#Cotton World Corp.

[ammasenchantedcloset]

Floral Sunshine.

Today's outfit includes Skirt by Cotton World Corp., Cardigan by H. Binette, Top by G21 and Hat by Lack of Color.

[eqt-95]

chapter 1 is up on ao3!

A hangover. It had to be. There was no other earthly reason for the throbbing head, her impulsive hatred for existence, and the wave of nausea that demanded Big Belly Burger stat.

There was just one problem.

This wasn't her couch. Hell, this wasn’t even… her fingers brushed the ground and met… dirt. Why was there dirt? Why was it so hot? And why - she squinted, blinking and flinching until her eyes adjusted to the brightness - why did this look like a desert?

Lena groaned. It came out like the croak of a sad frog.

Cotton-mouthed, head pounding, and feebly hoping this was a bad VR trip, she curled to sit up. Vertigo would be better than whatever this was. She pressed a sympathetic hand to the bridge of her nose and noticed the maze of red sand lines against the deep burgundy fabric of her three-piece suit. The suit she was wearing the night before. The power-suit she had chosen to increase her confidence for when…

A shiver crawled across her skin. It was as welcome as it was unsettling, though before Lena could think much about that, it was sapped by the sun baking down on her. She closed her eyes though that wasn’t particularly useful at shutting the world out.

“End simulation.”

A beat. 

Nothing.

Two beats.

Nothing.

Lena’s itty bitty flicker of hope extinguished. It was a feeble, desperate, aspirational attempt anyway.

She swallowed, feeling an entirely different wave of nausea strike.

Eyes flicked open and scanned the horizon. Face already contorted in a scowl, it quickly deepened.

It was a vast sea of nothing. So much nothing. Not a single cloud interrupted the blanket of sky. Not a single hue contrasted the monochrome palette of reds and orange. Not even the hiss of a reptile rippled across dry, cracked earth. The most interesting thing was the dots of rocks sprinkled across the ground like decorations on the world's driest cupcake. The horizon was cloaked in haze and, if the glistening line of sweat on Lena’s own brow was any indication, it wasn’t the wet kind that brought cleansing rainfall.

Well done, Luthor.

Shaky knees were forced into action, though standing was no more enlightening than sitting. It took a staggering second before she found her balance. For added helplessness, she spun uselessly in a circle to discover everything looked exactly the same in every direction.

The sun hung overhead. Odd how it felt larger in a desert. Lena half-wondered why vultures weren’t also in the sky, circling their next meal.

A meal. She’d give up half her L-Corp shares for a burger. Better yet, she’d give up half her shares for a genie to grant three wishes: a burger, aspirin, and sunglasses. She wasn’t asking for much - just a few simple comforts while she shriveled into nothing.

Hand cupped over her eyes she scowled toward the sky, half-hoping one might suddenly descend from it. And for all her luck, there was something floating. It was a speck, a shadow of something, a rendering error. And it was getting bigger. She hoped it wasn’t something designed to kill her.

It was.

It wasn’t.

“Of course it’s you,” Lena sighed. It was a sigh meant to express her general disgruntlement for her situation, for Supergirl, for life in general. It did its job well. Her arm dropped in defeat. 

“Were you expecting someone else?” 

The cape. The flowing blonde hair. The hubris.

read the rest on ao3

[gremlins-hotel]

alfred rocking some different flight jackets (nerd stuff under cut)

The flight jacket, an iconic piece of any aviator's outerwear. Before they ever became symbols of fashion and the 'exalted' place that came with the occupation of pilot, the flight jacket as we know it was first made for function. Aircraft of World War I and the earliest designs were open cockpit machines, and many would remain that way in the Interbellum. All that to say this paramount paraphernalia's original purpose was to keep an aviator warm in the sky.

Keep in mind that the images above may not reflect every specimen of their type. Jackets differed in design by manufacturer, production block, and even by the military branch (Navy jackets also often have a different name) & unit ordering them. A great example is the wide range of looks for the quintessential B-3. My apologies in advance for them being all American designs. I would love to show off some of the British flight jackets, but I would rather do a little more research (and practice drawing Arthur more)!

A-1 (1927-1931) A thin leather jacket designed for lower altitudes and made with a flattering fit high on the waist, the A-1 was the kickstart to the wide variety the Army Air Corps would come to know. The A-1 had differing designs between the Navy and the infant Air Corps, and early A-1s are distinguished by having seven buttons and a knit collar, which later models did not keep. However, later models did retain the knit waistband and cuffs.

A-2 (1931-1943) The direct successor to the A-1, the A-2 quickly replaced its older brother. This is one of the more recognizable jackets from the States after becoming the standard for the Air Corps in the early 1930s. The quality of the jackets would fall due to wartime rationing, with early designs of horsehide and silk becoming goatskin and cotton, however, the general look remained. The A-2 was still primarily for open cockpit designs, lower altitudes, and warmer climes. Identifiable from the A-1 by its snap-down leather collar, zipper, and varying shapes and sizes of a hook-and-eye clasp at the collar to close it.

G-1 (1938-present) This looker would replace the A-2 in form and function during the 1940s, first becoming popular with the Army and Navy before being adopted by USAAF. Originally named the ANJ-3/AN-J-3 the jacket gained its new designation by the time the Air Corps caught on. The G-1 came with a mouton collar and a bi-swing back to allow for greater arm movement, meanwhile, it lacked the over-zipper 'wind flap' of its predecessors. A keen eye for pop culture might realize that this is the jacket from the 1986 hit Top Gun.

B-3 (1934-1943) Ah, the B-3! Commonly known simply as the "bomber jacket," the B-3 was made with a high-altitude bomber in mind, unlike previous designs. Incredibly bulky and lined with sheepskin the B-3 was made to keep crews at 25,000 feet above from freezing in their unpressurized cabins, with many such as the early B-17 Flying Fortresses possessing open waist gunner ports. The wide collar could be closed with two leather straps and the jacket did not come with the famous knit waistband or cuffs that others did. "The General" was a B-3 design made specifically for General George S. Patton, who popularized the B-3 outside of the Air Corps. (The B-3 had a slimmer cousin - the B-6 - designed as the 'quality of life' inside bombers improved, such as pressurized cabins.)

B-7 (1941-1942) Short-lived, the B-7 Parka was manufactured for pilots operating in the brutal cold of Alaska. However, not much is known of it due to its limited production. In fact, the B-7 was discontinued swiftly due to its high manufacturing cost. Either way, the B-7 is a funky one-off that is easily distinguishable from the lineup by its three-quarter length and coyote-lined hood.

