I hope you've had a wonderful weekend and your week started off great. Mine started a bit of snow and ice which is always fun! Today I wanted to review the new Spring Collection for People Tree. People tree is a Japanese and UK based fair trade clothing network. People Tree was started in 1995 in Tokyo and now has offices in Tokyo and London and 70 different producer groups and co-ops in 20 developing countries. I first heard about the British ethical fashion pioneers when Emma Watson teamed up with them for a collaboration line last year.
People Tree mission statement says, "To support disadvantage people in developing countries. We use fashion as a tool for change to help people escape from poverty, strengthen communities, and campaign for environment and social justice." I think this is such a great idea because I'm a very eco-friendly girl and I'm always looking for ways to be more helpful to the environment. People Tree helps me be more eco-friendly by using fashion.
I'm going to review a couple of pieces from the People Tree collection and then some from the collaboration line with Emma.
Kara Pocket Tunic £38.00= $61This first outfit is the Kara pocket tunic. This may look too casual but remember to accessorize, accessorize, accessorize! But don't overdue it. This tunic would look great with simple bracelets and earrings that match the navy color. Then you want to add a splash of color with a great pair of sandals and handbag.
Maggie Top £28.00=$48, Mae Tee £22.00=$35 (both tops come in black, navy and pink), Edith Trouser £40.00= $64I put these three pieces together because they both would make great outfits. The first is the Maggie stripe top and second is the Mae stripe tee. There a lot of stripes and navy in the collection. I really like these tops because if you stylize correctly you get a french Maud 90's look. The pants are Edith slouchy trouser which can be used with either top. I love this trouser because it looks comfy but with the right top you get a casual Maud chic look. Extra accessory options could possibly be a black bowler hat, a Chiffon flower headband, beige lace up boots, or black flats.
Eva Cardigan £35.00=$56 (comes in navy & blue), Nina drape dress £65.00=$104I chose the Eva cardigan because I love the color, design and plus you should always have a cardigan in your wardrobe. The last look is the Nina drape dress. This may look plain but again accessorize! A great sandal and colorful handbag would make this look fashionable.
Emma Watson Collaboration line
Emma Blazer £95=$152This is the Emma Blazer, you can basically style with anything. I will make another blog on the ways to wear a blazer. However like you always need a cardigan in your wardrobe, you also need a tailored blazer.
Bella Silk Dress £95=$152
This is the Bella Silk Dress. I admit, I'm not very fond of this dress because I don't like the pattern but I'm sure we can find the right accessory and heel that can make this dress look better.
Sasha drape dress £48=$77This is the Sasha drape dress which is my favorite out of the whole Emma Collection. Laying flat here on screen doesn't look flattering but when you see it tried on, it looks fabulous. So I added a picture with Emma modeling the dress. She's facing sideways but it's a visual with accessories. I love the way they added a golden broach on the shoulder as if it was holding the dress together. It also gives it a military look. The boots are amazing and they complete the outfit just right. Her whole look looks edgy.
Most of these outfits are a bit expensive but they cost what they are worth. They're all hand made and 100% cotton, this way people in India who made these beautiful clothing receive better pay for their work. Here's a video explaining the difference between working conditions in fair trade and what's not fair trade.
To check out the rest of the spring collection and other People Tree clothing check out their website http://www.peopletree.co.uk/
Love,
Stylishly Yours.
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