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Zara Pleated Faux Leather Skirt Verdict: This amazing burgundy leather skirt will look so elegant on you, especially during this time of year.

Alexander McQueen Gold-tone Earrings Verdict: Gold earrings are the perfect addition to any fall attire. This gorgeous pair of dangling pendant earrings is certainly going to give you the edge you’re looking for!3 EDITOR’S Picks

Versace Dylan Blue Pour Femme Verdict: This fragrance doesn’t just come in a beautiful packaging, it also smells like fall with its fresh blackcurrant, apple sorbet and wild blooms mix.

LOEWE Buckle Leather Belt Verdict: Turn a look from average to extraordinary in just one step when you add this classy black leather belt from Loewe!

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Quartz Watch Verdict: A work outfit is never complete without just the right watch! This one from Jaeger-LeCoultre is an outstanding choice of both elegancy and eye-catching color.

Pull&Bear Multicoloured Crossbody Bag Verdict: This patterned colorful crossbody bag should totally be your best friend this fall. It’ll add a much needed edge to any outfit you wear!

by Aya Aboshady

Once you take the decision to go green, there’s no going back, or at least, there shouldn’t be. And as much as it’s a great life changing decision, it’s also not easy and might seem like it requires too much work and effort, because it kind of does. So to make it a little bit easier for you, we’ve made you a list of small steps that you could take towards the “Going Green” goal until you actually fully make it!

1. TRY THE MINIMALISTIC LIFESTYLE AND TURN OFF THE LIGHTS Think of yourself as someone who’s trying to be minimal about everything, someone who’s trying to live a hassle/noise-free life. Which will then require you to get rid of a chunk of some really unnecessary things and actions in your life. Like for example, turning off the lights and saving electricity especially when it’s sunny outside. you’ll be both getting used to a new quieter lifestyle, and saving planet Earth. And let’s not forget about how saving electricity in general - and not just the lights - will help you reduce the bills. Therefore, we call it a winwin situation.

2. REDUCE WATER WASTE Needless to say, water is extremely important. Protect our planet by reducing the amount of water you use daily. For example, save 6 liters of water a minute by turning off your tap while you brush your teeth or shave, shorten you showers and save 17 liters a minute, only run your washing machine and dishwasher when full, fix any water leaks inside your house. of plastic, is uncountable. Which is why some would think that giving it up can’t be an option. That being said, you could easily start with things that have easy attainable alternatives. For example, there are plenty of tote bags that could go as reusable ones. Meaning that you don’t have to use the harmful plastic bags when shopping anymore. Everything is evolving now. Finding refillable bottles that are not made of plastic for your hot and cold drinks has never been easier.

4. ESSENTIAL OILS ARE EVERYTHING This may be the easiest step of them all. Because, there are already way too many people who have chosen this direction for the beautiful smell and benefits of essential oils. Other than the fact that essential oils are used for soul healing and aromatherapy, they are also extracted from plants. This definitely makes them a very healthy alternative for chemicals found in medicine or cosmetics. For instance, Peppermint essential oil is an energy booster. And Lavender is used for stress relief, while Lemon could cure headaches and boost moods...etc.

3. GIVE UP PLASTIC, ALL OF IT If you look around you, you’ll find that the amount of things you use on a daily basis, which are made With these four steps, you’ll be miles and miles closer to your going green goal; we promise!