B-15 (1944-1954) The infamous green flight jacket that many today typically know as the "bomber jacket". The B-15 quickly replaced its older brother, the B-10 (1943-1944). Like other designs it had many variations. Similar to the G-1, the B-15 shared the same pocket design and lack of a wind flap, yet the B-15 was cloth with a mouton collar and a knit waistband and cuffs. The shell was produced in a range of materials including nylon and cotton-rayon. It was lighter weight and far less warm than its sheepskin predecessors and spoke to the advancements in aviation technology. A quirk of its design that soon became standard was the designated pen pocket on the upper left arm.

Thank you for coming to my TED Talk.

[dailyanarchistposts]

Dig For Victory!

Most people have a garden or could take on an allotment fairly near to where they live. Organising garden sharing schemes where people with gardens they can’t use team up with people who want to garden but don’t have gardens is a worthwhile step. We need to investigate ways of producing and distributing organic food in our localities in ways that maintain biodiversity and as far as possible outside the money economy. Think organic, low-impact farming won’t work? A recent study of sustainable agriculture using low-tech methods introduced on farms supporting 4m people in majority world countries revealed that food production increased 73%, crops like cassava and potato showed a 150% increase and even large ‘modern’ farms could increase production 46%. The future occupation and use of land will depend on the extent to which all who wish to do so have discussed and consented to such use, that those occupying or using the land continue to work in solidarity with the whole of society within broad principles of co-operation, sharing freely both the means of production and what is produced. No individual or group of individuals will have any ‘right’ to say “the land must be used in the way we decide” nor can what is on or under the land or produced upon it be their property, whether plant or animal. The number of people involved in agriculture (in its widest sense) will probably expand greatly, with vast estates and agri-corp holdings broken up and shared out but also urban farms created in and near towns. The aim of agriculture (and associated activities like food processing) will be self-sufficiency for the localities and specialization or growing for ‘export’ only where there is surplus land or productive forces. It is likely that neighbours, co-workers, communities and communes will collectively agree that land will be used in particular ways according to a plan or program of beneficial change. This will not always be in the direction of development or ‘efficiency’ (which will have different definitions and parameters anyway); if people need more gardens or wilderness, small-holdings instead of sheep stations, they will create them.

To many people this will sound utopian. However we believe that if this approach was developed widely – and applied to our other vital needs — it could subtly undermine the credibility and power of the global economy (as well as having obvious personal benefits in terms of health etc). It is an important part of building social solidarity and a community of resistance in majority world communities. It would be a way of showing our solidarity with these majority world movements based around issues of land use, access to resources and so on: communities of small farmers are organising seed banks to preserve crop diversity as well as launching more militant attacks on the multinationals such as trashing fields of GM cotton and destroying a Cargill seed factory. In the longer term as (hopefully) numbers and confidence increase, large long-term squats will become a possibility on land threatened by capitalist development either for roads, supermarkets, airports etc or for industrialised food production being taken back for subsistence food production and as havens of biodiversity. We should take inspiration from the Movimento Sem Terra in Brazil where in the face of severe state repression and violence hundreds of thousands of landless peasants/rural proletarians have occupied large tracts of unused land.

Although it is clear that food prices are so low that they are not a major factor in tying people into the capitalist system (rents, mortgages and bills do so far more effectively) it seems to us that a population capable of and actively involved in producing much of its own food outside of the money economy will be in a stronger position in the event of large scale struggles against capitalism involving strikes, lockouts, occupations and campaigns of non-payment etc. Many thousands of people are being forced by the government to take low-paid, shitty jobs or mickey mouse workfare schemes and threatened with loss of benefit if they refuse. We could support that refusal by offering surplus food from allotments and gardens to those suffering the state’s oppression. There is also the possibility of people developing similar independence from the money economy in other spheres as well — housing, energy production, waste management, health care etc which would also be highly beneficial but which is beyond the scope of this text. So to summarise our practical response should consist of: 1) a massive campaign of direct action; 2) a consumer boycott and propaganda campaign against corporate injustice, focussing on issues of sustainability and social justice; and 3) attempts at collective withdrawal from the industrialised food production system.

[57sfinest]

PERCEPTION (Hearing) -- The sounds of the outside world are still a little muffled. You’ll need to do a deeper clean if you want things back to normal.

YOU -- Go deeper.

INTERFACING [Medium: Success] -- You push the cotton swab deeper into your ear, just until it hits *that* spot. You know the one.

ELECTROCHEMISTRY -- Disco zero, baby!

COMPOSURE -- Not quite. But close. Why *does* it feel so good, anyway?

YOU -- I don’t know. Maybe Kim does, though?

RHETORIC -- Maybe. You can ask him tomorrow, when you see him at work.

YOU -- But I want to know *now*.

VOLITION -- It’s two in the morning. He would not appreciate being woken up for this.

SUGGESTION [Challenging: Failure] -- Of course he would. He has always respected your pursuit for knowledge. Go ahead and give him a call- we won’t keep him long.

1. [VOLITION: Formidable] Go to bed and ask Kim at work tomorrow.

[CHECK FAILURE]

LOGIC -- Five minutes on the phone can’t hurt, can it? Just a quick call, to satisfy your curiosity.

YOU -- (Dial Kim’s number.)

ESPRIT DE CORPS -- On the other side of Jamrock, the lieutenant’s phone rings, startling him out of his sleep. He stumbles against his bedframe in a rush to get to the phone. There’s only one person who will call him this late, and it’s usually not for good reasons.

KIM KITSURAGI -- The click of a phone receiver picking up. Then, in a rough, quiet voice- “Detective? Everything okay?”

EMPATHY (Medium: Failure) -- He is worried something has happened. Reassure him that all is well.

1. “Totally fine. Disco. Just a quick question for you.”

2. [RHETORIC: Medium] Don’t waste his time. Ask away.

[CHECK SUCCESS]

YOU -- “Why does using cotton swabs feel so good?”

KIM KITSURAGI -- The line is silent for a moment. “What?”

YOU -- “Like in your ears. Why does that feel good?”

KIM KITSURAGI -- “I don’t know.” A sigh. “Go to bed.”

EMPATHY -- He is both relieved that you seem to be okay and annoyed that you woke him up for *this*.

AUTHORITY -- Yes, but he didn’t answer the question. You can’t go until he does.

PERCEPTION (Hearing) [Challenging: Failure] -- You can’t hear anything on the other end. Did he hang up?

YOU -- “Are you still there? Why’s it feel so good, Kim?”

KIM KITSURAGI -- “I thought about it. Your ear canals have a shit ton of nerve endings.” He pauses for a moment, as if expecting a follow-up. “Can I go back to bed?”

YOU -- The rush of knowledge is exhilarating. Your grip on your steak tightens.

ELECTROCHEMISTRY -- This is almost as good as the hard stuff. More.

VOLITION -- Let him go to bed. It’s late and he’s answered your question. You can ask more tomorrow if you really need to.

1. [SUGGESTION: Legendary] Thank the lieutenant and let him go.

[CHECK FAILURE]

YOU -- “No. Tell me something else I don’t know.”

