A New Era of Conscious Luxury Welcome to the first edition of a.co11ective Our new magazine was born from a simple yet powerful idea that true luxury is not about excess, but about essence. It’s about the quality of our choices, the care we put into what we create, and the respect we show to the people and planet around us. a.co11ective brings together brands and voices that embody that philosophy, from sustainable fashion houses and clean beauty pioneers to artisans, designers, and storytellers whose work reflects purpose and passion. For me, this marks both a new beginning and a natural evolution. After years of creating and curating stories through Millionair Magazine, I felt called to build something that went deeper, a platform for conscious connection, creativity, and collaboration…for me, for you and for us. This is our inaugural edition, a celebration of those redefining what luxury truly means: time, health, sustainability, and community. Together, we are not just creating a magazine; we are building a collective. With love and gratitude, Melanie
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a.co11ective – Curating Conscious Luxury, One Story at a Time Celebrating People, Brands & the Beauty of Sustainability The Future of Luxury is Collective
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A New Era of Conscious Luxury
Welcome to the first edition of a.co11ective
Our new magazine was born from a simple yet powerful idea that true luxury is not about excess, but about essence. It’s about the quality of our choices, the care we put into what we create, and the respect we show to the people and planet around us. a.co11ective brings together brands and voices that embody that philosophy, from sustainable fashion houses and clean beauty pioneers to artisans, designers, and storytellers whose work reflects purpose and passion. For me, this marks both a new beginning and a natural evolution. After years of creating and curating stories through Millionair Magazine, I felt called to build something that went deeper, a platform for conscious connection, creativity, and collaboration… for me, for you and for us.
This is our inaugural edition, a celebration of those redefining what luxury truly means: time, health, sustainability, and community.
Together, we are not just creating a magazine; we are building a collective.
With love and gratitude,
Melanie
As we enter this new era, a.co11ective is here to celebrate not only beautiful things, but also meaningful ones. This is a space for minimalism and mindfulness, for supporting your local communities, and for cherishing the artisans and brands who are shaping a better future.
Together, we are not just consumers, we are caretakers, collaborators, and change-makers.
Here’s to building a collective that values people, purpose, and the planet.
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Online At a.co11ective , we are excited to announce the upcoming launch of “The Directory’’. A dynamic new feature dedicated to showcasing both iconic, established names and the most exciting emerging brands from around the globe. This carefully curated space will serve as a premium hub for discovery, bringing our audience closer to the products, services, and innovations shaping the luxury and lifestyle markets today. Whether it’s a heritage brand with decades of excellence or a bold newcomer redefining its industry, our goal is to spotlight stories that inspire, connect, and deliver true value. More than just a directory, this feature celebrates the relationship between brands and their audiences, offering readers exclusive insights, meaningful introductions, and direct access to the very best the world has to offer. From the Brands, For the People is where aspiration meets accessibility, bridging the gap between global businesses and the discerning consumers who love them. Launching soon, this platform promises to be a go-to resource for those seeking quality, innovation, and a trusted guide through the ever-evolving world of luxury living. On social Follow us @a.co11ective for a front-row seat to the world of sustainability, lifestyle, and innovation. Our editors bring you exclusive updates straight from the source, covering
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Melanie Burnett, Founder, Designer & Editor-in-Chief A creative visionary devoted to conscious design and sustainable living, Melanie leads a.collective with her signature blend of style, intention, and eco-minded innovation.
Rebekah Roy, Writer and Creative Editor , brings a thoughtful voice shaped by her background in feminism and fashion styling. She explores the evolving conversations around art, culture, and conscious luxury, providing insightful views on creativity, heritage and sustainable style.
Raf Rodrigues, Fashion Sustainability Editor
Raf brings a global perspective to sustainable fashion. As a longtime advocate for ethical design. His insight and industry experience shape a.collective’s conversation around responsible luxury and the future of fashion.
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Carol Carol Mead, Writer & Contributor With a background in fashion, styling and wellbeing, Carol Mead brings a soulful, intuitive voice to a.collective. Drawing on her own journey with botanicals and emotional healing, she writes about scent, wellness and reconnection with gentle insight and depth.
Lauren Maybank, Sustainable Beauty Editor Makeup artist and conscious beauty expert curating the best in clean, ethical beauty. Covers product launches, treatments, and spa reviews in the UK and abroad.
Lisa Harris, Skin & Wellness Contributor With over 28 years in advanced skin health, natural therapeutics, and holistic rejuvenation, Lisa, known as The Alchemist Facialist, brings expert insight into transformative, toxin-free beauty treatments and wellness rituals.
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As the seasons shift, I’ve curated a selection of winter gifts that embody the spirit of the colder months: timeless, thoughtful, and effortlessly stylish. From the warm glow of the Kjarr Natural Fragranced Candle to the poetic beauty of S amantha Sui’s ‘In Love’ necklace, each piece offers its own quiet luxury. This edit also includes the grounded sophistication of Bajer watches, my favourite is Corduene Chestnut, the mindful intention behind Sloane Stationery’s Eco Warrior journal, and the refined, nature-driven craftsmanship of Thamon bags made from leaves. Together, they form my must-have picks to guide you beautifully through the season.
