tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6837107725667566237.post7872588565610520243..comments2024-02-21T21:57:38.233+08:00Comments on Pen My Blog: A brand with a purpose | Smateria Review + Giveaway!Shiv Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06386239074586528494noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6837107725667566237.post-19712379673535960382020-09-24T15:54:11.943+08:002020-09-24T15:54:11.943+08:00Ever since I watched The True Cost documentary abo...Ever since I watched The True Cost documentary about fashion, I have been aware of the brands that make our bags, clothes and accessories have fair wages and environmentally safe working conditions. When I’m doing my shopping for a new bag to buy, I will always make sure the brand thinks about their products and how they are created: ideally, I’d like a bag that is stylish and ethically made with as little waste as possible. I also think about cost-per-wear as I’m a big fan of investing in high-quality, ethically made pieces that I can keep forever. I'm glad that Smateria makes a conscious effort to adapt environmentally-friendly and sustainability practices, largely in part to minimize wastage, save costs, do their part in saving the earth, to providing excellent working conditions for employees, to hopefully pass down the practice to the consumers and most importantly, give the product a new purpose. Smateria has mastered the philosophy of timeless elegance and future-forward fashion. Smateria bags come in pretty styles, too. Smateria combines a love of nature with passion for statement pieces. I truly love the thoughtful attention to the materials used and how the bags are produced. If anyone of you want to use eco-friendly bags every day, you can opt to purchase thoughtfully-designed ones to bode well with your everyday outfits. Eco-friendly bags come in different shapes, colors, and sizes, so you have lots of options to choose from. Resolving to a have a more eco-friendly lifestyle is no longer just a trend — it's a responsibility, mainly our responsibility. Eco-friendly bags are stronger and more durable than conventional plastic bags. They're also much more comfortable to carry. I'm sure this stunning Ava Bag is designed for comfort, so we won't have trouble holding them for extended periods. Their handles are typically sturdy and don't have sharp edges that put pressure on your hands or shoulders. Even if we stuff them to the brim with stuff, Smateria bags' ergonomic handles will still allow us to carry them comfortably. Smateria Ava Bag is perfect for days on-the-go. Smateria bags are indeed one of a kind. Ai WeiWei once said, "A small act is worth a million thoughts". Let us all stop using plastic bags. I mean, if you want to make a statement and be sustainable at the same time, then this brand will be right up your street. Smateria bags are simply stunning and fashionable. It's definitely a win-win situation. Let’s all look to be more intentional, sustainable, and live by “fewer, better.” ig:marywong570marywong570https://www.blogger.com/profile/18071074235137852957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6837107725667566237.post-14515320609928187202020-09-21T14:50:58.833+08:002020-09-21T14:50:58.833+08:00I love Smateria brand because Smateria works compl...I love Smateria brand because Smateria works completely fair trade and with repurposed materials. Smateria bags and accessories are made from recycled, upcycled and repurposed materials. Smateria bags are made of high quality. I personally love and support eco-friendly materials. It's a win-win situation where we can be fashionable and save our earth at the same time. I'm simply amazed that such materials can transform into something so magical and great. Ava Bag is definitely an eye catcher. My jaws literally drop when I first look at this Ava Bag. There is snap hook attached to Ava Bag for hanging our keys. It has an djustable and removable shoulder strap. This bag comes with a strap made from a similar colour zip. I'm glad that Shiv supports Smateria (sustainable and ethical brand) so much. I love how Shiv promotes Smateria in PenMyBlog. It is very meaningful. I truly adore Ava Bag and I hope to own such lovely Ava Bag. It would be a great gift to reward myself after going through a few months of hardship. But still, I never give up to live a better life. Ig username: ah_jaynee Jayne3738https://www.blogger.com/profile/05885973748826166896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6837107725667566237.post-91403502433103588722020-09-21T10:47:26.613+08:002020-09-21T10:47:26.613+08:00"It isn't enough just looking for the qua..."It isn't enough just looking for the quality in the products we buy. We must ensure that there is quality in the lives of the people who makes them." - Orsola De Castro. I have always been an avid believer of ethics and social responsibility when it comes to choosing what I wear and use. The power that each of us hold in our hands is fundamental in creating a safer, better world for the present and future women and children all around the globe. Hence, I fell in love as soon as I read about Smateria and what they firmly believe in. We are often plagued with news and articles on how millions of women and children are exploited with their hopes and dreams for the future stripped away from them, while consumers happily dote about how beautiful the diamonds, branded dress and bags they are wearing without even giving much thought about who and how they were made. "There is no beauty in the finest cloth if it makes hunger and unhappiness." - Mahatma Gandhi. The fact that Smateria turns wastes and upcycled them into eco-friendly, unconventional and high quality bags and accessories is what seal the bag for me! They do not even sacrifice the chic for ethics, instead, they redefine ethics into being effortlessly chic! ♥ There's an ancient Indian proverbs that goes, "we do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children". It is definitely a thought provoking way of thinking about how the actions we made today will define the consequences of tomorrow, and Smateria is definitely doing an excellent job of setting an example of even the smallest action can cause a ripple in what will happen in the future. Plus, look at the bag! Its a unique fashion statement that can cater to every ocassion! Ethics+ Sustainable fashion? Sign me up! It would be an honor to win this beautiful bag and to be able to wear them will just put the icing on the cake ♥<br />ig : edna.evangelineEdna Stephenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13390490518281634839noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6837107725667566237.post-7421449244076875762020-09-15T17:24:18.943+08:002020-09-15T17:24:18.943+08:00First of all, I’m so impressed with Smateria becau...First of all, I’m so impressed with Smateria because their products and ideas to reduce waste at the same time to save the planet. I’m the person who love and support eco-friendly materials. Well, personally this Ava bag is an exquisitely re-fashioned crossbody bag has been beautifully crafted by handmade with gently re-purposed and upcycled items. This handbag is the perfect style for any occasions or evenings out and it is perfect gift as a treat for myself because this month is my birthday! Furthermore, by having this bag with the high quality materials itself it gives me such a good vibes and also as reminder/message the uniquely of it and give a sentimental value that I really appreciate it especially for those who contribute their effort and expertise behinds this brand. It’s so amazing and thoughtful.<br />Ig: xaxaaxra Xaxa Axrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09867785851598177961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6837107725667566237.post-80246036016747540372020-09-13T00:04:27.746+08:002020-09-13T00:04:27.746+08:00To be honest this is my first time seeing this typ...To be honest this is my first time seeing this type of bag and it's different than the others and it looks unic tho (。・ω・。)ノ♡Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6837107725667566237.post-6356213865790004982020-09-11T15:23:36.412+08:002020-09-11T15:23:36.412+08:00This bag is amazing 🙌🏻 The size of compartment i...This bag is amazing 🙌🏻 The size of compartment in the bags is suitable for any ocassion. These bags are also fashionably astonishing. It is also suitable for every age and would rock every outfit. The colour of this bag is very nice and different from what I normally see which makes me want one for sure. Not to mention the pretty design is so beautiful 💗 (aisy4tul)Aisyatulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17042088857440235317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6837107725667566237.post-35375377775505865392020-09-11T11:49:30.210+08:002020-09-11T11:49:30.210+08:00Love the bag so much. look vintage but at the same...Love the bag so much. look vintage but at the same time look modern and trendy. would love to win this giveaway and get this beautiful beg :)Seeqyn_https://www.blogger.com/profile/16563494915621903047noreply@blogger.com