THE CREATIVE JOURNAL

Image of moodboards showing handbags and decorative panels in pastel colours, from the Lineapelle trade fair in Milan

By Cathryn Wills
October 30, 2023

Take a glimpse into my trip to Europe in September - with a particular focus on the Lineapelle material fair in Milan, Italy. Material is at the core of our ethos - specifically choosing not to work with animal hides - and sourcing innovative alternatives to leather provides both inspiration and education. The vegan fashion space has come a long way in the past decade + the future looks even brighter.

By Cathryn Wills
January 01, 2020

Welcoming in a new year often brings with it plans for lofty resolutions. However, instead of feeling like a failure in week one of January with broken promises to self - we think it's best to be gentle on yourself + make an easy (and do-able) list of farewells / hellos for the year ahead. The Sans Beast team have put together a shortlist of things we're leaving behind in 2019 + things we're going to manifest. Read on for a dose of inspiration for making 2020 a year of illuminated action.

By Cathryn Wills
October 23, 2019

Last week Cathryn went to Shanghai, on the invitation of ActAsia, to participate in the Compassion in Fashion forum. ActAsia are a not for profit organisation who build + drive education programmes in China, with a focus on animal welfare + environmental responsibility. Read the overview of her talk, and some of the cross cultural challenges in discussing the Sans Beast ethos with new audiences.

By Jennifer Wills
September 17, 2019

An open letter to animals, from our Sans Beast founder Cathryn Wills. She highlights the contradictions that exist in our attitudes to various species + includes lists of books + films to read/watch if you want to learn more.

By JENNIFER WILLS
March 31, 2021

Easter 2021 is nearly upon us, and the Sans Beast team are looking forward to enjoying a short break. Perhaps even a Long Lunch with family (see what we did there..) that includes some dairy free sweet treats. Vegan chocolate is becoming far more readily available in Australia. For some, the opposition to dairy consumption may be about an intolerance to lactose - for us (and an increasing number of people), it's about saying no to animal exploitation. Here are some fabulous dairy free options to keep your sweet tooth happy this Easter.

By Jennifer Wills
December 10, 2019

Responsible fashion choices that respect people, animals and our planet should be the norm, not a trend. We share some thoughts + tips for being a more conscious consumer this festive season (and beyond). We wish you the happiest of festive seasons + a beautiful 2020 ahead.

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By Jennifer Wills
October 10, 2019

Curious about how to turn your makeup kit cruelty free + vegan? Emily from our Sans Beast HQ brings her passion for makeup, together with some research, to deliver a bunch of go-to tips on what's what in the land of CF+V cosmetics + beauty. Read on to discover how you can bring a kinder approach to your face time.