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Introducing the Kjarr Natural Fragranced Candle, inspired by the Norse word for "Forest Clearing." It features top notes of lemon verbena and petitgrain, blended with ylang ylang and patchouli, evoking an Indonesian rainforest at dawn. The candle is housed in a recyclable amber glass vessel and made from a 100% natural wax blend, including British rapeseed oil and organic coconut oil. It contains natural essential oil fragrance, sustainably sourced Madagascan patchouli, and uses recycled packaging. Handmade in the UK with renewable energy, 10% of profits support forest preservation, and refills are available.
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THE LOVE
The Glistening Desert Necklace, part of the "A Love Affair" Collection, celebrates Las Vegas’ hidden beauty, blending the desert's colors with the duality of its terrain. The “in love” clasp reflects the romance and historical significance of the city, while genuine white sapphires add sparkle. Inspired by Betty Willis's iconic Moulin Rouge neon sign, a portion of each sale (10%) supports the Neon Museum's mission to preserve Las Vegas history. The necklace is also reversible.
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Bajer Watches Corduene Chestnut features a double-eyed chronograph with a matte dial, combining a smart and sporty look. Powered by a Swiss-made quartz movement, it uses premium materials like break-resistant mineral glass. Inspired by the intricate architecture of Kurdish regions in Turkey, the collection reflects Kurdish heritage.
The Mary-Go-Round Crossbody Bag by Thamon is a sustainably made accessory from genuine leaves. Its cylindrical design is stylish, with a durable zip closure and adjustable strap for convenience. It can be used for daily essentials or as a chic cosmetics organizer, with each piece showcasing a unique, luxurious texture.
The Eco Warrior journal by Sloane Stationery is the perfect marriage of conscience and character. It promises substance, not just in the handwritten words it holds, but in its underlying ethos. A journal that doesn’t just capture thoughts, it champions values.
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Lisa Harris The Alchemist Facialist
With over 28 years in the skin, health, and wellness industry, Lisa Harris has built a reputation as one of the UK’s most intuitive and transformative facialists. Known to her clients as The Alchemist Facialist, Lisa combines advanced bio- technology with bio-energetic care and hands-on expertise to rejuvenate the skin from within, naturally, effectively, and without toxins. Her philosophy is simple yet powerful: true beauty radiates when skin, body, and energy are in harmony. Each treatment is a curated experience designed to restore balance, vitality, and luminosity. ‘’Through my wisdom of curated skin-health rituals and 28 years of knowledge. No toxins, no fillers, no peels, no hydrafacials, just harmonising electro- therapy that resonates with your skin cells, awakening your youthful light and revealing your true self.”
Lisa’s unique approach to skin wellness from within continues to redefine what it means to age gracefully, blending science, energy, and intuition into one transformative experience.
By Rebekah Roy My Sustainable Life Someone once told me, “All you can do is your best.” It sounded simple, almost too simple. But it stuck with me. Because trying to live sustainably is messy, imperfect, and often filled with self-doubt. What does it actually mean to “live sustainably”? I ask myself that question almost every day. What if I bought the wrong thing? What if I made the wrong choice and ended up supporting something I never intended to?
The truth is: living a sustainable life isn’t easy. But we do our best. I do my best. And over the years, that has become enough.
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My home is built almost entirely from secondhand finds— every piece of furniture, every plate in the kitchen, every odd little object with a past attached to it. Around 70% of my wardrobe is secondhand, too. As a fashion stylist, I adore clothes. I have a lot of them. And yes, sometimes I feel guilty about how much I own. But there are also moments when those pieces bring me genuine joy, creativity, and comfort. Sustainability isn’t about deprivation. It’s about aligning your values with the life you’re actually living, not the life someone else thinks you should live. Shifting your mindset takes time. My carbon footprint is relatively low: I’m vegan, I take the tube and train across London, I don’t have children, and I live with a small secondhand dog who has no idea she’s part of my sustainability strategy. Even so, there are days when I wonder if I’m still failing the planet. That feeling—of never quite measuring up—is something many people carry quietly. Sustainability can feel like an endless checklist where you’re always one step behind. But that’s the trap: believing that perfection is the goal. It isn’t.