CONCEPTUALIZATION -- On the other end, his eyebrow lifts slightly, but it is ineffective over the phone.

PERCEPTION (Hearing) [Easy: Success] -- Another click, this one louder. He hung up on you.

[seedsofher]

A Corps Perdu

You are my sun and you are my moon and stars and my world. You consume my thoughts. You are in every cell of my body. I would do anything for you just to hold me. Hold me gently. As though my skin were the wing of a butterfly; the brush of a finger enough to grind my short life to a halt. Let us intertwine like the stems of English ivy in spring, let us bask in the sunlight in summer, let us grow woody and old in the autumn and let us die still intertwined in winter.

      I’ll be like your dolly. Push me around in a sweet little wicker pram and take me to tea parties with your friends. Get me dressed in the morning and brush my hair every night. Throw me around between your friends, you can grab me and pull until the cotton thread holding me together breaks. I do not mind. If you don’t play nice, I’ll spend the rest of my days as a collection of parts if it means I was the one you played with.

Suckling like a leech, pry me off from under my teeth and throw me back to the marshlands. Cover me in salt and watch as I shriek and shrivel to nothing but a prune. Trap me in a jar and gas me and starve me and shake me. I do not mind. I’ll rot in your damp forever shrouded in mould if it means I am with you, I am yours. 

   Like a farmer to a pig, castrate me, keep me in squalor I’ll live in my own muck. Mutilate me and pump me full of steroids, push me into a van. Stun me, chop my head off, skin me, sell me for my body. I do not mind. I’ll be nothing but meat and money to you, objectified and passed around, if it means I am of use to you.

  I’d dissect myself. I’d draw out my intestines, cover myself in blood and shit until the pale pink silk I wear is stained and the lace trim ruined. Push my fist into my mouth and swallow my teeth. Take my dignity, take my pride, take my skin, take my liver. I’ll pull myself apart, hair by hair, limb by limb, and tie it all back up with a red satin ribbon. I do not mind. I’ll become the image of wretchedness and butchery if it means I am beautiful to you.

[positivexcellence]

towwn: hello sunshine 🌞! summer is in full swing, and there’s no better time to embrace the sundress. whether you casually slip it over a swimsuit or dress it up for a night out, shopping consciously is a chic way to do good by the planet + people who craft our clothes. swipe to find some of the prettiest ethical sundresses you’ll feel good – and look good! – wearing ‘til fall.

@current_air we love the multiple chambray frocks made of 100% lyocell, which reduces water usage while utilizing regenerated natural fibers. the co. only partners with ethical factories and all packaging materials are recycled + biodegradable.

@pítusa.co this ethical female-led brand employs female-operated ateliers in peru + india to craft its colorful, lightweight, beachy styles in small batches.

@sezane renowned for its commitment to sustainability, this b corp + mission-led brand makes timeless dresses with organic cotton, recycled water & laser detailing for people who respect the planet.

@reformation this eco-conscious fashion favorite uses sustainable materials like rescued deadstock, repurposed vintage fabric, silk + linen to craft gorgeous sundresses for all occasions.

@shopdoen these pretty, feminine frocks showcase a range of floral, striped + ruffled designs that take a responsible approach to sourcing + manufacturing. quality raw materials and women-owned-and-run, ethical global factories highlight the brand's commitment to a positive impact while creating lovely dresses.

@cuyana this latin american-founded, female-led brand reached 100% sustainability in 2022, and the celeb-fav has also pledged 100% carbon-neutral packaging by 2025.

@kotn inspired by a cotton farm community in egypt, kotn prides itself on a sustainable supply chain + educational partnership with locals in the nile delta. a high-impact north american b corp voted “best for the world,” we love their classic + comfy egyptian cotton & tencel sundress designs.

@seasidetones this collection of ethically crafted, sea-inspired dresses is handcrafted in poland + includes a maternity line. crafted with premium natural fibers, mainly pure baltic linen, the garments are durable and stay cool in the heat.

[brookstonalmanac]

Holidays 3.5

Holidays

Act Goofy Day

Alimony Equality Day

Anthass Day (Kerala, Fans of Indian actor Mukesh)

Arivee de l’Evangile (Gospel Day; French Polynesia)

Babysitter Safety Day

Boston Massacre Day (Massachusetts)

Brain Injury Awareness Day

Charity Day (Iran)

Children’s Day (New Zealand)

Cinco de Marcho

Cincomarzada

Crispus Attucks Day

Custom Chief’s Day (Vanuatu)

Day of Physical Culture and Women in Engineering & Technology begins

Dr. Doolittle Day

Erotic World Book Day

Excited Insects (Chinese Farmer’s Calendar)

Goat Day (French Republic)

Green Hellebore Day

Hula Hoop Day

International CVS Awareness Day

International Day for Disarmament & Non-Proliferation Awareness (UN)

International Day of Energy Efficiency

International Day of the Seal

Judiciary Employee Day (Kyrgyzstan)

Katyn Massacre Day

Learn from Lei Feng Day (China)

Madison Beer Day

Mother-in-Law's Day

Multiple Personalities Day

National Dissociative Identity Disorder Day

National Emetophobia Awareness Day (UK)

National Industrial Design Day

National Journalist Day (Thailand)

National Kalpak Day (a.k.a. Hat Day; Kyrgyzstan)

National MAR5 Day

National Potty Dance Day

National R&B Music Day

National Scott Day

National Tree Planting Day (Iran)

Panchayati Raj Divas (Odisha, India)

Reel Film Day

Running of the Reindeer (Alaska)

Say Hi to Mom Day

Scouts’ Day (Taiwan)

Spread the Word to End the Word Day

Stapler Day

Stop the Clocks Day

Temperance Day

305 Day

World Sustainable Energy Day

Food & Drink Celebrations

National Absinthe Day

National Cheese Doodle Day

National Mobile Food Vendors Day

National Pasty Day (UK)

National Poutine Day

Ramen Noodles Day

1st Tuesday in March

Cotton Carnival (Memphis, Tennessee) [1st Tuesday, Lasts 5 Days]

Football Day (England) [1st Tuesday]

National Sportsmanship Day [1st Tuesday]

Peace Corps Day [1st Tuesday]

Peace Day (Jamaica) [1st Tuesday]

Town Meeting Day (Vermont) [1st Tuesday]

Unique Names Day [Tuesday of Name Week]

Independence & Related Days

Rebellion Anniversary Day (Iraqi Kurdistan)

Trujillo Anniversary Day (Peru)

Festivals Beginning March 5, 2024

CinemAsia Film Festival (Amsterdam, Netherlands) [thru 3.10]

Heritage Miami: Wine and Food Experience (Miami, Florida)

Research Chefs Association Culinary Expo (Quincy, Massachusetts) [thru 3.7]

World Championship Cheese Contest (Madison, Wisconsin) [thru 3.7]

