I know many people have asked what they get their pets for Christmas so here’s a little different spin on it.

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I plan on opening a store in my local mall that will carry organic and cruelty-free clothes (all ages and sexes), fragrances, make up, accessories, home decor, bags, shoes, jewelry, etc. but I cant think of a name. Anyone got any ideas. I want it to be one that’s catchy in case I decide to open more stores. THANK YOU!

I like "To Save Your World". :p

I work in a shop selling organic and fairtrade cosmetics and bathroom stuff. We want to make the place more environmentally friendly (in the way it is run, not what we sell). Anyone got any ideas? We’ve looked at the obvious stuff, things like like using greener energy suppliers, recycling rainwater, installing wind turbines and solar panels, that sort of thing, but I need more good, clever, original ideas.

Is your store in a commercial area with several other stores densely put together, not to far from lots of residences, like a traditional downtown, or is it in a place where people have to drive just to get to your store, then drive to do other shopping, like in most suburbs? Moving near to where people live, or near to where people shop anyway, like next to a supermarket or village, would be the best thing you could do if you’re not there already.
Something unique and PR-wise could be to offer delivery in an eco-friendly vehicle. Delivery is important and actually energy-saving if you deliver once a day combining several trips; and, it helps the home-bound.
Whatever you do, keep in mind that the effect will be multiplied, since you will influence what other shopkeepers do by shifting the norm. Good for you.

I’d like the clothing to also be Fair Trade or made in the USA.
Thanks

http://www.organicclothes.com/

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I believe my store may be putting wax in the produce misters as the fruits and vegetables seem to get shinier the longer they sit there.
Also how are you suppose to remove the pestisides from nonorganic fruits if they are under a coat of wax? I have not found a veggie wash that does not smell exacting like an engine degreaser that I spent years using in the military and have developed skin reactions to.

not at all..