Speed and convenience have become the consumer norm. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, when people worldwide were introduced to instant access to goods and services via apps and digital platforms, the supply and demand considerably grew and splintered. The 'I need it now' culture shows no signs of slowing down, ye...

Conversations about sustainability are no longer enough. As it becomes all but certain that global heating will increase beyond the 1.5°C of the Paris Agreement, the effects of climate change are already a reality for many communities worldwide. People are not only sensing the urgency of the matter but are re...

Italian brand Amarey is developing skincare products from upcycled coffee cherries. While conversations around eco-friendly cosmetics have been dominated by recyclable and refillable packaging, the brand is pushing for a more top-to-bottom approach to sustainability in beauty.

To appeal to eco-minded beauty buffs in France, luxury labels are increasingly focusing on sustainable offerings. However, there is still ample opportunity for make-up and skincare brands to evolve their lines so that conscious consumers don't have to skimp on their values.

As the growing trend of conscious consumption encourages shoppers to make more sustainable choices, they are weighing new eco-attitudes up against other factors before making purchase decisions. Canvas8 spoke to Giulia Granato about the compromises people are willing to make for sustainable products.

In the face of climate change and eco-anxiety, people are becoming more conscious of where and how they shop. As sustainable shopping behaviours become embedded in culture and as people seek guidance and support from brands, Selfridges Project Earth is helping to build a more planet-positive future.