Feast Days

Adrian and Eubulus of Palestine (Christian; Martyrs)

Blessing of the Fleet by Isis (Ancient Egypt)

Ciarán of Saigir (a.k.a. Kiaran of Ireland; Celtic & Christian; Saint)

Clive Cahuenga (Muppetism)

Diasia (Festival of Zeus Meilikhios; Ancient Greece)

Eusebius of Cremona (Christian; Saint)

Feast of Orthodoxy (Greek Orthodox) [1st Sunday in Great Lent; 2023]

Feast of Saint Piran (Cornwall)

George Carlin Day (Church of the SubGenius; Saint)

Gerasimus (Christian; Saint)

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo (Artology)

Howard Pyle (Artology)

John Joseph of the Cross (Christian; Saint)

Momfuku Ando Day (Pastafarian)

Navigum Isidis (Blessing of the Vessel of Isis; Ancient Egypt; Everyday Wicca)

Navigum Isis (a.k.a. Ploiaphaesia; Poseidon’s Day; The Festival of Navigation; Ancient Rome)

Orthodox Sunday (Orthodox Christian) [1st Sunday in Great Lent; 2021]

Phocas of Antioch (Christian; Martyr)

Piran (Christian; Saint) [Cornwall]

Roger (Christian; Saint)

Serpent Mother Day (Ancient Minoa; Starza Pagan Book of Days)

Solon (Positivist; Saint)

Symphony No. 7, The “Leningrad Symphony,” in C Major, by Dmitri Shostakovich (Symphony; 1942)

Theophilus, bishop of Caesarea (Christian; Saint)

Thietmar of Minden (Christian; Saint)

Virgil of Arles (Christian; Saint)

Wedding of the March Dryads (Shamanism)

Lucky & Unlucky Days

Sensho (先勝 Japan) [Good luck in the morning, bad luck in the afternoon.]

Uncyclopedia Bad to Be Born Today (because it’s Stalin's birthday.)

Unfortunate Day (Pagan) [17 of 57]

Premieres

Airport (Film; 1970)

Alice in Wonderland (Film; 2010)

Amos & Andrew (Film; 1993)

Analyze This (Film; 1999)

The Ant and the Aardvark (Ant and the Aardvark Cartoon; 1969)

The Ballad of Nessie (Disney Cartoon; 2011)

Barnyard Blackout (Terrytoons Cartoon; 1943)

Big-Hearted Bosko (WB LT Cartoon; 1932)

Bongo Boris or The Hep Rat (Rocky & Bullwinkle Cartoon, S2, Ep. 103; 1961)

Coming 2 America (Film; 2021)

Cruel Intentions (Film; 1999)

Diner (Film; 1982)

Donald’s Diary (Disney Cartoon; 1954)

Down pin the Levee (Terrytoons Cartoon; 1933)

Drip Dippy Donald (Disney Cartoon; 1948)

Evil Under the Sun (Film; 1982)

Fire! Fire! (Ub Iwerks Cartoon; 1932)

For Your Love, by The Yardbirds (Song; 1965)

Foucault's Pendulum, by Umberto Eco (Novel; 1988)

Human’s Lib, by Howard Jones (Album; 1984)

Kindly Scram (Phantasies Cartoon; 1943)

The Left Hand of Darkness, by Ursula K. Le Guin (Novel; 1969)

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (Film; 1999)

The Mad Dog (Disney Cartoon; 1932)

Mad Dog and Glory (Film; 1993)

Neon Bible, by Arcade Fire (Album; 2007)

The Railway Children, by Edith Nesbit (Novel; 1905)

Raya and the Last Dragon (Animated Film; 2021)

Red Hot Music (Terrytoons Cartoon; 1937)

Rival Romeos (Oswald the Lucky Rabbit Cartoon; 1928)

The Road to Serfdom, by Friedrich A. Hayek (Political Theory; 1944)

Room and Bored (Woody Woodpecker Cartoon; 1962)

Run Baby Run, by Nicky Cruz (Novel; 1969)

The Saint to the Rescue, by Leslie Charteris (Short Stories 1959) [Saint #35]

The Secret of Kells (Animated Film; 2010)

Shaun the Sheep (Animated TV Series; 2007)

Songs For Swinging’ Lovers!, by Frank Sinatra (Album; 1956)

The Spies of Life or When a Fella Needs a Fiend (Rocky & Bullwinkle Cartoon, S2, Ep. 104; 1961)

Stairway to Heaven, 1st performed live by Led Zeppelin (Song; 1971)

Swing Kids (Film; 1993)

Us Again (Disney Cartoon; 2021)

Where Do Teenagers Come From? (DePatie-Freleng Animated TV Special; 1980)

Today’s Name Days

Dietmar, Jeremia, Olivia (Austria)

Hadrijan, Lucije, Teofil, Vedran (Croatia)

Kazimír (Czech Republic)

Theophillus (Denmark)

Laila, Laili, Leila, Leili (Estonia)

Laila, Leila (Finland)

Olive, Olivia (France)

Gerda, Dietmar, Olivia, Tim (Germany)

Arhelaos, Evlogios, Konon (Greece)

Adorján, Adrián (Hungary)

Adriano, Foca, Giovanni, Giuseppe, Virgilio (Italy)

Aurēlija, Aurora, Austra (Latvia)

Giedrė, Klemensas, Virgilijus, Vydotas (Lithuania)

Patricia, Patrick (Norway)

Adrian, Adrianna, Fryderyk, Jan, Pakosław, Pakosz, Wacław, Wacława (Poland)

Conon (Romania)

Fridrich (Slovakia)

Adrián, Adriano, Eusebio (Spain)

Tora, Tove (Sweden)

Ciara, Ciera, Cierra, Keren Keri, Kerri, Kerrie, Kerry, Kiara, Kiera, Kieran, Kierra, Sierra (USA)

Today is Also…

Day of Year: Day 65 of 2024; 301 days remaining in the year

ISO: Day 2 of week 10 of 2024

Celtic Tree Calendar: Nuin (Ash) [Day 17 of 28]

Chinese: Month 1 (Bing-Yin), Day 25 (Wu-Chen)

Chinese Year of the: Dragon 4722 (until January 29, 2025)

Hebrew: 25 Adair I 5784

Islamic: 24 Sha’ban 1445

J Cal: 5 Green; Fryday [5 of 30]

Julian: 21 February 2024

Moon: 29%: Waning Crescent

Positivist: 9 Aristotle (3rd Month) [Xenophanes]

Runic Half Month: Tyr (Cosmic Pillar) [Day 11 of 15]

Season: Winter (Day 76 of 89)

Week: 1st Week of March

Zodiac: Pisces (Day 16 of 30)

[ouahibaaitelhaj]

Representation

Lebanon, 1983, by Jay Ullal ( Cairo Photo Week 2023)