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My love for secondhand clothing started long before sustainability was a mainstream topic. I bought my first vintage pieces at Milton’s, an old department store in Winnipeg, Canada. They were from the 1940s—an old warehouse full of treasure. I didn’t buy them because they were “sustainable.” I bought them because they sparked something in me. I loved fashion, and it didn’t matter where the clothes came from as long as they made me feel something. But now, of course, it does matter where clothes come from. It matters where everything comes from. That awareness creeps in slowly, and then it becomes impossible to ignore. Once you’ve seen the conditions behind certain products—the waste, the labour issues, the impact—you can’t unsee it. You can’t unlearn it. And you can’t pretend your choices are neutral. Asking, “Who made my clothes?” isn’t just a slogan—it’s a responsibility. Over the decades, I’ve bought plenty of new things too—fashion is part of my world, and creativity sometimes means indulging in something fresh. But every time I’ve moved house, bags of clothing have gone off to charity shops. It was a cycle I didn’t fully question until one moment changed the way I approached consumption entirely. I remember making my first big “adult” purchase: a custom-built couch. I agonised over the fabric, the colour, the shape. I felt such pride knowing it was something I’d have for life. Or so I thought. A few months later, I moved to England and gave the couch away. All that money, all that material, all that energy—gone. That was the moment I vowed never to buy another piece of new furniture again. Not out of guilt, but out of awareness. I realised I didn’t want to participate in that cycle anymore.
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And that’s the heart of sustainability: adjusting the way you live, not through punishment but through understanding.
I can’t change the entire world. None of us can. But I can change how I live, how I spend my money, and how I engage with what I bring into my home and my wardrobe. Every decision—from what I eat to how I travel to the clothes I pull for work—sends out a tiny signal. And collectively, those signals add up. Sustainability isn’t a straight line. It’s a series of shifts—small wins, small mistakes, lessons learned, and habits refined. Some days I feel completely aligned with my values; other days I wonder if I’m getting it wrong. But I remind myself that doing your best is not the same as doing it perfectly. It’s showing up with intention. It’s caring. It’s being willing to ask questions about the things we used to accept without thinking. For me, sustainability looks like a secondhand wardrobe, a vintage-filled home, taking the tube and train across London, a vegan lifestyle, and a rescue dog curled up at the foot of the bed. It’s a life built from intention rather than excess — but let’s be honest, my life is glamorous. I work in fashion, I’m surrounded by beauty and creativity, and I’m constantly inspired by the people and places I get to collaborate with. The glamour and the sustainability can coexist. They do coexist. My world proves that you don’t have to choose between loving fashion and caring about the planet. You can honour your values and still live a life that feels rich, expressive, and full of joy. We can’t control everything. But we can control how we choose to live. And if we all choose — imperfectly, honestly, consistently — to do our best, that’s how change begins. One thoughtful choice at a time.
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Community Clothing The Beauty of Making Things Well
Words by Melanie Burnett, Editor-in-Chief,
This winter, my Editor’s Favourite is one that goes far beyond fashion, it’s a story of community, craftsmanship, and purpose. Community Clothing , founded by Patrick Grant , was born from a simple yet powerful mission: to restore pride, prosperity, and sustainable employment to Britain’s once-thriving textile regions. In an era dominated by fast fashion and fleeting trends, this homegrown brand champions something timeless, the art of making things well. Every garment is created in British factories during their quieter periods, providing skilled workers with consistent, year-round employment. It’s a model that not only sustains local craftsmanship but uplifts entire communities, proving that affordable, well- made clothing and social good can coexist.
Their designs are pared-back, practical, and beautifully made, classic cuts, durable fabrics, and a quiet confidence that makes them endlessly wearable. It’s clothing with conscience, purpose, and pride. This season, my absolute favourite is their Women’s Boot Cut Mid-Rise Jean , a perfectly cut, flattering staple made from premium denim with just the right amount of stretch. Designed and crafted in Britain, these jeans embody everything Community Clothing stands for: quality, comfort, and authenticity. They’re timeless, versatile, and built to last, the kind of piece you’ll reach for year after year. As I pulled them on during a crisp Somerset morning, I was reminded that true luxury lies not in logos, but in longevity, in knowing where and how something was made.
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Community Clothing isn’t just my winter essential, it’s a philosophy I believe in. A celebration of honest work, ethical production, and British resilience at its finest.
Because sometimes, the most beautiful thing you can wear is integrity.
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🧵 Made in Britain 🧥 Ethical Manufacturing 🌿 Sustainable Employment 👖 Editor’s Favourite: Women’s Boot Cut Mid-Rise Jean 💫 Everyday Luxury
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Love, Legacy & Local Luxury Inside the World of Lovebrook & Green
Nestled in the heart of the English countryside, Lovebrook & Green is redefining conscious luxury. Founded by Lucy, the brand celebrates timeless design, craftsmanship, and sustainability, where every curated piece tells a story of quality and care. From elegant homewares to beautiful gifting, their philosophy blends heritage, style, and ethical values for the modern conscious consumer.
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Origins & Inspiration Lucy, can you share the story behind Lovebrook & Green, where did it all begin? Lovebrook & Green grew from a lifelong fascination with beauty that doesn’t cost the earth. My journey began in journalism as a political and environmental reporter for ITN. Over twenty-five years ago, I was interviewing climate scientists who were already warning that the world was on a dangerous path. I realised then that the greatest story of our time wasn’t political, it was planetary. In 2006, I began hosting monthly gatherings at Home House in London, bringing together eco-entrepreneurs and investors to share ideas and spark collaboration. Later, when I retrained as a psychotherapist and started a family, the climate crisis followed me into the clinic. I began hearing its emotional echo: eco-anxiety, grief and young people questioning whether they even wanted to have children. It was clear to me that we needed agency to help us overcome anxiety. That conviction led me to set up Green Salon, a sustainable lifestyle consultancy helping people clear pollutants from their lives, swap out their carbon use and live more intentionally. From there, I developed a sustainability assessment with global experts and trained Oxford University students to analyse brands on it. Together, we created a directory of brands that lead with integrity. What became clear was that people want to buy ethically; they need it to be convenient and desirable.
