Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, which means the pressure’s on for love birds around the world to show their special someone just how much they care. While flowers and chocolates are a lovely gesture, they’re a little lacking in the inspiration department, so to make sure your gift is hitting the right tone …

One thing is true of all cyclists: they love being outside. Whether it’s the city streets of your own urban jungle or the rolling hills around a tiny, picturesque village, cycling outdoors means you need the right gear – breathable, waterproof, functional and sustainable. At Protected Species, we care about producing activewear ethically, which is …

We now live in a world where we can truly see how connected we all are. Because of advances in technology and social media taking over our lives, it’s now imperative that businesses offer full transparency to their customers. Consumers are smarter and more well-informed than ever, and they want assurances that they’re buying from …

Hiking can be such a fun way to spend a winter day. It gets you out of the house at a time that we tend to forgo fresh air for duvets and is a fantastic form of exercise with a scenic payoff of beautiful natural surroundings…and it seems like everyone is getting in on the …

It’s 2020, and that means that there’s no excuse to be dismissive towards the global climate crisis or the mistreatment of the animals in both the food and fashion industry. In recent years, vegetarianism and veganism have been adopted by more and more people, and for good reason.   The impact that over-farming animals has on …

These days, in our extremely busy lives, it can be hard to tear ourselves away from our screens. There’s always one more email to answer, one more scroll through Facebook. This dependence on technology usually means we end up feeling disconnected from nature and from other people in our lives. In order to fight back …

Winter fashion can be really fun. As soon as the weather gets chillier, you get to finally break out those cosy cardigans and warm scarves! However, fashion this time of year can also be a little bit tricky. It’s easy to feel frumpy when you’re trussed up in layer upon layer with a bulky winter …

Scandinavian and Nordic countries are known for their natural beauty, progressively sound societal standards, and of course their level of happiness overall. In 2018, the countries of Denmark, Finland, Sweden and Iceland were at the top of the United Nation’s World Happiness Report, with Norway snatching up the honour of first place. The report measured …

Cycling is a great activity that boosts health, reduces your carbon emissions and gets you out into the Great Outdoors. The only factor that can put a literal damper on your cycling is the weather. So can you ride a bike in winter without risking your safety? While you may enjoy dashing through the snow …