I have seen the future of fashion, and IT IS VEGAN.

I have seen the future of fashion, and IT IS VEGAN. I'm a huge advocate for cruelty free brands and am the Queen of a Faux Fur. Gucci has joined the likes of Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger and Armani, which are all fur-free. Gucci has banned the use of fur. The Kering-owned megabrand says the ban will take effect with its Spring/Summer 2018 collections and it has signed up to the Fur Free Alliance, an organization that promises to end exploitation and killing of animals for fur, as part of a wider sustainability plan. The decision to ban fur was made with creative director Alessandro Michele, emphasized Bizzarri. “Fashion has always been about trends and emotions and anticipating the wishes and desires of consumers,” he said. The best creative directors “are able to anticipate, to smell something outside before anybody else. Fashion and modernity go together.” Being Vegan is not a trend, it is a lifestyle. I can only hope that the changes taking place next Spring/Summer 2018 will spark Gucci to make more cruelty free changes within their brand.

What's Your Skin Worth?

    I am honored to be on the cover of SKIN TRADE. Please take the time to educate yourself on the dark world of ugly glamour and painful beauty.

"Fur is sexy, beautiful, sensuous and luxurious. Nothing feels better against your skin, and beautiful, sexy, successful people wear it. Fur is also environmentally friendly and is therefore a sustainable resource. "

   These are the campaigns the fur industry uses to get people to commit the ultimate atrocities permitted against animals. Consumers are misled by retailers who assure them that animals used for fur are humanely euthanized, intentionally hiding the reality of how the animals are hideously killed. 

   Step inside the world of SKIN TRADE. Hundreds of hours of interviews with insiders, designers, leaders and celebrities compiled in a heart-punching documentary directed and produced by award-winning director Shannon Keith. 

   This film lends a voice to the voiceless whose skin is ripped from them while often still alive. 

   Understand what makes this savage industry tick and what it will take to change it. SAY NO TO ANIMAL CRUELTY!

 

PAWJ IG GIVE AWAY!

 In celebration of Fall, I'm pairing up with PAWJ to do an Instagram Give away!  Entering the give away is really easy! All you have to do is:

1. Follow @Pawj.California, @KirstinaColonna & @NamasteNinasway on Instagram.

2. Repost this picture and tell us why Cruelty Free Fashion is important to you with the hash tags #Pawj  #Vegan #NamasteNinasWay

    Good luck! (Winners announced on 9/29, Public Profiles only)

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Follow me this Fall, and make cruelty free boots the latest trend!

OUTFIT DETAILS

 Want My Look Janie Ribbed Knit Cropped Jogger Set

PAWJ CALIFORNIA Tan Snow Leopard Boots

   Like every other California girl, I love the coziness of warm boots in our “freezing” 60 degree weather, but for the longest time UGGS have been the leading company in comfort footwear. I refuse to wear a brand that profits from animal cruelty, leaving me in quite the cold feet rout. Thankfully, I’ve recently discovered PAWJ and they have quickly become my go to for cozy fall boots! PAWJ boots are designed and manufactured with dedicated compassion to offer warmth, comfort and fashion without any harm to animals. Each boot is made with high quality synthetic suede and faux fur making them 100% Vegan. The boots are offered in four different suede colors, many fur patterns, and are stain and water resistant. I’m currently obsessed with their Tan Snow Leopard boots! I can effortlessly style them with my loungewear wardrobe and there is no match for the easy slip on warmth and comfort they provide.

   Based in Southern California, PAWJ is the creation of designer Julee Merrill. Born from her passion to create a better world for animals while sustaining their right to life, PAWJ provides their customers a way to make a difference. Imagine a world where animals aren’t exploited for their skins! By using only the highest quality synthetics and faux furs available, PAWJ California provides a glimpse into that world.

   PAWJ California is a family run business that is taking a stand to create a better world. Their belief that all sentient creatures have the right to life moves them to create alternative products that avoid the use of animal skins or furs without sacrificing comfort and quality. They aspire to become the leading developer of environmentally friendly and 100% cruelty free alternative products that enable both their customers and company to make a difference!