This photo was mostly taken during the Lebanese civil war from 1975 to 1990, depicting a “Christian bride and Muslim groom walking through bombed Beirut, 1983” (Ullal, 2023). Jay Ulla captured the photo of a German Photographer whose pictures shed light on the humanitarian miseries and crisis in a variety of countries around the world, including India, Pakistan, Lebanon, Israel, the Philippines a myriad of other places ((Masih, 2023). This photo is an example of representation in photography. Representation is the act of using visual language to convey meaning and symbolism. It’s the number of decisions the photographer had to make to produce the photo, starting from making it a portrait or a landscape, colored or black and white, cropped, edited, or photoshopped in a certain way for a specific purpose. Representation in photography pictures the world and reflects it to the viewer as an imitation of reality by either giving a mimetic version or constructing a new reality that is not a copy of the physical reality (Sturken & Cartwright, 2003). In the photo shared above, it is evident that the photographer made a chain of decisions before taking the photo. It’s a mimetic version of the civil war in Lebanon and the destruction it created, in contrast to a bride in groom in their white wedding outfits walking between the shattered walls and the mess in the city. It’s not an ordinary scene, and the wedded don’t usually walk in the streets like that, let alone in areas that are not aesthetically pleasing and  witnessed a history of armed confrontation. This example resembles the representation in the  photo of Emmett Till, whose body deteriorated after a race crime, and the choice his family made to display his casket to mourners to convey meaning and tell about the reality of their tragedy (Sturken & Cartwright, 2003).

The Myth of Photographic Truth

Photo Story by Sahl Abdel Rahman (Egypt Press Photo 2023)

This photo was part of a project by Sahl Abel Rahman, where he featured kids from Harid village in Fayoum who work in the cotton field of the area. The caption and the rest of the photos of the project provide this information; however, the image alone has an entirely different meaning and interpretation that contradicts the truth behind it. It shows a kid taping on a white goat and hugging the animal while a big smile lightens his face. The photo looks like it was taken from a rural area where a kid is happy and cares for his domestic animal. The truth, however, is that the kid named Youssef bought the goat after saving for two months of working in the fields for 25 Le per day. Photography was always associated with objective seeing, as the camera takes photos of the object as it looks for evidence and illustration. The camera is not expected to lie or give a distorted and untrue image of reality, as it’s a reliable machine. However, technological advancement or even the ethical practice of the photographer is enough to lose trust in the camera  (Sturken & Cartwright, 2003). I will continue to argue that the myth of photography is not only a result of photoshop and unethical practices (such as those of Timothy O'Sullivan, who moved corps and arms on battlefields  (Sturken & Cartwright, 2003)), but also merges in the absence of captions that accompany the photo and provide accurate context about it. Perception can deceive; therefore, a connotative meaning that provides context is needed to avoid myth (Mistry, 2014). This results in the forming of countless myths and assumptions about a photo in the viewer’s mind, diverting them from the facts behind the photograph. If it were not for the caption, we would think the photo is about a happy kid in the countryside, while it is a victim of child labor, an alarming phenomenon in Egypt.

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"what did i miss" for tww but like. angst.

The fact that you felt the need to specify angst... I have strayed so far from my roots 😭 (Back in the day, I was the angst monger of TWW tumblr and I made every prompt angsty just because I could.) I hope this came out angsty enough? I can absolutely try for something angstier after I get some sleep if you want.

The sunlight filtering through the window cast funny shadows over room. Here, the bank of monitors, with their irritating, reassuring beeps. Here, the flowers that had arrived practically before he had. There, the blanket, bumpy it stretched over Josh's legs. He was sleeping again. It was the morphine, the doctors said. She wished someone would give her morphine. She was well past twenty-four hours with no sleep, and there was no guarantee she'd make it home at a reasonable hour tonight, either. Even if she did, she wasn't sure she could sleep. A drug-induced haze might chase the adrenaline out of her veins. She fiddled with the ball Toby had given her when they'd traded off shifts a little over an hour ago. The cotton swab taped to her arm was starting to itch, and she tried to remember if it was too soon to remove it. Deciding that she didn't care, she set the ball down on the bedside table and went to work picking at the bandage. The ball, unsecured, drifted from where she'd left it, rolled off the edge of the table before she could do anything to stop it. It bounced, the rubbery sound reverberating in the quiet, sterile room. Josh stirred. CJ cursed under her breath, but pasted a smile on her face before he opened his eyes. "Hey, sleepyhead," she greeted with forced cheer.

Josh stared at her. He blinked slowly. She stretched her face into a wider grin. He coughed. "What did I miss?" What could she tell him? He'd been asleep nearly four hours--he'd missed Toby entirely--and in their line of work four hours might as well be four days.

"I gave blood," she announced brightly, showing him the cotton wad she still hadn't succeeded in removing. He stared again, blankly. It was an unsettling look on him. This wasn't the kind of clever idiocy she was used to seeing when his brain couldn't catch up with itself, it was something else entirely. She hoped it was an effect of the drugs. She'd been told the prognosis was very good, especially once he'd regained consciousness, but there were a lot of scary words about hemorrhage and lack of oxygen to the brain that made her wonder if he was the same Josh who'd stepped out the door in Rosslyn. "Why?" he asked finally. "You inspired me," she told him. "They transfused you three times. I asked around. Did you know we have a blood shortage in this country?" "Yeah," Josh answered. "I used to give blood whenever I could. My mom did, too." "Really?" she didn't know why that surprised her. Maybe just because she didn't know when he'd find the time. "'Cause of my dad," he explained. She remembered suddenly that chemo patients often needed blood transfusions, and felt like the world's biggest jackass. "We were all the same blood type, so sometimes we did directed donations, but mostly we just wanted to say thanks." CJ's awkward grin softened into a real smile. "We're the same blood type too, mi amor. I guess that makes us family."

"A third of the country has the same blood type," he teased, but she saw him smile. It didn't take long for his face to darken. "How's the president?" He'd asked Sam at least a dozen times, pestering him about it even when Sam couldn't possibly have anything new to report, before he'd finally fallen asleep and Toby had taken over. He seemed convinced they were keeping something from him. "He's fine, Josh. He's been asking Abbey about you." "About me?" Josh sounded cross. "Why me?" "Because you're the one everyone's worried about." "He's the president," Josh said stubbornly. "He's the president and he got shot. That's the story." "His injuries were minor. The press corps says he was telling jokes in the ER." "There were reporters in the ER?" Josh asked, aghast. CJ shook her head. "They got it from the doctors. Or the nurses. Whoever was there." Josh hummed discontentedly. "How long have you been here, anyway?" he asked grumpily. CJ glanced at her watch. "About a hour and a half." "And Sam was here before." "Toby was here before. Sam was here before him." Josh frowned. "When was Toby here?" "You were sleeping." That seemed to bother him. "Why even leave someone here if I was asleep? You guys have a country to run, a president in the hospital..."

