The first trimester of this pregnancy left me completely drained, uninspired, and blah! Not to mention a little tacky as my body started to outgrow the only sizes I’ve ever worn for the majority of my adult life. The bodily changes started happening quickly – I had to do the “pony tail holder” method to…
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Thrift It! Clique – Pantone Colors of the Year 2016
Pantone, the leading authority on color for most people in the world, delightfully shocked everyone when they announced TWO signature colors for 2016, instead of the normal one color. The surprise was marvelous, though, because the two colors both stand alone well and compliment each other spectacularly. The colors? Rose Quartz and Serenity (click the colors to learn…
Lipstick | 4 Eco-Friendly & Organic Alternatives to Your Favorites
Green, sustainable, eco-friendly, ethical. If you follow along with the Old World New journey, you hear these words from me all of the time. I am on a mission to help you live a healthier, cleaner life and to leave the planet full of healthy, natural resources for the generations after us. There are levels…
Ultimate Guide to Sustainable Clothing Brands for Adults
For a while now, I have been gathering names of sustainable clothing brands and shops that I follow on Instagram, as well as shops that I run across on the web. Seeing the number of sustainable clothing brands grow on Instagram is part of the most compelling evidence that this is not just a fleeting…
3 Ways to “Use What You Have” – Sustainable Living Tips
A while back on instagram I saw this sustainability graphic, which has been deemed a “bastardization of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs in the name of conscious consumerism” by its creator, Sarah L. It inspired me to want to share the message since I try to live by it already and I want to incorporate more of…
Thrifted Yellow Asian High Collar & Split Dress + Distressed Denim
photos by Kali of Rhedeont Photography This unique top/dress is actually a traditional Asian top. I’m not sure from what country specifically, or if it is everyday wear or made for special occasions, but the one thing that can’t be denied is its beauty. The bright yellow color, the long flowing fabric, and the delicate…