So the directory became the soil from which Lovebrook & Green grew: a digital department store rooted in ethics, artistry and elegance – where conscious living meets true luxury.
What inspired the name and the brand’s philosophy?
The name was inspired in part by Dr. James Lovelock, whose Gaia Hypothesis proposed that the Earth is a self- regulating organism, a living system that nurtures and sustains us. That idea of deep interconnectedness sits at the heart of everything we do. I’ve always loved those lyrical old English names, like Lovejoy, Loveday, that carry warmth and humanity. Lovebrook felt right because humans, like water, have the capacity to flow around obstacles and adapt with grace. Green felt inevitable. It is, of course, the colour of renewal, and of nature itself. Together, Lovebrook & Green expresses a belief that true luxury lives in harmony: between people and planet, craft and conscience, heritage and innovation.
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Craftsmanship & Sustainability
How do you approach sourcing and curation to ensure ethical and sustainable standards?
At Lovebrook & Green , ethics are never an afterthought; they’re the starting point. Every brand we work with meets a clearly defined standard of integrity. Many hold respected certifications such as B Corp or the Positive Luxury Butterfly Mark, or have been recognised by Buy Me Once for their exceptional durability. Others undergo our own in- house sustainability assessment, which examines every aspect of their operations, from materials and manufacturing to people, planet and purpose. We verify every claim a brand makes and share that evidence with our customers, so that transparency is woven through the entire experience. It’s a process that goes beyond compliance; it’s about building trust. Our aim has always been to curate a collection of makers who see sustainability not as a slogan but as a craft. These are brands that enrich rather than extract, that produce with care rather than haste. And in the New Year, we’re expanding that vision with Rare & Beautiful – a dedicated space celebrating small-batch UK artisans who work alone or in studios of no more than five people, creating quietly exquisite pieces with local materials and extraordinary skill.
Many of your pieces feel both timeless and contemporary. How do you strike that balance?
I believe the brands of the future are those rooted in the depth and quality of the past but brave enough to reimagine what comes next. Craftsmanship is timeless when it’s honest, and contemporary when it dares to evolve. Take 886 by The Royal Mint, for example – a company that has been creating coins for this country since the year 886, and is now transforming that heritage into jewellery made from silver recovered from NHS X-rays once stored in forgotten filing cabinets and gold made from our discarded lap-tops. It’s an extraordinary alchemy of history and innovation. Or BEEN, crafting elegant bags from grain waste left over from beer brewing, with not a trace of plastic in sight. That’s what excites me: brands that look both backwards and forwards, carrying the soul of craftsmanship into a new, regenerative age. Timelessness, to me, isn’t about resisting change — it’s about evolving with grace and purpose.
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The Heart of the Brand
What does “luxury” mean to you in today’s world?
To me, luxury today is about care. Care for how things are made, who makes them, and what happens after they’re bought. It’s no longer about excess or exclusivity – it’s about depth, integrity, and connection. True luxury honours time: the time it takes to grow a fibre, to shape a material, to master a craft. In an age of speed and disposability, choosing something made with purpose is an act of quiet rebellion. I think of luxury as something that invites you to slow down: to notice the texture, the story, the intention behind it. Ethical luxury isn’t an aesthetic; it’s a philosophy. It’s beauty with a conscience.
How do your personal values influence the collections you create or curate?
Lovebrook & Green is, in many ways, I suppose, a reflection of my own values – a belief that retail and responsibility don't have to be separate. Every piece we curate embodies a kind of living poetry: a dialogue between past and future, nature and artistry, ethics and elegance. I’m drawn to brands that respect the rhythm of making, that work seasonlessly, consciously and with reverence for materials. I also believe in patience; masterpieces take time to grow, just as a forest does. That sense of growth, of care and renewal, sits at the heart of everything we do.
The Customer Experience
Who is the Lovebrook & Green customer, and what do they value most?
The Lovebrook & Green customer is discerning yet grounded. She – or he – has an eye for beauty but also a conscience that guides her choices. She’s curious about where things come from and who made them, and she finds meaning in that connection. She doesn’t buy to impress, she buys to express. Her wardrobe and her home reflect her values as much as her taste. She’s the woman who reads labels, follows stories and believes that elegance and ethics can live side by side.
At her heart, she is someone who understands that luxury is not about accumulation, but appreciation of artistry, of time, of the world around us.
How do you want people to feel when they open one of your parcels or step into your world?
