of a home workout isn’t always the most exciting. However, if executed right, it might be the best life decision. After what we experienced during lockdown, we learned that there’s so much more we can do ourselves and on our own. Diana Mamedova, a fitness enthusiast, shares easy workout routines you can easily take on. Nowadays stretching is one of the most popular among women, they want to get slim body, be flexible,  do any types of splits. My classes help people to relax after hard working day, to breathe deeply, to be slim and be young as long as possible.  People who do any sport are healthier, they feel better and they look much younger ! My name is Diana. I'm 29 years old.  I've been doing sports for 17 years, I did ballet then I went to dance school and then I go...

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1Jun By Hassan SsentongoNo Comments

Cover Story, Thriving

From US Army Veteran to Formidable Entrepreneur – Pamela Gurley

Who is Pamela Gurley? Who I am is so many things to so many people. Who I am is a go-getter, a loving daughter, an overprotective sister, amazing aunt to 5 nieces and 5 nephews, “Pma” to two wonderful pseudo-grandkids, the empowering friend, and devoted significant other to a wonderful and supportive man. I am also a worldly traveler, wine lover, poet (not many people know that about me), and I love to cook. What’s your backstory? This is such a loaded question because I have done so much in my life. I guess the easiest is the backstory of how I became a writer, which is a full circle phenomenon. I pretty much grew up writing because as far back as I can remember I wrote poetry. Writing was also my outlet (I had many diaries). While in high school I attended the Upward Bound p...

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30May By Stellar Woman MagazineNo Comments

Fashion

6 Things Every Stellar Woman Should Know About Sustainable Fashion

Sustainable fashion is a term that’s increasingly used (and overused) these days, as we all become ever more aware of the serious environmental impact of our clothes. The industry is responsible for a shocking four to 10 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions every year – a figure that can’t be overlooked considering the urgency of the climate crisis we’re facing right now. But what does sustainable fashion actually mean? In short, it’s an umbrella term for clothes that are created and consumed in a way that can be, quite literally, sustained, while protecting both the environment and those producing garments. That’s why cutting CO2 emissions, addressing overproduction, reducing pollution and waste, supporting biodiversity, and ensuring that garment workers are paid a fair wage and...

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