The Christmas holidays are nearly upon us, and the Ilk + Ernie team are seeking out current transitional pieces that will deliver for the coming weeks of cosy weekends, festive parties and the office return. From statement buys to wardrobe staples, these pieces will take you through to Christmas and beyond. SO, let us direct you towards your next purchase in order to make sure it's a sustainable one! 5 effortless winter pieces to wear this Christmas The Blonde Suit - Ilk + Ernie Behold: a suit that can do it all. Taking a relaxed stance on the traditional suit, our Blonde suit is both for the evening and...
Black Friday and ethical consumerism With the arrival of November comes a thread of email advertisements, instagram posts and website banners promoting the 29th, for the nationwide occasion of black Friday. It can be difficult to see past the excitement of being offered huge discounts on already surprisingly cheap clothes; allowing you to shop garments at next to nothing... The problem with black Friday The issue that black Friday brings with it is the encouragement it gives consumers to shop trend based fast fashion pieces that they'll likely only wear once or twice. This feeds the overproduction crisis that contributes hugely to climate...
Real Talk: Volume. 3 - ‘Sustainable living’ We're SO excited to Welcome you back for volume three of our very first IGTV series 'Real Talk', showcasing everything from skincare to vulva casting... In last months edition we spoke with the magical beauty brand 'Upcricle', where they disclosed their seemingly limitless approach to skincare. For volume three we interviewed someone very close to our hearts, Izzy Manuel. Izzy discusses the invaluable topic of sustainable living and bravely delves into the connection between her heritage and own personal journey into a more sustainable relationship with the fashion world. Why sustainable fashion matters? Q: Hey Izzy, we're super excited to have...
Can sustainable fashion be stylish? A common perception people have of sustainable fashion is that it's very limited, making it hard to curate a trendy wardrobe. But this is far from true. Of course there is a strong relationship between trending looks and fast fashion consumerism. However, this doesn't always have to be the case. By following trends that are timeless instead of just seasonal, you can ensure longevity in the clothes you wear. This way you can be fashion forward without compromising on ethics or sustainability. 5 timeless fashion statements for 2021/22 Forget minimalism and understated style, this season vibrancy is...
How to style Grandma's House Incase you aren't already familiar with our AW21 collection; 'Grandma's House' is our new retro inspired range of ethically sourced and sustainable clothing. There are countless cool ways to wear your favourite Ilk + Ernie pieces. But if you’re looking for inspiration then you need look no further! Here are our top styling tips for the coming season. 4 easy ways to look instantly more stylish 1) Vintage scarves It’s true, there really is a perfect scarf for every outfit. Vintage scarves can be found in endless fabrics, prints and colours meaning your options are anything but...
What is greenwashing? Greenwashing is a term used to define companies (normally fast fashion) launching campaigns, adverts or anything along those lines to create the illusion of them being environmentally conscious. The campaigns often contradict a companies previous reputation of being unsustainable. So, the purpose is to trick consumers into believing that they're helping the environment, when in reality they're still damaging it. Why do companies greenwash? Companies greenwash in order to cover up their negative environmental methods and to then appeal to conscious and sustainable consumers. This helps them to promote and sell their products while continuing to contribute...
