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5 Ways to Shop Mindfully this Valentine's Day
5 Ways to Shop Mindfully this Valentine's Day
February is the month of love. While red heart-shaped balloons, pop-up cards and chocolates record high sales this month, we thought we'll put together a list of lovely presents you can get your loved ones which are unique and well, good for the earth! Single or not, this list is a wonderful guide to help you shop mindfully. So let's dive in right away.
Just before we begin, we wanted to remind you that we now have a welcome discount on our website : www.thephoenixcompany.in
1. UPCYCLED GOODIES
Hear me out before you say not again! You see, upcycled dresses and accessories make for really cool presents for the simple reason that such a piece didn't exist before this. Whether it's a dress from a saree, a sling bag from denim jeans or earrings from scrap cloth - there's almost no way that the exact same dress or bag can be found in two places. Besides, you already know that it's good for the environment, right? :D
Check out our line of upcycled dresses and shop away!
2. MAKE THOSE SMALL BUSINESSES BIG!
If you went all, 'But it's a gift! We can't give something upcycled!', then here's another option. Shop from local, small businesses instead of just clicking on the first big names that pop-up on Google. Ask around in your friend circles and you'll see how many of your friends own an enterprise which offers something amazing and unique - either handmade or supporting artisans or originally designed. This is a wonderful option for many reasons - you know what goes behind making the product, you're supporting a budding entrepreneur AND you get a quality product. (CAUTION! Always do a bit of cross-checking and fact checking to assess the authenticity of the brand - through customer experiences, etc.)
Check out our collection of handmade jewellery, magnets, coasters, notebooks, art prints, dresses, men's kurtas , t-shirts, mugs and more.
3. BECOME A PLANT PARENT!
Gift your loved one an indoor plant or a sapling. It's eco-friendly and well, a way to find a new hobby! From plants for the desk to saplings for a kitchen garden, there's no dearth of options in the market today. There are even some which don't require much water to live. So you can find something that best suits your tastes. Just remember, plants are like pets, and need to be looked after with a lot of care and affection. :)
4. GIFT AN EXPERIENCE
This one is one of my personal favourites. Recently, we signed my sister up for a baking workshop as a present for her work anniversary and it was the best decision ever! She ended up baking us some delicious oats and honey cookies TWICE. More importantly, she learnt something new and enjoyed the experience. From workshops to gallery walks, there are a bunch of experiences you can gift your loved ones. This is a zero-waste gifting option that's meaningful and fun. You can double the amount of fun by signing up together - bake a cake together or learn to doodle together!
5. ANIMAL-FRIENDLY GIFTS
Let's pause before we shop? If you're getting a lipstick or a saree, a wallet or jewellery - pause for a moment to see if they're animal-friendly. Whether it's silk or leather, pearls or gelatin - many of the products we use are made from animal-based materials using the most cruel practices. So is it worth it to buy a product that's caused harm to another living being? With multiple cruelty-free, natural alternatives available today, why not opt for them? Sarees made of linen, banana fibre, bamboo fibre, bags made from jute, vegan lipsticks and more - there's now a cruelty-free alternative to everything. Make sure you check them out!
Check out our cruelty-free collection of handloom sarees, stoles, purses, jewellery, skirts, materials and more.
Well, that's all from us. We hope this short and sweet gifting guide will help you make more mindful choices which are also good for the environment. Oh and in case you forgot, you get a discount on your first order on our website : www.thephoenixcompany.in :D
February is the month of love. While red heart-shaped balloons, pop-up cards and chocolates record high sales this month, we thought we'll put together a list of lovely presents you can get your loved ones which are unique and well, good for the earth! Single or not, this list is a wonderful guide to help you shop mindfully. So let's dive in right away.
Just before we begin, we wanted to remind you that we now have a welcome discount on our website : www.thephoenixcompany.in
1. UPCYCLED GOODIES
Hear me out before you say not again! You see, upcycled dresses and accessories make for really cool presents for the simple reason that such a piece didn't exist before this. Whether it's a dress from a saree, a sling bag from denim jeans or earrings from scrap cloth - there's almost no way that the exact same dress or bag can be found in two places. Besides, you already know that it's good for the environment, right? :D
Check out our line of upcycled dresses and shop away!
2. MAKE THOSE SMALL BUSINESSES BIG!
If you went all, 'But it's a gift! We can't give something upcycled!', then here's another option. Shop from local, small businesses instead of just clicking on the first big names that pop-up on Google. Ask around in your friend circles and you'll see how many of your friends own an enterprise which offers something amazing and unique - either handmade or supporting artisans or originally designed. This is a wonderful option for many reasons - you know what goes behind making the product, you're supporting a budding entrepreneur AND you get a quality product. (CAUTION! Always do a bit of cross-checking and fact checking to assess the authenticity of the brand - through customer experiences, etc.)
Check out our collection of handmade jewellery, magnets, coasters, notebooks, art prints, dresses, men's kurtas , t-shirts, mugs and more.
3. BECOME A PLANT PARENT!
Gift your loved one an indoor plant or a sapling. It's eco-friendly and well, a way to find a new hobby! From plants for the desk to saplings for a kitchen garden, there's no dearth of options in the market today. There are even some which don't require much water to live. So you can find something that best suits your tastes. Just remember, plants are like pets, and need to be looked after with a lot of care and affection. :)
4. GIFT AN EXPERIENCE
This one is one of my personal favourites. Recently, we signed my sister up for a baking workshop as a present for her work anniversary and it was the best decision ever! She ended up baking us some delicious oats and honey cookies TWICE. More importantly, she learnt something new and enjoyed the experience. From workshops to gallery walks, there are a bunch of experiences you can gift your loved ones. This is a zero-waste gifting option that's meaningful and fun. You can double the amount of fun by signing up together - bake a cake together or learn to doodle together!
5. ANIMAL-FRIENDLY GIFTS
Let's pause before we shop? If you're getting a lipstick or a saree, a wallet or jewellery - pause for a moment to see if they're animal-friendly. Whether it's silk or leather, pearls or gelatin - many of the products we use are made from animal-based materials using the most cruel practices. So is it worth it to buy a product that's caused harm to another living being? With multiple cruelty-free, natural alternatives available today, why not opt for them? Sarees made of linen, banana fibre, bamboo fibre, bags made from jute, vegan lipsticks and more - there's now a cruelty-free alternative to everything. Make sure you check them out!
Check out our cruelty-free collection of handloom sarees, stoles, purses, jewellery, skirts, materials and more.
Well, that's all from us. We hope this short and sweet gifting guide will help you make more mindful choices which are also good for the environment. Oh and in case you forgot, you get a discount on your first order on our website : www.thephoenixcompany.in :D