Welcome to Live Eco Chic

Hello There!

Thank you for stopping by to read my blog. Some of you may be wondering who is Natalie, and why did she start Live Eco Chic? As a graduate with a degree in fashion and mass communication my interest in sustainable business models has grown over the years.

I recently viewed the documentary “The True Cost” which forever changed my view of the fashion industry AND I teach fashion classes at the college level! I want to find alternatives to “fast fashion” and make the time to alter my clothes so that I can wear them longer.

I also have a love for natural and organic beauty products and want to share my product finds with you. Natural and organic foods always finds a place in my shopping cart, I previously worked in event marketing for natural and organic food companies (yes, I did use my BS in Mass Communication, thank you).
Oh, and I am also a mom to a lovely 9 year old boy, that might just share some of his favorite natural and organic products with you as well! When he's not busy sketching Anime characters or topping his latest Splatoon score. 

As I continue my journey to becoming a conscious consumer, I would like to ask you to join me, will you? 
If you have a question, a comment, or a product you would like to see reviewed please let me know. I would love to hear from you. 

Sustainably Yours,

Natalie 


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