I want them to feel as though they’ve entered a quieter, more intentional space – one where beauty and conscience coexist. Opening a Lovebrook & Green parcel should feel like receiving a gift from someone who truly cares: the scent, the texture, the card tucked inside, every detail chosen with thought and tenderness. I want that moment to remind them that slowing down can be an act of joy. That conscious choices can feel indulgent, not sacrificial. When they step into our world, whether online or visiting one of our Lovebrook in Residence events, I want them to feel seen, inspired and part of something quietly revolutionary.
Luxury, for me, is emotional – it’s the feeling that someone, somewhere, cared deeply enough to make something of quality.
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Reflections & Future Vision
What have been your proudest moments so far?
It's early days as we only officially launched this month but there are already a few moments that have stayed with me – a customer writing to say how much they loved their styling session with our personal stylists, or a small ethical brand telling us that being featured on Lovebrook & Green is helping them believe in the future of luxury. But my proudest moment is really the collective one: bringing together over seventy ethical luxury brands who share a single, beautifully ambitious belief – that elegance and ethics can thrive together. Watching these makers stand side by side, each distinct yet united by purpose, feels like proof that the future of luxury is already unfolding.
How do you see the brand evolving in the coming years, any exciting collaborations or new directions for 2025?
2025 is about deepening our roots and expanding thoughtfully, with care and intention. One of the most exciting developments in the New Year is the opening of our Food Hall, a curated space devoted to regenerative and artisanal food. It will be led by Pipers Farm, a collective of regenerative farms in Devon that champion the Slow Food Movement. Alongside them, Tea Rebellion will introduce regenerative tea-growing projects in Nepal and Kenya, connecting drinkers directly with the growers who nurture each leaf. The Food Hall will be home to many other incredible, edible brands, each one chosen for its integrity and provenance. It’s an evolution of the Lovebrook & Green philosophy into the realm of nourishment, celebrating food as another form of craftsmanship and care. We’ll also be expanding Rare & Beautiful, our new space for small-batch UK artisans working alone or in studios of no more than five people, and developing collaborations that honour the remarkable history of making we have in this country. For me, the next chapter of Lovebrook & Green is about evolution, not expansion – growing organically, with integrity, beauty and balance.
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Personal Touch
What’s one small ritual or daily habit that keeps you inspired?
A few times a week, I take time to meditate – ideally in nature, but if I can’t make it to the park or a woodland, then I meditate about nature. I visualise grounding myself in the earth, feeling its steadiness and quiet strength. I think about how nature replenishes itself, its rhythm, its generosity, its abundance, and I let that remind me to slow down and be grateful. It’s a small practice that brings me back to balance. It reconnects me to the deeper purpose behind Lovebrook & Green : to create, curate and live in a way that honours the natural world.
If you could describe Lovebrook & Green in three words, what would they be?
Conscious. Timeless. Beautiful.
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The Winter Accessory Edit From crisp winter mornings to golden countryside afternoons and fireside gatherings, a.collective’s Editor-in-Chief, Melanie, reveals her must-have accessories for embracing the season with effortless style.
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winter blooms Where Nature Meets Nostalgia
Forget the frost, this season, we dress in colour, conscience, and creativity. After the year we’ve had, black and neutrals simply won’t cut it. This Winter, let joy be your palette. From mood-lifting pastels to recycled knits and tactile vegan accessories, these brands prove that sustainability and style are a perfect pairing. Think “retro Summer of Love” meets “Great British Winter”, where organic fabrics, ethical craftsmanship, and colour therapy meet conscious design.
Beaumont Organic Where minimalism meets mindfulness.
Based in Manchester, Beaumont Organic leads the eco- luxury space with GOTS-certified organic cotton, linen, and TENCEL™. Expect sculptural knits, tonal layering, and the softest neutrals that breathe calm into cold days. Editor’s Picks: The Solstice Mohair Knitted Jumper in Shell Pink by Hannah Beaumont, effortlessly elegant. Sahara Earrings Jenni Organic Cotton Socks in Navy Marl and Brown
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Lucy & Yak Dopamine dressing, sustainably done.
Beloved for their bold colours and comfort-first ethos, Lucy & Yak create organic cotton staples that radiate positivity. This season, swap your neutrals for joyful, vintage-inspired hues that bring Summer back to Winter.
Styling Note: Pair their corduroy dungarees with recycled fleece for a playful layered look.
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Aspiga Effortless elegance with ethical soul.
A certified B-Corp, Aspiga champions slow fashion with vibrant prints, handcrafted accessories, and responsibly sourced fabrics. Each collection celebrates global artisanship and conscious travel.
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Thamon Nature, reimagined.
Thamon’s stunning handbags and wallets are crafted from real fallen leaves, transformed into Leaftex, a vegan leather alternative that’s both durable and poetic.
No two pieces are ever the same.
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Komodo Fashion The original ethical trailblazer.
Since 1988, Komodo has been redefining sustainable fashion with organic cotton, hemp, and recycled fabrics. Their aesthetic, relaxed yet refined, carries you seamlessly from morning markets to midnight firesides.
