Venus Envy Inspiration
My Internet connection was down all yesterday, so therefore, I couldn't post. I was frustrated about it too because in doing my "Observation Assignment" for Retail Management, I came across an unexpected and potentially interesting MissBiz article that I want to write about in the next paper.
For the retail project, I had a list of required shops to visit in downtown Halifax, in order to get a "feel" for the ambiance and shopping experience. I chose to go into Venus Envy; a gay and lesbian bookstore/ sex-toy store. Several of my friends have visited this store before, but I had never been into a store of this type in my life. There were many books about feminism, motherhood, and even gay family books for children. A table filled with massage oils and other little trinkets was in the middle of the store. Something that immediately caught my attention was the display of "alternative" menstrual devices - all of which were either organic, reususable, or both. Personally, I've been been thinking about the harmful environmental affects of pad and tampon disposal, and have been searching for alternatives myself.
So, voila:
This is a front and back view of a 100% cotton and 100% re-usable pad. Yes, it is basically a glorified facecloth with a clasp. But apparently it absorbs really well and doesn't stain when washed in cold water. I think I'd scald it too - for hygenic reasons.
For the retail project, I had a list of required shops to visit in downtown Halifax, in order to get a "feel" for the ambiance and shopping experience. I chose to go into Venus Envy; a gay and lesbian bookstore/ sex-toy store. Several of my friends have visited this store before, but I had never been into a store of this type in my life. There were many books about feminism, motherhood, and even gay family books for children. A table filled with massage oils and other little trinkets was in the middle of the store. Something that immediately caught my attention was the display of "alternative" menstrual devices - all of which were either organic, reususable, or both. Personally, I've been been thinking about the harmful environmental affects of pad and tampon disposal, and have been searching for alternatives myself.
So, voila:
This is a front and back view of a 100% cotton and 100% re-usable pad. Yes, it is basically a glorified facecloth with a clasp. But apparently it absorbs really well and doesn't stain when washed in cold water. I think I'd scald it too - for hygenic reasons.
"Pretty, Breathable, and Reusable Menstrual Pad. 100% Cotton. Celebrate Your Monthly Menses"
The reason why I think this would make a good MissBiz column is because alternative menstrual devices, such as the increasingly popular Diva Cup, and products like GladRags are gaining awareness as the environment is now an ever-demanding global issue. Also, think of the money a woman would save over a lifetime! Not to mention that pads and tampons have been linked to certain types of cancers (or are rumored to be - which is arguably just as cripling when it comes to sales).
Yep, I think this will be an interesting assignment for myself.
I have the VP Finance of SMUSA and the President of the SMU Marketing Society writing articles for me this week. So far, the business section this week is going smoothly!
Keep Bizzy!
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