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Newsletter · By Alden Wicker · English · Paid tier available · Official site

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Sep 24, 2026
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  1. Issue · Sep 24, 2026

    Natural Fibers Underfoot (opens the original)

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    Hi! I’m Anabelle. I’ve written for EcoCult for four years, mainly about affordable and practical ways to find non-toxic pieces for your home and wardrobe. One of our paid members asked in the chat for an updated rug guide, so here it is!I’ve become absolutely enamored with rugs. Not only do they serve the essential function of insulation, but they’re nearly as old as humanity itself. Traditional, handmade rugs are labors of love, as well of reflections of heritage and culture. They’re also just

  2. Issue · Sep 20, 2026

    If I Lost My Whole Wardrobe in a Disaster, This is the Fashion I Would Buy Again: Autumn Edition (opens the original)

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  3. Issue · Sep 13, 2026

    Crucial Reading This Week (opens the original)

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    Dear readers, The theme this week, unfortunately, seems to be, “Shopping sucks now.” From toxic chemicals in food and personal care products, to fake discounts, fake reviews, fake recommendations, an unsafe food system, and general enshittification, it doesn’t seem like you can trust any large brand to sell you a quality product—or the government to keep you safe. But among the bad news, there are a few bright spots: a new FDA rule, proposed legislation in California, and some fascinating histor

  4. Issue · Sep 1, 2026

    Our Favorite Natural-Fiber Officewear Brands (opens the original)

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    Hi! I’m Anabelle. I’ve written for EcoCult for four years, mainly about affordable and practical ways to find non-toxic pieces for your home and wardrobe. I currently live in Salt Lake City with my wife and fur babies, where I do fundraising for great causes and write fiction and poetry in my spare time. At the beginning of August, I shared an outfit I wore at work—a cute and (very) casual combo picked up a nearby Old Navy. But this week, I’m talking about professional wear. Yup, I have both.I k

  5. Issue · Aug 30, 2026

    6 Steps to a Non-toxic Wardrobe (opens the original)

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    If you’ve been following my work (here and in book form), by now you know that the typical clothing wardrobe can contain thousands of hazardous chemicals, including carcinogens, reproductive toxins, allergens, and sensitizers.There are dyes that can give you a rash, plastic fibers containing endocrine disruptors like phthalates and BPA, contaminants like pesticides and fungicides, heavy metals like lead, forever chemicals (a.k.a. PFAS) for water repellency, formaldehyde for no-iron cotton, and m

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