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🎄Eco-Chic Christmas: Where Sustainability Meets Holiday Magic
Your Weekly Guide to Local Events, Global Trends, and Plant-Powered Innovations

Deck the halls with sustainable delights! This week's newsletter sparkles with a festive fusion of conscious celebration and plant-based pleasures. Dallas is lighting up with unique experiences, from sipping artisanal coffee at Counter Culture's tasting session to cruising through twinkling Christmas lights while nibbling on vegan treats with Dallas Bites and Sights Food Tours.
Meanwhile, Reformation is revolutionizing holiday fashion gifting, proving that style and sustainability can be perfect partners. Speaking of gifts, we've unwrapped an exclusive local gift guide that'll make your eco-conscious heart skip a beat – from $9 Mexican chocolate bars at CocoAndré to luxurious eucalyptus sheet sets. Whether you're eyeing a Texas-shaped shea butter soap or planning to paint with a plant-based twist in Fort Worth, we've got your holiday covered from stocking stuffers to show-stoppers.
Events for the upcoming week

On Friday December 13th, Friday, December 13, Counter Culture Dallas will be hosting coffee tasting, Tasting at Ten - Dallas from 10-11 am. To get tickets and for details, visit here.
On Saturday December 14th, the Dallas Bites and Sights Food Tours is conducting the Vegan Christmas Lights & Treats Tour for all ages, from 5:30-9:30 pm in Dallas. For details and tickets visit here.
On Saturday December 14th, Lil’d on Air will be hosting Sunny South Dallas Food Park from 12-4pm @320 Regal Row, Dallas TX 75247. Details can be found here.
On Saturday December 14th Compatible Delights will host Paint with a Plant Based Twist from 12-3pm in Fort Worth. For details, and ticket purchase visit here.
On Saturday December 14th, at 3pm, Plant based Dallas will host whole food plant based jar swap. For details, join the group here.
Wrapping Up Sustainability: Why Reformation Might Be Your Answer to Mindful Holiday Fashion Gifts
As holiday shoppers seek sustainable gift options, Reformation emerges as a fascinating case study in conscious fashion, balancing rapid production with environmental responsibility. The $350 million company maintains an impressive 80% full-price sell-through rate while pursuing ambitious environmental goals, including eliminating virgin synthetics by 2030 and achieving climate positivity by 2025. Through innovative practices like rapid production cycles, AI-enabled planning, and extensive recycling programs, Reformation offers holiday consumers a way to gift trendy fashion without the typical environmental guilt associated with fast fashion.
You can read the original article here.
Holiday Gift Ideas
I had planned to send out these gift ideas over the last weekend but researching them took much longer than expected. Apologies to those who were looking forward to seeing these sooner. Hope these suggestions make the wait worth it.
Gifts Under $25
La Picosita Bar at CocoAndré Chocolatier in Dallas - $9
Apart from this bar, CocoAndré Chocolatier located at 2111 South Edgefield Ave. has some amazing vegan options that would satisfy any chocolate lover.
The Texas Christmas Gift Set at White Rock Soap Gallery in Dallas - $25
The set includes a Texas-shaped Shea Butter Soap, Soy Wax Candle, and “Texas Christmas scent room freshener. They also have soaps, shampoo , candles and various other accessories, you can mix and match to make your own gift set.
Aura Boost Bath Kit from Mosaic Makers Collective - $8
Mosaic Makers Collective in Bishops Arts District is a one stop shop for holiday shopping. They have everything from Apparel and Jewelry to Home decor, to Books. I love eucalyptus so I linked to this bath kit but they have much more to offer.
Green Dragon Tea from The Cultured Cup - $9.85
This Pan Fried Green tea from The Cultutred Cup in Farmers Branch is a perfect gift for someone who want to lean into the world of Tea. They also have a lot of other variety of tea, coffee and chocolates if you want to explore more.
Cinna Mint No. 7 and Mint No. 9 Toothpicks from Daneson - $18
A unique gift which you don’t see often, flavored toothpicks. Daneson crafts premium toothpicks from American northern white birch, and they have a huge focus on sustainability. I love their focus on creating flavored toothpicks which have earned global recognition for their exceptional quality.
You can find these as multiple local stores around DFW, here is their store locator.
Gifts from $25 to 50
Niven Morgan Gold Soap and Lotion set by Niven Morgan - $49
This giftable set includes hand soap and hand lotion in a white sheer cotton draw string bag. A perfect gift ready to go.
This Dallas based company has created niche for themselves in the scented products market. They sell unique gift sets and candles all over the US.Oatrageous Cream Liquor - by Misunderstood Whiskey - $29.99
Cream liquor without dairy, with 30% less sugar and calories. Can it get any better? Also available in local Spec’s and Total Wine stores.
This local company has come out with a bunch of non dairy drinks like the Misunderstood Oat Nog, check them out at https://shopmisunderstoodwhiskey.com/
Monaesi Resilience Hyper Bright Serum (Frisco) - $43.99
Perfect for anyone battling uneven skin tone, dark spots, or early signs of aging, Resilience HyperBright Serum is your go-to solution for achieving a luminous, youthful complexion that looks and feels revitalized from the inside out.
Local coffee bean sampler from Noble Coyote Coffee Roasters (Dallas) - based on assortments you pick- $35
The assortment includes Barrel Aged Mexico Motozintla - Chocolate, Cherry, Vanilla, Bourbon, Smooth Caramel flavors.
They are located at 819 Exposition Ave in Dallas.Handmade ceramic mug from Wild Dirt Studio (Oak Cliff) paired with local tea - around $45
The mug is made from from local, hand dug clay that is both beautiful and functional for everyday use.
Gifts from $50 to $150
Vegan Christmas lights and treats tour by Dallas Bites and Sights Food Tours- $65
Embark on a magical holiday journey through Dallas' most enchanting winter wonderlands, savoring delectable vegan treats and immersing yourself in festive cheer while comfortably cruising in a heated motorcoach led by renowned vegan expert Courtney McCullagh!
Keep Calm & Vegan On Texas Gift Basket - $89
Treat your vegan friends to a taste of Texas with this curated gift basket packed with mouthwatering, plant-based delights that showcase the best local vegan snacks and treats from across the Lone Star State!
Paint with a Plant Based Twist by Compatible Delights - $60
Enjoy a unique and relaxing experience as you create your own plant-based artwork at this exclusive painting event in Fort Worth on December 14th!
The price also includes Brunch and a drink.

Airy Weight Tencel Eucalyptus Sheet Set by Made Trade - $76-104
Drift off to sleep in the lap of luxury with Sijo's Airy Weight Tencel Eucalyptus Sheet Set, ethically crafted from sustainably-sourced materials and boasting unparalleled softness, breathability, and eco-friendly credentials.

Natural Cork Chest Bag Crossover by Texas Cork Company - $68
This sling bag combines sustainability and practicality, crafted from durable, water-resistant cork with multiple pockets, a comfortable adjustable strap, and a discreet headphone port - the perfect eco-friendly companion for your daily adventures.
They have a lot of other options if you are looking for something else. Happy Shopping.
If you have any Vegan Christmas Traditions or favorite Vegan holiday recipes, please share them by replying here or send us an email at [email protected]. I will feature 3 recipes or holiday traditions in the newsletter that will be published on the 26th of December.