Posh Swaps Blog

At Posh Swaps, we love ethical and eco style so were delighted to see the brand new EmmieJay websitewith a great selection of ethical accessories. We met Mary Jane Sweeting at the clothes swap party in Bath where she had a stall selling her gorgeous goodies and we couldn’t wait to see what else was on offer on the new website.

 Everything in the collection is selected for both its qulaity and individual style as well as its ethical credentials which include sustainable materials, recycled materials, made locally and Fairtrade.

Some of out favourites are these retro style Eel skin purses made from a by product of the Korean food industry, super soft sustainable bamboo socks that will keep your feet fresh all day long and clothes made from upcycled fabrics.

Finnish designer Mina Hepburn started her eco fashion label Mina in Dorset after she begain making clothes using Scottish Lace and embellishing using from the beautiful things that she had collected from local antique markets.

Mina uses eco friendly textiles in her clothes where ever possible including organic, fair trade and recycled materials. She also ensures that there is no waste and any remnants are used to embellish garments.

I love how she used recycled things to make very gorgeous and intricately detailed clothes. The latest collection features luxurious lace/wool mixes, cropped wool jackets made with British wool and fitted dresses made from recycled fabrics. Her clothes are all very feminine. Her ranges include women’s and children’s clothes, accessories and jewellery.

picture - Lola dress by Mina