It is starting to feel a lot more like autumn now and I am really craving interesting textures and layers. I have found some great affordable and ethical options which might even tempt me away from my usual bright prints.

Crochet Shawl by Ethical Emi – £25

Quilted Jersey Shell Top by ASOS Africa – £35

People Tree Chunky Cable Knit Cardi – £120

 Organic Cotton Dress from H&M Conscious Collection – £34.99

Krissie Top by Komodo – £45

Antiform Peach Doilie Top – Think Boutique – £39

Boucle  Slouch Cardigan – Annie Greenabelle – £47

Finally, I just wanted to share with you a great opportunity for any budding fashion designers out there:

Surfdome.com and Eco surf brand Rapanui have teamed up to offer you a money-can’t-buy opportunity: to be a designer for an award-winning fashion brand.  So get your creative head on and come up with a design for a Rapanui t-shirt.  The winning design will be printed by Rapanui, and will be sold at www.surfdome.com.  You’ll also get five of your t-shirts for you and your mates.  To top off the prize bundle, you’ll get £50 worth of vouchers to spend at Rapanui and £50 worth of vouchers to spend at www.surfdome.com!  To enter the competition ‘Like’ both Rapanui and Surfdome’s Facebook pages and then upload your design here: http://www.rapanuiclothing.com/surfdome-form.php.  Competition closes on 6^th November 2011.

Hope you are having a good week.

With warmest wishes

Ceri X