Sweet Sneak Studio's photo series focuses on microplastics in the food chain

Sweet Sneak Studio's photo series focuses on microplastics in the food chain

Sushi wrapped in shopping bags and beer frothing with styrofoam bubbles are among the unappealing images in Sweet Sneak Studio's Microplastic Photo Series that explore the impacts of plastic pollution. The Dutch design studio teamed up with photographer Morten Bentzon for the series, which features eight different foods that tend to contain microplastics — the sub-five-millimetre pieces that remain after plastic waste degrades. Sweet Sneak Studio undertook the project to raise awareness of the ways that commonly used plastics such as grocery bags and cling wrap re-enter the food chain. They also wanted to bust the myth that seafood is the only culprit. "Eventually, microplastics move all the way up to the top of the food chain and end up on our plates," they said. "Even water is affected when bought in returnable...

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Nicole Zizi as Guest on

Nicole Zizi as Guest on "Oh... We're Going There" a Millennial, Black-centric Podcast

This week I had the opportunity to be a guest on “Oh… We’re Going There” a podcast created by Tahira Benjamin, creator of goKnowWear.com.. Tahira is not a mega-blogger, or a macro-Influencer, but she is really pretty proud of what she has created online. Tahira talks about subjects that she actually cares about. This podcast is no different, and seeks to keep you in the know on how Black and Brown Millennials and Gen-Zers are shaping and influenced by society. Like we all know, and like Tahira knows we live in a world where those voices simply don’t get enough play...so, Tahira hopes to go there with change-makers like Nayamka Roberts-Smith, Bree Newsome Bass, Jaime Harrison, Shannon Watts, Shirley Raines, and NOW myself Nicole.  On this episdoe Tahira and I...

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Michel Ducaroy for Togo Lignet Rose Bean Bag Couch

Michel Ducaroy for Togo Lignet Rose Bean Bag Couch

This here reminds me of a couch inspired by a bean bag chair. I love it! I had to share this! Originally designed in 1973, it has become one of the design icons of the 20th century, renowned for both its superior comfort and incredible style. This particular example is a later edition. Via: https://www.furniture-love.com/vintage/furniture/483/michel-ducaroy-leather-living-scape-togo-ligne-roset.html

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What Are Biodegradable fabrics?

What Are Biodegradable fabrics?

Biodegradable’ is a term that is often used when talking about the textile industry from an environmentally conscious angle. If you want to make environmentally conscious fabric and fashion choices, it’s worth knowing a little more about biodegradable fabrics, the impact they have and why they’re a greener choice. The term ‘biodegradable’ refers to the ability of a substance to decompose naturally via living organisms. Not all fabrics are safely biodegradable as they are made with artificial and chemical components that do not get broken down by microorganisms easily. Do not confuse biodegradable with the term “bio-based”. Bio-based fabrics may have been produced from naturally grown fibres, such as cotton, but are not always easily biodegradable after being manufactured into fabric and can also include synthetic fibres blended in. For...

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GIANT FACE-HAND” by Ronni Van Hout installed on roof in Wellington

GIANT FACE-HAND” by Ronni Van Hout installed on roof in Wellington

“The roof of City Gallery Wellington is now home to a "kinda creepy" five-metre-tall sculpture of a hand with a face called Quasi, by New Zealand artist Ronnie van Hout. The hand, which stands on two fingers and features an unsmiling face, was winched onto the roof of the gallery yesterday by helicopter. It is scheduled to remain in place for up to three years. Made from steel, polystyrene and resin, the hand is named Quasi, after Quasimodo, the Hunchback of Notre-Dame in French author Victor Hugo's 1831 novel of the same name. The back of the hand features a face described by City Gallery Wellington as a "partial self-portrait" of Van Hout.” - Augusta Pownall Via: https://www.dezeen.com/2019/08/20/quasi-ronnie-van-hout-hand-sculpture-news/

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Coco and Breezy wears Nicole Zizi Studio on NBC News: [KNOW YOUR VALUE] segment

Coco and Breezy wears Nicole Zizi Studio on NBC News: [KNOW YOUR VALUE] segment

This morning, I woke up to a nice surprise. Breezy wearing our Coach’s Denim Jacket on NBC NEWS new segment [KNOW YOUR VALUE] segment. Coco and Breezy spoke with NBC about their trajectory from young women hand-building eyewear to owners of a growing company.  Below is an excerpt from the article. So happy to see their business grow and to be apart of that growth! “Twin sisters Corianna and Brianna Dotson were bullied as kids growing up in Minnesota, where there weren’t many other women of color. It was during those tough times, however, when they discovered their love for sunglasses, which offered a sense of protection. When they put on their glasses, they felt like they became their alter egos — Coco and Breezy — fearless young women who...

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