Make Black Friday Green

Black Friday is the official kickoff for the holiday buying season. As a conservationist, I know that buying stuff is inherently bad for the planet. But as the daughter of a family business, I know the holiday season is essential for people. In fact, many businesses depend on the holidays for their survival.I also know that regardless of the environmental message I present, that people will still shop. People (like my sister) will insist on gifts no matter what. And to be honest, as a fancy scientist, I have struggled with shopping myself. In fact, I love things like fashion and makeup.In this episode, I share with you my secrets in turning your Black Friday green – showing you companies and ways you can buy gifts for loved ones with less of an impact on the earth.  I noticed after recording this podcast, that it is weighted towards clothes – maybe because that’s what I love to get for Christmas? But whether you are gifting or looking for stuff for yourself, this episode will help!Specifically I go over:Things to think about BEFORE shopping at all on Black FridayWhy we need to think about where we shop and using our dollars to voteB corporations and what they areThe impact of the fashion industry on the environmentMy favorite companies/places to shop for makeup, skincare, clothing, accessories, handbags, sportswear, tea, and chocolates:Beautycounter (affiliate)The Real Real (affiliate)Thred UpRent the Runway (haven’t tried yet, but want to)Reformation (haven’t tried yet, but want to)TonléAmour VertKaren Kane (haven’t tried yet, but want to)Eileen Fisher (haven’t tried yet, but want to)PatagoniaKindred BelleAthletaWorld Wildlife Fund4Ocean (Sold at our family business here)BombasConscious StepElephant Origins TeaAlter Eco ChocolatesAnd MORE!For full show notes visit: https://stephanieschuttler.com/black-friday-green/