According to recent polls, only about one to two percent of Americans eat a strictly vegan diet. In spite of those statistics, veganism has been a trending topic, with an increasing number of vegan restaurants and grocery options cropping up nationwide. If you have been considering trying out a vegan lifestyle, these five things you should know about veganism might help you make your decision.

Stella McCartney is about to make a huge power move in 2018. The beloved British designer is on a mission to become one of the rare female designers that have a full control of their brand. In 2001, one of the leading fashion conglomerates Kering co-founded McCartney’s namesake brand. After 17 years of split ownership, Stella is ready to continue on her own. The designer will buy out Kering’s part and run her brand solo from now on.

“It is the right moment to acquire the full control of the company bearing my name. I look forward to the next chapter of my life and what this brand and our team can achieve in the future,” Stella McCartney said in a statement.