Julia's Top Tips for Wearing Ethical Fashion to Keep the Winter Chills Away

How To Beat Global Cooling

If you are like me and most of my friends who have zilch energy to hit the shops in between gruelling work schedules and social engagements, then you won’t really have much choice but to browse shops online.

What with these stubborn glacial weather conditions (which some people are now referring to in cynical terms as ‘global cooling’), it’s all about feeling warm, whilst looking effortlessly well-dressed. Looking frozen is a look best avoided, so keep your eye on the forecasts (ok so they’re not always accurate) and make sure you don’t ice over when you brave the stiff, cold wind and snow showers.

Taking into account what is useful for both work and weekends, I’ve selected some vital things to wear to keep you insulated ethically.



First on the list is ethical fashion brand Where’s multi-functional hand-made boots which can be worn to the knee or as an ankle boot. Ankle boots are everywhere right now and with these you can alternate the style according to what looks best with what you’re wearing. The heels are vintage-inspired too! Now £75 (from £150) in the Ethics Girls shop

Second to protect you from the chilly spell is Miksani’s 100% organic alpaca super-soft wool short-sleeved cardigan to wear over tops and dresses. Miksani create fashion garments by employing socially responsible and ethical business practices. NOW £100

Third on my list of picks is Fair Trade clothing company Bibico’s hand-knitted 100% wool sailor-knit stripey jumper, which comes in a palette of fuscia and charcoal. This toasty jumper won’t fail to disappoint you year after year. NOW £39

Fourth on my selection list is Bibico’s cutesy hand-knitted 100% wool crochet pom-pom scarf in blue and cream. You’ll have people commenting on this one for sure! NOW £10

Last on my list is global ethical fashion brand Kuyichi’s beautifully soft cable-knit beanie hat in dove grey. Like the other four, this has been made under fair working conditions. rrp £14

Treat yourself this winter. You’ll be thanking me for helping you fight the cold.

By Julia Nelson, of Ethics Girls Magazine
February 2010