by Olympias Moran 1 Comment
The fur industry has long been a byword for cruelty, killing millions of animals a year in horrific ways in order to profit from their skins. Row upon row of cages stacked on top of each other in foul-smelling sheds
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by Olympias Moran
Veganism is turning into a general movement of cruelty-free products. And the fashion industry is listening. Faux-leather products are on the rise with designers finding alternative ways to avoid the manufacturing process of leather
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by Olympias Moran
Many vegans choose the diet purely for its health benefits. Although veganism requires supplements and professional consultation to meet dietary needs, most vegans can get all their nutrients without animal products.
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by Olympias Moran
At Leafy Souls, we intend to help vegan consumers by supplying them with fashionable, cruelty-free made clothing. Veganism means that you - as a consumer - stay clear away from animal products. Most of us know that veganism includes no meat and no dairy consumption.
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by Olympias Moran
Treat yourself this Easter! The sun is shining, the air is warm and nothing beats enjoying the days outside than adding some trinkets to your collection. Do you like to sit in a park, or stay at the beach?
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by Olympias Moran
What is a celebration without a dessert? Desserts can be some of the most difficult dishes to make, especially for those who are inexperienced. Today, we will go through some of our favorites!
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by Sara Phillipps
Japanese food restaurants tend to be good places for vegans to eat, with many plant-based options like miso soup, steamed edamame, many Japanese dishes ...
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by Sara Phillipps
Natural Products Expo West is an annual show where the best vegan products are debuted every year. We've rounded up some of the best options out these days ...
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by Sara Phillipps
We will walk you through which styles are the biggest this year and which summer handbags you should treat yourself to as you stroll the city streets, rural ...
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by Sara Phillipps
Travelers all over the world wanted to travel with carry on only. Ultimate travel tips travel only with a lightweight, packable outer layer. Having a ...
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by Sara Phillipps
Does your tapestry have wrinkles or stains and you want to know the best ways to keep it in tip-top shape? This useful guide will show you how to properly clean and maintain your wall hanging tapestry. You might be surprised to learn...
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by Olympias Moran
More energy, less congestion, better skin, and higher libido are only some of the positive reasons for a vegan diet.
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by Olympias Moran
Money talks, and how we spend our money as consumers have an impact on the economy and the market. Veganism is on the rise because companies are selling short supply ti the high demand for a high rate.
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by David Hewitt
Doing whatever we can to protect animals, improve human health and to save the environment are three of the main, solemn reasons for people taking up veganism.
So, I think it fair to say that every vegan I’ve ever known has been very serious about their cruelty-free lifestyle.
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by David Hewitt
It’s Friday afternoon and your work colleagues have decided that a bite to eat and a few drinks after work is in order for the evening. A great night out beckons, but first you have to get someone in to babysit the kids at such late notice.
A quick online search gets you a babysitter [...]
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by Olympias Moran
reek food is known for seafood and lamb, but once you go through all the different recipes available in books and restaurants, you will see how much food is actually vegan-friendly.
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by Olympias Moran 1 Comment
Pastas are great dishes for vegans. They are easy to make, they use few ingredients that are full of flavor and and the recipes are endless. Pasta recipes can vary so much that you can eat two or three different dinners without getting bored.
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by Olympias Moran
Customer grocery bags are one way to go, but as a true designer bag fashionista, the classics will always be a special piece. A shoulder bag or a clutch, they are timeless and they increase in value over time. Handbags have really taken a life of their own as an asset. Read More
by Olympias Moran
Spring and Easter is here! What better way to celebrate and rock out your new, colourful and light clothes by getting stylish for the big holiday event. In today’s article we will go through different trends that are up and coming this season and how you can get ready to dress up for any occasion.
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by Olympias Moran 1 Comment
Comfort first or style? Space in the luggage or add more to carry? How on earth will you fit all your hurrah shoes for your trip? Packing is already hard enough, and it just gets worse when we are forced to select only one or two pairs Read More
by Olympias Moran
As we saw in our last article, a handbag is needed at all times at different events. For every occasion, there is an outfit, a pair of shoes and that perfect handbag - a practical item that you will never leave behind. Like the cleo purse, Read More
by Olympias Moran
You’ve saved up your money, you have saved up your holiday time and now you can get ready for that trip you have been planning over the last while. Asia, Americas, Australia, Europe or Africa - each has its own unique environment
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by Sara Phillipps
The hulusi invokes that mystical magic of ancient musical sounds, but what is it exactly? Learn more about this incredible musical piece of art...
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by Lisa Nokoyo 1 Comment
Vintage fashion is timelessly stylish and wearing vintage clothes feels like wearing a piece of history itself. Every item of vintage clothing has a story to tell and it’s almost always an exciting one too. Vintage accessories are perfect for pretty much anyone. Whether you consider yourself a vintage clothing disciple or you just like to add vintage elements to your outfits every now and then. [...]
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by Olympias Moran
Halloween can be a more difficult holiday than others if you’re vegan. All around us, there’s milk chocolate, caramel, and other non-vegan treats. But you can prepare yourself with tasty treats made at home!
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by Olympias Moran
Vegan parmesan may not be the same as the real thing, but it still tastes good! So simple and quick to make, this vegan cheese can be used on a pasta or lasagna dish.