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Rapanui Circular by design, coastal by nature.
Born on the Isle of Wight, Rapanui’s renewable- energy factory and “return-to-recycle” system set the gold standard for circular fashion. Clean lines, soft organic cotton, and a distinctly British coastal spirit.
Editor’s Pick: The Green Quilted Jacket, ethically made, endlessly wearable.
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LaBante London Cruelty-free couture.
For the ethically minded minimalist, LaBante’s vegan handbags marry sophistication with sustainability. Their structured silhouettes and muted palette redefine modern eco-luxury.
Editor’s Pick: Danai Backpack in Pink - sleek, sustainable, and seasonless. but TBH we love them all!
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Baukjen Where timelessness meets traceability.
Based in london, baukjen creates elevated essentials for the modern minimalist, soft tailoring, organic cotton knits, and fluid linen staples that redefine conscious dressing. each piece is designed with longevity in mind and crafted ethically in small european workshops. As a certified b corp, the brand champions circular fashion, transparency, and fair production, offering thoughtful wardrobes that balance simplicity with soul. baukjen proves sustainability can be sophisticated,and deeply stylish. Editor’s picks: The Ophelia bow detail blouse – add jeans for laid-back glamour or go all-out with a tiered skirt. The Cleo printed midi dress – soft, structured, and quietly romantic in its simplicity. The Eleanor printed blouse – striking floral print that is easy to pair with both denim and tailored separates.
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Whistler Tree Cork, but make it chic.
Crafted from sustainable Portuguese cork, Whistler Tree’s handbags and wallets are light, durable, and effortlessly stylish. Natural texture meets contemporary design in every piece.
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Community Clothing Made in Britain, worn with pride.
Founded by Patrick Grant, Community Clothing supports UK factories with simple, beautifully made staples. Ethically produced and endlessly wearable, it’s local manufacturing done right.
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LAYER UP IN STYLE
This winter, wrap yourself in style while wrapping the planet in care. Each of these beautiful brands not only elevates your wardrobe but also gives back to the earth through Dirt Charity, proving that fashion can be both luxurious and deeply conscious. Discover more at Dirt Charity
PURIFIED Shoes ABACA
HERD Whitby Leg Warmers ELWIN Joan Cord Trousers Stone CINDY CASTRO Ana Button Down Shirt
ELWIN Raye Knitted Vest
DELINOR Carré Novae Petit
HERD Whitby Bonnet
LŪ BY MARÍA 3/4 sleeve coat
ANYA HINDMARCH Return to Nature Small Bucket Bag
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Crafted from the Past, Inspired by the Future
by melanie burnett, editor-in-chief of a.collective
By Glorya There are brands that quietly land in your world and change something in you. By Glorya is one of them. a one-woman workshop of heart, healing, and handcrafted beauty, rooted in sustainability and a deep connection to nature. The first time I discovered Gloria’s work, I felt that familiar pull, the unmistakable feeling that a brand has a soul. a.co11ective
What makes By Glorya so special is not just the jewellery itself (although each piece truly is its own tiny masterpiece); it’s the story behind it. it’s a jewellery brand born not from trend or business strategy, but from a moment of personal unravelling, and the brave decision to rebuild through creativity. Gloria spent 30 years working on the front line in mental health, a career full of purpose but also pressure. After the pandemic, burnout arrived quietly but completely. anxiety, panic, exhaustion, the kind of struggle so many women face after giving so much of themselves to others. it was here, in this fragile chapter, that she picked up a silversmithing tool, stepped into a class, and unknowingly opened the door to her next life. What began as a small act of self-care soon became her sanctuary. shaping metal, setting stones, and working with her hands gave Gloria something she had been missing for a long time, presence. Silversmithing became her mindfulness, her breath, her way home. And with every piece she made, she felt a little more herself again. Friends and family fell in love with her creations. Commissions followed. Craft fairs turned into queues of people connecting with her story, her soul, her artistry. And so, By Glorya was formed, a sustainable jewellery brand built on renewal, responsibility, creativity, and care. Today, Gloria creates every piece in her Somerset workshop, using only recycled and reclaimed precious metals, gemstones, crystals, and even sea glass, one of Mother Nature’s most poetic treasures. Not a single material is newly mined. nothing is wasted. every offcut is melted, reclaimed, reborn. her studio is a little universe of sparkle: gleaming tools, bowls of crystals, jars of sea glass, reclaimed silver waiting for its next life.
“With By Glorya you can wear your values, wear jewellery that not only reflects your values, but doesn’t cost the earth.”
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“Luxury feels different when it’s rooted in purpose.“
This is jewellery that doesn’t cost the earth, it honours it.
Using traditional silversmithing techniques, Gloria transforms these materials into one-of-a- kind designs: delicate rings, soulful pendants, sculptural bracelets, and even playful reinventions of the past, like bracelets made from antique silver sugar tongs or rings shaped from vintage coffee spoons. Her work carries history, energy, and intention.
