2017 World Legacy Awards Winners: leaders in tourism sustainability

Coinciding with the United Nations International Year of Sustainable Tourism Development, the five winners of the 2017 National Geographic World Legacy Awards were announced during an awards ceremony at 2017 ITB Berlin, the world’s largest tourism trade fair. The World Legacy Awards, a partnership between National Geographic and ITB Berlin, showcase the leading travel and … Read more

International Perfume Foundation announces Lavender Essential Oil Judging for Year 2016

International Perfume Foundation (IPF) Founder and Chair Creezy Courtoy announced the first in a series of IPF Natural Perfumery Teacher’s Academy events: Lavender Sommelier Essential Oil Judging. These educational programs are designed to develop effective distillation techniques and recognize quality lavender essential oils. The initial Lavender Sommelier™ Essential Oil Judging event taking place this month … Read more

Fur flies as Stella McCartney unveils ‘skin-free skin’ in Paris

Designer and agitator for animal welfare showcases cruelty-free fashion, while Alexander McQueen’s show is full of sensual suggestion

What drives the demand for rhino horns?

Should we accept that Vietnamese medicinal demand for rhino horns is traditional, and inevitable? Those who stockpile horns think so

For a fashion world beyond next season: Making sustainability fashionable

KERING X GLOBAL FASHION AGENDA. Kering, the global luxury group and owner of Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Saint Laurent, Alexander McQueen, and Global Fashion Agenda are on a mission to mobilise the international fashion industry. See how we can transform the way we produce and consume fashion. The three trillion-dollar fashion industry is also one of … Read more

Diamond rings sparkle for the internet dating generation

A small London company is causing a stir by making bespoke rings in the UK and selling online as orders rise for Valentine’s Day