What we read, and what you should read, too.
As purveyors of conscious culture and fashion, our reading list is long (and our reading is never done). But these are the websites we find ourselves drawn to again and again. They’re bookmarked in our daily reads, noted on EcoSalon’s Reading List, and are worth getting to know. From some of the most-beloved print publications online to rambunctious upstarts and indie standouts, you won’t find a more dynamic reading feast anywhere online.
BEST ONLINE READING IN: FASHION
WWD – Women’s Wear Daily
Tagline: “The Fashion Bible” (and it is).
Publishing since 1910 (print).
Fashion news from everywhere.
News on eco textiles and art farming projects from fiber artist and writer Abigail Doan.
Publishing since 2006.
A platform for design educators to benchmark themselves against other educators not only within their own field, but across various design disciplines.
The EFF delivers support and ethical news for fashion businesses and conscious readers alike and serves as a resource for connecting to sustainable sources.
Publishing since 2004.
Coco EcoMagazine is a digital multi-media lifestyle brand celebrating sustainable fashion, beauty, celebrity, and culture.
Publishing since 2008.
Tagline: “Green Fashion Is More Than A Passing Trend.”
Publishing since 2009.
It’s Vogue, what more is there to say?
Publishing since 1892.
News, comment and analysis on sustainable textiles and clothing.
Vogue’s original venture into the land of HTML.
Publishing since 2000.
The four corners of the world of design, and everything in between.
Publishing since 2004.
Organic Exchange
“Creating Material Change”: a non-profit committed to promoting sustainable textiles.
Publishing since 2003.
The blog of Tara St James, owner and designer for the clothing label Study.
Publishing since 2009.
Inspiring news and articles on sustainable fashion, travel and food trends, shopping and living the good life.
BEST ONLINE READING IN: FOOD
News, articles, recipe-hacking and the ChowHound online community.
Publishing since 2006.
Professional cook, professional eater and internet cult figure Pim Techamuanvivit’s food site.
Publishing since 2001.
Foodzie
“Taste Something Different” – an online marketplace connecting small-scale food producers & growers.
Publishing since 2008.
“I Eat Merely To Put Food Out Of My Mind” – home of a food-lover based in Europe (and one of TIME’s “50 Coolest Websites”).
Publishing since 2005.
“A visual guide to good food and where you find it” via user-recommended dishes.
Publishing since 2009.
A user-built grab-bag of gorgeous images leading to recipes, articles, tips…anything goes. The ultimate in food porn.
Publishing since 2007.
Scientist and foodie Darya Pino shares nutrition tips, healthy recipes and farmers’ market finds.
Publishing since 2009.
Sharing and celebrating food enthusiasm! (With some serious chef talent on the roster.)
Publishing since 2006.
Articles, essays, blog posts – the best in food current events.
Publishing since 2009.
Driven by the politics of food – and the need for a serious dialogue about the American food system.
Publishing since 2008.
Everything organic! (It’s right there in the name).
Publishing since 2004.
BEST ONLINE READING IN: SEX
Tagline: “Celebrity, sex, fashion for women.”
Publishing since 2007.
Providing and encouraging an engaged, throughful response to mainstream media and popular culture.
Publishing since 1996.
The legendary feminist magazine in its online form.
Publishing since 1971.
Advertising agency and marketing industry news.
Publishing since 1992.
“One of the oldest feminist blogs online designed by and run by women from the ground up.”
Publishing since 2003.
Tagline: “Bringing you brainy, bad-ass feminist news.”
Publishing since 2004.
Founded by Edith Zimmerman and Cassie Murdoch, Hairpin features writing by women for women.
Publishing since 2010.
Tagline: “Bridging feminist research and popualr reality.”
BEST ONLINE READING IN: SHELTER
Aiming to make homes more beautiful, organised and healthy.
Publishing since 2007.
“At home in the modern world” – promoting pragmatic, beautiful modern design.
Publishing since 2000.
A showcase for the beautiful side of interior design.
Publishing since 2006.
Tagline: “Sourcebook for the considered home.”
Publishing since 2007.
Tagline: “Designinteriorsfashionartlifestyle.” (Which rather says it all).
Publishing since 1996.
A growing network of design sites including the famous NotCot.com.
Publishing since 2006.
Tagline: “Your guide to home, style, travel.”
Publishing since 2005.
A web magazine dedicated to design (and a favorite of Google’s engineers).
Publishing since 2006.
Rum Magazine (in Danish)
Interior design with a Scandinavian twist.
Publishing since 2006.
BEST ONLINE READING IN: NEWS & CULTURE
Still the best.
Publishing since 1851 (print).
Commentary, reportage, criticism, essays, and fiction with a twist of wry.
Publishing since 1925 (print).
The literary and culture commentary magazine.
Publishing since 1857 (print).
Tina Brown’s Beast recently merged with Newsweek. “A fresh take on the news from around the world with sharp opinion.”
Publishing since 2008.
The week in international politics, business, science and culture.
Publishing since 1843 (print).
The most well-known green website.
Publishing since 2003.
Covering the impact of new and speculative technology on world culture.
Publishing since 1993 (print).
Technology news and analysis, and everything regarding online startups.
Publishing since 2005.
From Ycombinator, aggregating the best news.
Publishing since 2005.
Tagline: “The latest in green gossip.”
Publishing since 2006.
Pop culture, fashion and politics.
Publishing since 1913 (print).
The must-read quarterly lifestyle and culture magazine from The Economist.
Publishing since 2007.
A magazine reporting on the people who are “moving the world forward.”
Publishing since 2006.
Providing inspiration for creative professionals.
Publishing since 2004.
Featuring the best in unique art, culture and technology.
Publishing since 1995.
Daily gossip/news on celebrities and the media industry.
Publishing since 2003.
Progressive business media, ethical economics, leadership and design.
Publishing since 1995.
Tagline: “Ideas Worth Spreading.”
Publishing since 2006 (online).
The nonprofit magazine specializing in liberal and progressive values.
Publishing since 1976 (print).
Tagline: “Be Less Stupid.” Culture commentary and humor.
Publishing since 2008.
Recommend your own required reading in the comments.
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