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Each piece is hallmarked with her maker’s mark at the Sheffield assay office, a stamp that says: made with purpose, made to last, made with love.
What I adore most about By Glorya is its sincerity. It’s not jewellery for show, it’s jewellery for meaning. Jewellery that tells a story. Jewellery that becomes part of yours. It is the embodiment of what we champion at a.collective : responsible luxury, independent artistry, and the courage to create something with heart.
With By Glorya , you are wearing more than jewellery. You are wearing your values.
Your softness. Your strength. Your hope. Your future. Crafted from the past. Inspired by the future. That is the magic of By Glorya .
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Ethical Adornments Jewels with a Conscience
Where slow fashion meets timeless sparkle, for those who wear their values as beautifully as their jewellery.
As winter draws in and the world slows to a quieter rhythm, our choices begin to feel more intentional. From the textures we wrap ourselves in to the objects we hold dear, every piece tells a story. This season, we invite you to reimagine luxury through a conscious lens, where jewellery isn’t about excess, but essence.
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In a time where craftsmanship and care shine brighter than diamonds, these ethical jewellers are proving that beauty and responsibility can coexist effortlessly. Think recycled gold, lab-grown gems, fairmined silver, and heirloom-worthy design, each piece an emblem of integrity and artistry. At a.collective , we believe what you wear should align with what you stand for. These are the creators redefining modern elegance, proving that true brilliance starts with intention.
THE EDITOR’S WINTER PICKS: 7 ETHICAL JEWELLERY BRANDS TO KNOW
Wild Fawn Jewellery (London, UK)
Handcrafted using recycled sterling silver and gold, Wild Fawn is the essence of understated luxury. Every piece is made to order in their South London studio by an all-female team, using sustainable, plastic-free packaging. Their aesthetic, soft, sculptural, and effortlessly wearable, celebrates the simplicity of nature. Founder Note: “Ethical, timeless jewellery made with care for people and the planet.”
wildfawnjewellery.com @wildfawnjewellery
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ANUKA (Chester, UK)
Certified Fairmined gold, traceable origins, and sculptural forms define ANUKA’s minimalist aesthetic. Each piece is designed and made in the UK using responsibly sourced materials. The brand is B Corp certified, a testament to its ethical backbone and environmental care. Founder Note: “We design pieces that empower women to feel beautiful and responsible.” anuka-jewellery.com @anukajewellery
We love the Petal range, handcrafted in 100% recycled silver.
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Edge of Ember (London, UK)
Loved by the modern woman, Edge of Ember fuses style and sustainability with recycled metals and lab-grown diamonds. Every collection is ethically produced, with part of the proceeds supporting women’s empowerment initiatives.
Founder Note: “Good design and good values should coexist, always.” edgeofember.com @edgeofember
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Pippa Small (London, UK)
An icon of ethical fine jewellery, Pippa Small has spent decades working with artisan communities in Afghanistan, India, and Jordan. Each piece is made by hand, celebrating cultural craft and heritage. Expect uncut gemstones, warm gold tones, and soul-rich symbolism. Founder Note: “Every piece carries a story, a connection between maker and wearer.” pippasmall.com @pippasmalljewellery
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O tiumberg (London, UK)
A brand for the modern minimalist, Otiumberg creates demi-fine jewellery designed to layer, last, and love. Founded by sisters Rosanna and Christie Wollenberg, the label uses recycled gold vermeil and conflict- free stones, all wrapped in eco-friendly packaging. Founder Note: “Luxury can be personal, sustainable, and wearable, every day.” otiumberg.com @otiumberg
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Alighieri (London, UK)
Inspired by Dante’s “Divine Comedy,” Alighieri crafts each piece from recycled bronze and gold-plated silver in London’s Hatton Garden. Each design represents a modern heirloom, imperfect, poetic, and deeply human. Founder Note: “Our jewels are born from vulnerability, talismans for life’s journey.” alighieri.co.uk @alighieri_jewellery
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Monarc Jewellery (London & New Zealand)
Monarc champions circular design, from recycled gold to carbon-neutral delivery. With modern silhouettes and gender-inclusive design, their collections are as contemporary as they are conscious. The brand also partners with the Responsible Jewellery Council for ethical traceability.
Founder Note: “Sustainability is not a trend, it’s the core of who we are.” monarcjewellery.com @monarcjewellery
Let your jewellery be more than an accessory, let it be a statement of purpose. Because when you choose consciously, you don’t just adorn yourself, you illuminate the world around you.