The you guys hurt in a way she couldn't quite explain. It was as if Josh had removed himself from the team. "We have it under control, Josh." "How long are you staying?" "About another half hour. Leo's coming." "Leo?" Josh looked like he might fly out of the bed in rage. She wished he would, but he was too weak. "Leo should be--" "With the president, I know. I listened to him make that same argument two hours ago, when Abbey kicked him out. You both need to rest. We can handle things for a while." Josh scowled sleepily. The combination of exertion and medication had worn him out, and she could see him slipping away. She sighed as his eyes closed. She watched him sleep for a few minutes, then she noticed the ball, forgotten on the floor by the foot of the bed. She bent to retrieve, and either the motion or something else roused Josh from his slumber. When she straightened, he was looking up at her groggily. "What did miss?"

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I have so many problems with Attack on Titan, but right now I want to talk about the illogical world-building.

Giant creatures who only eat humans and only have one 'Achilles Heel' to take them out. Got it.

And you want to fight them with swords?

How did two swords win? They went through the trouble to build a whole, physics defying harness contraption to make them fly?

There were so many other weapons they could have used if they couldn't get to 'the weak spot.'

Step One, discover electricity. Step Two, build a goddamn fence.

Do they breathe? I don't remember, but poisonous gas. (Not in a civilian setting obviously and you'd need a breathing apparatus.)

Invent the flamethrower.

Too much to ask? Fine, here's some less technical solutions:

Caltrops.

Boiling oil poured over the side of the Wall.

Sulfuric acid and other dangerous chemical compounds that will break down organic matter. (There's gotta be a chemist somewhere here.)

Put spikes on the Wall.

Survey Corps all gathered together in a concentrated group to lure the titans in to a trap...coulda used that tactic to dig a pit trap, no?

Set the titans on fire.

Let's also address the fact the Survey Corps was completely useless by existing as the living embodiment of Einstein's definition of insanity. “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.” That 'brilliant idea' of Armin's where they travel to Shiganshina at night because the titans are less active..............you're telling me....that in a hundred years...nobody else thought of that?!

The government and public were right; they were a strain on resources and brought little benefit to society. If they wanted to be useful, the purpose of the expeditions should've been more forage/hunting based in order to bring food back to a starving populace. And there would have been food. The people of Wall Maria had to abandon their homes within a twelve hour or less span, so there is no conceivable way everyone could have brought all their livestock with them. Survey Corps could've been protecting civilians as they rounded up lost cattle, pigs, chickens, sheep, etc. And Sasha might’ve gone down in history as the greatest Scout of all time.

Another thing that doesn't add up: the textile industry. With as much land as they had, the pasture land food-clothing ratio was not adequate for the population.

There are not enough cows!

Based on available materials, I assume the ODM harness and boots are made of leather. With the limited space for cattle, that supply could not meet the demand at the rate the Scouts were being killed off. (They were definitely recycling dead people's boots and gear.) That's not even taking into account regular people who need footwear or the countless other things that require leather: saddles and other horse tack, gloves, tools, heavy protective aprons for factory workers or smiths, etc.

Cotton requires a long growing season. Do they have that? Linen comes from flax seed. You'd need space to grow that and flax doesn't have much nutritional use other than soup. Same goes for jute. Wool is a possibility, but is everything made of wool? What about silk? Do they have silk worms? What are the wealthy wearing?

We can probably rule out synthetic and mineral fabrics as I don't think they have the technology.

Natural resources: They use firearms and cannons, which means there has to be a sulfur mine somewhere to make gunpowder. Except naturally-occurring sulfur is most commonly found near volcanic regions. Volcano on that island? Maybe, if sulfur was one of the 'resources' the Marley people were after.

Where are they getting the alcohol? There's a food shortage and no sane nation is going to allow citizens to plant vineyards on land that can be used for crops and they're not going to use grain for beer when it could be used for bread. I get there was corruption in the government, but limited space is limited space.

Another thing I would like to point out is no matter how many times the Founding Titan suppressed knowledge of the outside world, any mathematician with enough determination could have gone rogue and calculated the size of their world. Despite what we were told in kindergarten, people did not 'discover' the earth was round when Columbus 'discovered' America and nobody believed the earth was flat. (He also didn't discover America, but that's not what we're here for.) Ancient Greek mathematician, librarian, astronomer, scholar Eratosthenes of Cyrene determined the circumference of the earth by comparing the sun's position in the sky in relation to two different points on earth.

He was off by 2%.

Why is this important? The old order of the Walls was very much greed-based. When word of exactly how much land (and wealth) they were missing out on got out, the merchant guilds would have had their own coup against the king.

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Mega Schemes

Huge hydraulic schemes are made possible by advanced modern civil engineering techniques. They require vast international contracts that are only possible at the level of central governments, international free floating capital and supranational government organisations. The financiers borrow money and lend it at commercial rates, so they favour largescale engineering projects that promise increasing production for export markets at the expense of local subsistence economies, with disastrous social and environmental effects. Cash crops destroy settled communities and cause pollution of soil and water. For instance, Ethiopia’s Third Five-Year Plan brought 60% of cultivated land in the fertile Awash Valley under cotton, evicting Afar pastoralists onto fragile uplands which accelerated deforestation and contributed to the country’s ecological crisis and famine. There’s a vicious circle at work. Development needs money. Loans can only be repaid through cash crops that earn foreign currency. These need lots more water than subsistence farming. Large hydraulic schemes to provide this water are development. Development needs money. And so it goes.

Large-scale projects everywhere are the consequence and justification for authoritarian government: one of America’s great dam-building organisations is the US Army Corps of Engineering. Stalin’s secret police supervised the construction of dams and canals. Soldiers such as Nasser of Egypt and Gadafi of Libya and military regimes in South America have been prominent in promoting such projects. Nasser built the Anwar High dam in 1971. The long-term consequences have been to stop the annual flow of silt onto delta land, requiring a growing use of expensive chemical fertilisers, and increased vulnerability to erosion from the Mediterranean. Formerly the annual flooding washed away the build-up of natural salts; now they increase the salt content of irrigated land. The buildup of silt behind the dam is reducing its electricity generating capacity; the lake is also responsible for the dramatic increase in water-borne diseases. Nationalism leads to hydraulic projects without thought to what happens downstream in other countries. The 1992 floods of the Ganga-Brahmaputra-Barak system killed 10,000 people. 500m people live in the region, nearly 10% of the world’s population, and they are constantly at risk from water exploitation and mismanagement. Technological imperialism has replaced the empire building of the past: large-scale hydro projects are exported to countries despite many inter-related problems – deforestation, intensive land use and disputes and so on. Large-scale water engineering projects foment international disputes and have become economic bargaining counters, for example the Pergau dam in Malaysia. The British Government agreed to spend £234m on it in 1989 in exchange for a £1.3bn arms deal. In 1994 the High Court ruled that the aid decision was unlawful but these kinds of corrupt deals continue.