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by Olympias Moran
Amsterdam has a few grocery stores that come to mind when one considers shopping in this innovative city. Although veganism is still growing in this country, there are a few brands of food that are vegan
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by Olympias Moran
Vietnamese food is distinct and unforgettable. The cuisine relies on a balance of salty, sweet, sour and hot flavours, achieved through the use of nuoc mam, a fermented fish sauce, cane sugar, the juice of citrus fruit or tamarind and chili peppers.
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by Olympias Moran
Italy is the country for fashion. And if you start to see vegan retail stores opening up in Rome, then you know the market is changing. Here are two retail stores that are making their mark in the city
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by Olympias Moran
Amsterdam is like a fairy tale city- cobblestone streets, bridges that arch over the gentle canals bustling with a never ending stream of passenger boats, and row upon rows of canal houses, straight out of Hans Christian Andersen’s imagination.
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by Olympias Moran
France is known for its cuisine. French cuisine sounds fancy, conjuring up images of anniversary date nights, expense-account feasts, and once-in-a-lifetime trips to Paris. But with the right ingredients, techniques, and dining mentality, you can create amazing French meals on an average weeknight in your very own kitchen.
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by Olympias Moran
Being vegan in Amsterdam is a delight. There are so many places that offer vegan cuisine, at a friendly price and is ridiculously tasty. Amsterdam itself is not cheap. At a minimum, people will pay around 10 euros for a main dish.
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by Olympias Moran
Moroccan food is a favorite among many people, yet as travelers and cooks will discover there are not a lot of vegan options available other than a good tangine. But not to worry, just because there is not a large choice of vegan cuisine,
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by Olympias Moran
Spring is early and summer is around the corner! Time to go through your shoe selection and get your sandals ready. But wait - didn’t you wear out your gladiator sandals last season? Do you need to get a new pair?
Finding a good pair of sandals is not so easy.
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by Olympias Moran 1 Comment
It’s official - the world is waking up. People are noticing the impact plastic has on our world. Reducing waste by not using a straw, carrying a durable bag with a refillable bottle inside is a needed trend that we should all be on.
And about time too! Everyone loves a clean planet.
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by David Hewitt
I’ve always been taken aback by the highly questionable logic of those that call themselves “animal lovers’ yet consume animal body parts and secretions most, if not all, days of the week. It’s on the same wave-length as meat-eating veterinarians or animal-focused charities that put on fund-raising [...]
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by Olympias Moran
Every once in a while, we all feel the need for a change in our homes but we don’t feel like spending too much money so we search for more affordable solutions. For example, we start moving the furniture around to change the ambiance or we hang a new picture on the wall.
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by Olympias Moran
It’s an estimated 8 million tonnes of plastic waste being dumped in the world’s oceans each year, and we are all responsible. There must be something else also causing the seeming avalanche of announcements from all sections of society to combat this level of waste.
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by Olympias Moran
As we discussed in the last article about decorating your dorm room, all tapestries, traditional or a modern mandala, add an extra je ne sais quoi to a room.
According to The Tuscan Traveler, one of the most magnificent and well-preserved sets of tapestries hang in the Medici Palace in Florence. The Medici family were one of the richest in Italy.
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by Olympias Moran
The number of shoe designers is increasing every year. And it's a good thing too. Designs like the Hurrah shoes and others in our collection are proud pieces created by talented people.
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by Olympias Moran
Think of your dream shoe collection. Does it include hurrah shoes, basic flip flops, and sandals? Or fairy tale shoes like the most expensive shoes in the world? Most people need a couple of different shoes to go on different occasions and terrains. Read More
by Olympias Moran
The foot has been evolving for eras to the shape that we know it today: the arch, the width, the balance it gives us. Yet, style and attraction have won over and for centuries as both men and women suffer from misshapen, painful feet.
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by Olympias Moran
Have you decided to go on a trek? It is imperative to have the right set of hiking shoes on. They are a critical piece of gear for any avid walker. Trekking through the forest, up mountain tops, through muddy waters and fields is tough enough as it is.
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by Olympias Moran
Women’s shoes and handbags are a great way to have statement pieces added to your outfit. If you are in all-black or wearing multicolored from head to toe, your shoes and accessories allow you to showcase a bit more of your personality and style.
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by Olympias Moran 1 Comment
Boho design has been all the rage over the last few years. Whether you live in s snowy country and need to add warmth, or if you live in a tropical country that loves nature - boho interiors took the world by storm. Bohemian or Boho embraces a "more is more" philosophy.
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by Olympias Moran
An organized and ready-for-anything woman has a few essential items that she needs at arm’s reach at all times. A stylish pair of shoes, a signature scent, hair products, and a cute outfit are in the list of items that a woman can keep in her bedroom or closet,
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by Olympias Moran
Hotels make use of tapestries to transform their public rooms and stairways. Similar to paintings, tapestries can enhance both traditional and contemporary interiors while depicting scenes from the past at the same time. There are a number of hotels that own and showcase famous tapestries. Read More
by Olympias Moran
Burgers, ribs, fried chicken, and pork rolls are all staples of the western diet. However, the world’s growing consumption of meat has taken a huge toll on the biodiversity of animals and the environment as a whole.
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by Olympias Moran
A snack bar is a perfect choice when you need that extra boost of energy - whether you're out for a trek, losing focus at work or just on the go all day. This Halloween, shop for the best ones so that your trick or treaters won’t even notice that they are eating healthy food!
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by Olympias Moran
Ireland is a little behind countries in Europe in terms of going vegan, but this is changing. The island that has lived so much of animal products is slowly moving towards veganism.
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