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Sustainable Soles The Vegan Shoe Brands We’re Loving Right Now
As the world leans further into conscious fashion, vegan footwear is stepping into a new era, one where ethics meet craftsmanship, and sustainability blends seamlessly with style. Today (and everyday), we’re spotlighting vegan shoes that prove you can walk lightly on the planet without sacrificing luxury, comfort, or design. From the statement-making V.GAN Life Arug Biker Boots to refined everyday staples, these are the cruelty-free pieces rewriting what modern footwear can look and feel like. Whether you’re building a winter wardrobe or simply upgrading your essentials, consider this your guide to the best vegan shoes worth investing in.
vgan life Arug biker boots
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Veja SDU J- MESH Natural Pierre Cosmos
Matt & Nat Rain Boot
Rothy’s The Knot Point II
Nae Denis Boot
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Colour, Craft & Everyday Diamond Luxury Caravan of Stones From the ateliers of Jaipur to contemporary style, discover how handcrafted threads beautifully intertwine with pavé diamonds in a collection designed for daily wear. Every day becomes special when adorned with a Caravan of Stones .
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There are jewellery brands that catch the eye, and then there are those that stay with you. Caravan of Stones is the latter, a radiant fusion of colour, craftsmanship, and quiet luxury, created to be lived in rather than saved for rare occasions. Founded by Caron, whose journey led her from the vibrant ateliers of Jaipur to crafting modern heirlooms for everyday wear, the brand redefines what contemporary diamond jewellery can feel like: personal, joyful, and intentionally made. At a.collective , we’re drawn to creators who infuse their work with story and soul, and Caron’s approach to design embodies exactly that. Each piece carries the warmth of global heritage, the precision of fine craftsmanship, and a sense of freedom that celebrates how women really live today. We sat down with Caron to explore the inspiration behind Caravan of Stones , her love for meaningful adornment, and why she believes diamonds should shine in the everyday, not just the extraordinary.
Q&A with the founder, Caron.
What inspired you to launch Caravan of Stones?
Honestly, it wasn’t a master plan. It started with instinct. I was in Jaipur in a car and saw a tiny, dusty wholesale place down a side street. Nothing glamorous at all. But I’m naturally curious, and I love finding things that aren’t obvious, so I asked the driver to stop. Inside, I saw a black thread bracelet with a line of green emeralds and little diamonds. It wasn’t styled or presented in any special way, but the colours together – the green against the black with that bit of sparkle – spoke to me immediately. It tapped into the rock-chick side of me. I’ve always worn a lot of black. In the City I lived in black: black trouser suit, white T-shirt, trainers. Black is powerful, but it can also be a shield. I’m loud, but I’m also shy, and sometimes the loudness hides the shyness. So the green with the black hit me emotionally. I wasn’t looking for jewellery and didn’t need anything, but I had to have it. That was the moment something clicked. From there, I worked hard to build it into something with meaning – not just a bracelet but a whole world. The colours, the combinations, the bespoke side, the idea of diamonds you wear every day, not save for one big moment – that’s how Caravan of Stones started.
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Why thread and pavé-set diamonds? It’s such a specific combination.
It just makes sense to me. Diamonds are luxury, full stop. But diamonds alone don’t always say something personal. Thread does. Colour does. Putting them together makes diamonds wearable in a completely different way – not stuffy, not formal, not “special occasion only.” I love the contrast: soft thread, hard stones. Relaxed next to precious. That’s how I want to wear diamonds – with jeans, travelling, on the school run. Diamonds, but lived in.
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How do travel and culture influence your creative vision?
Not locking them away for “best.” They’re cotton thread, so they soften and develop character. And if they wear down, they can be rethreaded. They’re not fragile in that restrictive, don’t-touch way. They’re meant to move with you. That, to me, is modern luxury – things you actually use.
Travel has shaped my whole life. I studied languages at university, lived and worked in France, and after leaving the City I became a travel journalist, which I still do when I can. Travel is the thing I live for. I’ve always loved proper immersion – actually feeling a place, the people, the food, the colours, the atmosphere. Every bracelet is named after a place that means something to me because I link colours to memories. Paris means independence and reminds me of visiting my brother when he was at university there and feeling footloose and fancy-free. Marrakech is exotic, and Morocco as a whole is warmth – the people, the landscapes, the food. I travelled around Morocco in a 4x4 with my husband when I was pregnant with my first child. The car even got stuck crossing a dry riverbed. I remember getting a baby scan there because all the bumping about made me paranoid, and the scans were cheaper, so I used it as an excuse to check in on my baby again. Those memories stay with you. St. Moritz is my dad and my family – skiing, childhood, emotion. I’ve also had every kind of travel experience – Ibiza nights, Italian Riviera summers as a child, freezing in Bolivia under a fur pelt with no electricity. All of that filters into the way I see colour and atmosphere. My creative vision is basically everything I’ve absorbed over the years. It’s not technical. It’s instinctive.
You say your bracelets are “meant to be lived in.” What does that actually mean?
It means diamonds that fit into real life. Not fantasy life – actual day-to-day life. Wearing them with jeans, taking them on flights, travelling with them, cooking dinner in them, running errands.
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The first pieces I launched were inspired by traditional Mughal craftsmanship, something I’ve always been transparent about. My work has never been about claiming that heritage, but about honouring it, curating it, and reimagining it for women who want beauty they can wear every day. As founder and creative director, I’m shaping the vision and now beginning to create new designs of my own, but I think it’s important that the origins of those early pieces are always acknowledged.
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