In Sri Lanka the disruption caused by the Mahawelli dams and plantation projects resulted in the forcible eviction of 1 million people and helped maintain the insurgency of the Tamil Tigers that resulted in thousands of deaths as they fought government forces from the late 1980s onwards. In 1993 the Marsh Arabs of southern Iraq were threatened by Saddam Hussein’s plans to drain the area – the most heavily populated part of the region. Many of the 100,000 inhabitants fled after being warned that any opposition risked death. Selincourt estimated that 3 million people would lose their homes, livelihoods, land and cultural identity by giant dam projects in the 1990s. The Kedung Ombo dam (Indonesia) displaced 25,000; the Akasombo dam (Ghana) 80,000; Caborra Bassa (South Africa) 25,000. Three dams in Laos alone will have displaced 142,000 people. The proposed Xiao Langdi dam in China would displace 140,000; the Three Gorges project 1.1 million people. Only war inflicts a similar level of human and environmental destruction, yet large dam projects have a chronic record in delivering water and power, or eliminating flooding in downstream valleys.

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Intertextile directions reveals I-dentities as theme connecting fashion trends for spring / summer 2026

In a world striving for rapid evolution, the values and identities of humans and objects stand steadfast, and nurturing individuality is key – according to Identities, the theme connecting the Intertextile Directions Trends of S/S 2026, developed by four renowned international forecasters. From 11 – 13 March 2025 at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition, fairgoers will be able to discover the emergence of four key trends – SIMPLE, HACKING, MISCHIEF, and FREEDOM – at the Trend Forum in Hall 5.1 of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai).

For the upcoming sourcing season, prominent trend forecaster Elementi Moda (Milan) will take charge of the Forum and create a tangible showcase of the trends, predicted by them and the three other members of the Intertextile Directions Trend Committee – DONEGER | TOBE (New York), NellyRodi™ Agency (Paris), and Sachiko Inoue (Tokyo). The Forum will feature collections of fabrics and accessories from various exhibitors, arranged according to each trend story. In-vogue fabrics for S/S 2026 range from natural and understated textiles with raw simplicity, to curated cute materials with whimsical and innovative elements.

‘When we change our clothes’ – understanding the upcoming trend stories Wanting to dress in favourite clothes, resemble someone admired, or remain true to self are a few of the near-universal ideals for personal style choices. As a concept, fashion embraces each wearer’s diverse passions, and that shines through in the I-dentities theme.

SIMPLE

Seeking a peaceful lifestyle in harmony with nature, the trend utilises a colour palette mildly drawn with neutral tones, showing natural softness and delicate brushstrokes. Fabrics are split into three categories: Quiet craft, featuring fabrics of inherent quality and raw simplicity such as cotton-cashmere and dehydrated linen; Emo-tech, using materials with a strong focus on texture, overdye as well as faded and vintage-inspired patterns; and Mystic past, woven or knitted feminine fabrics with a cool, soft texture and delicate appearance.

HACKING

Blending sport, beauty, comfort, and sustainability, with rhythmic and refreshing hues such as dark camouflage contrasting with signage brights. Sexy corp, the first category, is characterised by organic, recycled and synthetic fashion materials balancing performance and practicality. Outdoorsy, meanwhile, makes use of new-quality and highly functional fabrics with a touch of individuality. Lastly, Glam move prioritises comfortable materials with lightness and wearability, such as sophisticated satin, triacetate, and wool blends.

MISCHIEF

A neo-romantic style brimming with modernity, revealing a milky pastel palette empowered by a playful spectrum of hues. Sugarbaby shows shirring, puffed fabrics, matelassé, and other fabrics with a free-spirited and joyful kitsch, while Preppy boy is marked by fresh and airy organic materials and refined country-style fabrics. Finally, Cheeky Cheeky consists of multicoloured, playful fabrics blending different types of fibres, with many including pigment prints and innocent, childlike drawn patterns.

FREEDOM

This trend draws from the desire to escape into an extraordinary, non-routine existence, using an exotic palette fusing mysterious hues with sunny gradational tones. Fabric categories consist of Dramatropic, with voluptuous fabrics such as sleek silk satin, grosgrain, and chiffon; Happy Hippie, embodying diverse personalities using dynamic materials with a pleasant and cool feel; and Serenity, and its supple, nuanced fabrics with flocked finishes, delicate embroidery, and floral and bird motifs.

The fair is co-organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd; the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT; and the China Textile Information Centre. It will take place alongside Yarn Expo Spring, Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Spring Edition, CHIC and PH Value at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). For more details on this fair, please visit: www.intertextileapparel.com.

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition will be held from 11 – 13 March 2025.

Other upcoming shows:

Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies 26 – 28 February 2025, Ho Chi Minh City

Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics / Yarn Expo Shenzhen 11 – 13 June 2025, Shenzhen (Futian)

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition / Yarn Expo Autumn 2 – 4 September 2025, Shanghai

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Lasting Ethical Women’s Clothing Online Fashion That Cares

In today’s fast-paced fashion world, the demand for ethical and sustainable clothing is on the rise. For women who value style, comfort, and a positive environmental impact, ethical clothing provides a perfect balance. Shopping for Lasting Ethical Woman Clothing Online offers a convenient way to embrace a mindful wardrobe while staying fashionable.

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Why Choose Lasting Ethical Clothing?

Investing in high-quality ethical clothing ensures longevity, helping to combat the throwaway culture prevalent in fast fashion. These timeless pieces are designed to be durable, saving you money in the long run. They also reflect a commitment to reducing waste and pollution, supporting the planet's health.

Moreover, ethical fashion brands focus on empowering women in the workforce by providing opportunities and fair treatment. By choosing these brands, you support initiatives that create a positive societal impact.

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The digital space makes it easier than ever to find ethical clothing brands that align with your values. Online stores provide detailed transparency about their supply chains, materials, and sustainability practices, helping you make informed choices. Many brands now offer collections ranging from casual wear to formal attire, ensuring you can build a versatile wardrobe without compromising on ethics.

Look for certifications like Fair Trade, GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard), or B Corp to verify a brand’s commitment to ethical practices. Customer reviews can also offer insights into the quality and durability of the clothing.

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Ethical women’s clothing doesn’t compromise on style. Many online stores feature contemporary, chic designs that cater to a variety of tastes. Whether you prefer minimalist aesthetics, bold patterns, or elegant cuts, there’s something for everyone.

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Sustainable Christmas Gifts: Ideas for an Eco-Friendly Holiday

The holiday season is a time of joy, but it can also contribute to waste and environmental strain. Choosing sustainable Christmas giftsis a wonderful way to celebrate the season while caring for the planet. From eco-friendly materials to gifts that promote sustainability, this guide offers practical and meaningful ideas for green gifting.

Why Choose Sustainable Christmas Gifts?

Sustainable gifting reduces environmental impact by:

Minimizing waste and plastic use.

Supporting ethical and eco-conscious brands.

Encouraging the use of reusable, recyclable, or biodegradable materials.

Promoting thoughtful consumption instead of overindulgence.

When you choose sustainable gifts, you’re not just giving a present - you’re making a positive contribution to the environment.

Top Sustainable Christmas Gift Ideas

1. Reusable Home Essentials

Bamboo utensils, beeswax wraps, or silicone food storage bags make great gifts for anyone looking to reduce single-use plastics.

2. Eco-Friendly Fashion

Opt for clothing made from organic cotton, hemp, or recycled materials. Brands like Patagonia and Tentree focus on sustainability.

3. Plants and Gardening Kits

Indoor plants or DIY herb garden kits are gifts that grow and contribute to a greener planet.

4. Upcycled and Handmade Items

Support local artisans who create unique items from recycled materials, such as jewelry, furniture, or artwork.

5. Sustainable Beauty Products

Gift organic skincare, shampoo bars, or refillable makeup. Look for cruelty-free and zero-waste packaging.

6. Subscription Boxes

Consider eco-friendly subscription boxes for organic snacks, sustainable fashion, or environmentally friendly cleaning products.

7. Digital and Experiential Gifts

Digital books, music subscriptions, or online courses make clutter-free and sustainable presents.

Experiences like a cooking class, spa day, or outdoor adventure create lasting memories without waste.

8. Solar-Powered Gadgets

Solar chargers, lanterns, or power banks are practical and planet-friendly tech gifts.

9. Reusable Coffee Cups and Water Bottles

High-quality options from brands like KeepCup or Hydro Flask encourage a zero-waste lifestyle.

10. Charitable Donations

Make a donation in the recipient’s name to an environmental or social cause they care about.

How to Wrap Your Sustainable Gifts

Even the way you wrap your gifts can be eco-friendly!

Use recyclable wrapping paper or old newspapers.

Try fabric wrapping with the Japanese Furoshiki method.

Decorate with natural elements like dried flowers, pinecones, or twine instead of plastic ribbons.

Shopping Tips for Sustainable Gifting

1. Choose Local

Buying locally reduces transportation emissions and supports your community.

2. Check Labels

Look for certifications like Fair Trade, GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard), or B Corp.

3. Avoid Over-Packaging

Opt for brands that use minimal or eco-friendly packaging.

4. Think Long-Term

Select gifts that are durable, reusable, or biodegradable.

5. DIY Gifts

Homemade gifts, like baked goods, candles, or knitted scarves, add a personal and sustainable touch.

Benefits of Sustainable Christmas Gifts

Eco-Conscious Choices: Reduce your carbon footprint during the holiday season.

Lasting Value: Sustainable gifts often emphasize quality over quantity.

Support for Green Businesses: Encourage brands and artisans prioritizing ethical practices.

Spread Holiday Cheer Sustainably

This Christmas, let your gifts reflect the spirit of love and care - not just for your loved ones but also for the planet. By choosing sustainable Christmas gifts, you’re embracing a greener holiday season that aligns with your values.

Make a difference this festive season - give gifts that matter for the world and its future.

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Sustainable Christmas Gifts: Ideas for an Eco-Friendly Holiday

The holiday season is a time of joy, but it can also contribute to waste and environmental strain. Choosing sustainable Christmas giftsis a wonderful way to celebrate the season while caring for the planet. From eco-friendly materials to gifts that promote sustainability, this guide offers practical and meaningful ideas for green gifting.

Why Choose Sustainable Christmas Gifts?

Sustainable gifting reduces environmental impact by:

Minimizing waste and plastic use.

Supporting ethical and eco-conscious brands.

Encouraging the use of reusable, recyclable, or biodegradable materials.

Promoting thoughtful consumption instead of overindulgence.

When you choose sustainable gifts, you’re not just giving a present - you’re making a positive contribution to the environment.

Top Sustainable Christmas Gift Ideas

1. Reusable Home Essentials

Bamboo utensils, beeswax wraps, or silicone food storage bags make great gifts for anyone looking to reduce single-use plastics.

2. Eco-Friendly Fashion

Opt for clothing made from organic cotton, hemp, or recycled materials. Brands like Patagonia and Tentree focus on sustainability.

3. Plants and Gardening Kits

Indoor plants or DIY herb garden kits are gifts that grow and contribute to a greener planet.

4. Upcycled and Handmade Items

Support local artisans who create unique items from recycled materials, such as jewelry, furniture, or artwork.

5. Sustainable Beauty Products

Gift organic skincare, shampoo bars, or refillable makeup. Look for cruelty-free and zero-waste packaging.

6. Subscription Boxes

Consider eco-friendly subscription boxes for organic snacks, sustainable fashion, or environmentally friendly cleaning products.

7. Digital and Experiential Gifts

Digital books, music subscriptions, or online courses make clutter-free and sustainable presents.

Experiences like a cooking class, spa day, or outdoor adventure create lasting memories without waste.

8. Solar-Powered Gadgets

Solar chargers, lanterns, or power banks are practical and planet-friendly tech gifts.

9. Reusable Coffee Cups and Water Bottles

High-quality options from brands like KeepCup or Hydro Flask encourage a zero-waste lifestyle.

10. Charitable Donations

Make a donation in the recipient’s name to an environmental or social cause they care about.

How to Wrap Your Sustainable Gifts

Even the way you wrap your gifts can be eco-friendly!

Use recyclable wrapping paper or old newspapers.

Try fabric wrapping with the Japanese Furoshiki method.

Decorate with natural elements like dried flowers, pinecones, or twine instead of plastic ribbons.

Shopping Tips for Sustainable Gifting

1. Choose Local

Buying locally reduces transportation emissions and supports your community.

2. Check Labels

Look for certifications like Fair Trade, GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard), or B Corp.

3. Avoid Over-Packaging

Opt for brands that use minimal or eco-friendly packaging.

4. Think Long-Term

Select gifts that are durable, reusable, or biodegradable.

5. DIY Gifts

Homemade gifts, like baked goods, candles, or knitted scarves, add a personal and sustainable touch.

Benefits of Sustainable Christmas Gifts

Eco-Conscious Choices: Reduce your carbon footprint during the holiday season.

Lasting Value: Sustainable gifts often emphasize quality over quantity.

Support for Green Businesses: Encourage brands and artisans prioritizing ethical practices.

Spread Holiday Cheer Sustainably

This Christmas, let your gifts reflect the spirit of love and care - not just for your loved ones but also for the planet. By choosing sustainable Christmas gifts, you’re embracing a greener holiday season that aligns with your values.

Make a difference this festive season - give gifts that matter for the world and its future.