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New York Fashion Week Coverage

2008-09-20T09:16:00.000-07:00

Ok, so I've been MIA for a while now, meanwhile, New York Fashion Week flies by. There was a lot of great coverage and instead of competing with blogs that have budget, I thought I'd do what blogs do - regurgitate press by providing hyperlinks.Treehugger and Inhabitat have been doing a great job covering the Eko-Laborative fashion exhibition at New York Fashion Week. Feel free to browse their

The Vegan Shoe Debate

2008-08-30T08:23:00.000-07:00

Recently Natalie Portman appeared on Bravo's Project Runway hocking her vegan shoe line Te Cesan. While her shoes are adorable, I personally don't think certain vegan shoes are sustainable. Pleather isn't sustainable, in fact it's the opposite. With the exception of recycled plastic pleathers, these materials are made from petroleum products.The desire to end the suffering of animals is

Are you wearing a paper dress?

2008-08-20T10:52:00.000-07:00

(Sasawashi dresses by Linda Loudermilk Fall 06)Dresses made from paper - Japanese papers called Washi. SASAWASHI is a new sustainable fabric woven by twisted Washi yarns which was blended with KUMAZASA. It is a birth of "old and new" wonderful fabric as washable as cotton with the feel of linen. The Japanese have used WASHI since ancient times. It is most recognizable as calligraphy papers,

Renew Your Tired Clothes By Embellishing

2008-08-16T14:24:00.000-07:00

Tough economic times can be difficult for econistas who like having a couple new outfits each season. A great way to not only live sustainably with a small footprint but also to satisfy the need for new looks, is through updating cloths you already own.A new book by Kayte Terry of Love Forever blogging fame, can give you the inspiration you need to take that tired sweater and turn it into a

Linda Loudermilk eco fabrics

2008-08-08T08:21:00.001-07:00

Linda Loudermilk Fall 08

2008-08-08T08:04:00.001-07:00

Another stunning collection by luxury-eco pioneer Linda Loudermilk makes soy and sasawashi, chic and sophisticated. This season, Loudermilk's designs involve more line, geometry and edge than seasons past. Her once feminine and flowing ruffles are transformed into structured, crisp ruffles that are more architectural than feminine. There is no sign of bold graphics or draped layering fabrics

Gone Stitchin'

2008-08-01T08:14:00.000-07:00

Before I know it, another week has flown by and econista has gone without love. So what to do when neglecting something? Why sew a personalized hankey! Sublime Stitching is a site that offers a great range of embroidery patterns to satisfy today's DIY itch. Their tagline says it all "this ain't your grandma's embroidery!"With patterns that have a tatoo flair, you can customize an old pair of

Bravo's "In!" the Green Revolution

2008-07-24T16:48:00.000-07:00

This was the first officially green episode of Project Runway. Yay, good job Bravo and Project Runway!! The fabrics used in this weeks episode were made of sustainable silks, bamboo jerseys and hemp blends. Unfortunately, they didn't discuss the fabrics that much, and the challenge was to make a cocktail dress so the audience didn't get to see the wide variety of sustainable fabrics there are

Zerkahloostrah Custom Handmade Shoes

2008-07-21T09:40:00.000-07:00

Circus b'zerkus handmade platform pumps women's 8.5 $365Yes, cobblers do still exist and you can find them on Etsy. Here is one of the best, Zerkahloostrah. A wonderful sense of style and (as it appears on the monitor) great quality. Of course they aren't cheap, but the whole point of buying custom or handmade shoes is to avoid the mass produced, sweat shop marketplace and go with something

Who Loves Elroy?

2008-07-17T09:55:00.000-07:00

I do! Just a few weeks ago, I was feeling like there wasn't much going on in the sustainable fashion world. But after digging a little deeper I stumbled across a vein that led to a perfect nugget of gold: designer Leanne McElroy's collection Elroy. Why didn't I know about it sooner?Based in Vancouver BC, Elroy is a fully sustainable collection using bamboo and organic cotton fabrics. "I

Paper Doll by Heather Treadway

2008-07-15T09:30:00.000-07:00

I love it when I encounter a designer in a round about way only to realize I've seen and admired their work before. It makes me feel like there's a purpose in all of this googling. The purpose being: finding talent! Here we have Portland Oregon based designer, Heather Treadway who hand makes all of her garments (etsy store) from conventional fabrics. The not-so-preppy deconstructed woven

Lizzie Parker Fall 08 Misses the Mark

2008-07-12T09:29:00.000-07:00

I'm a fan of Lizzie Parker, the eco-chic designer who's design sensibility is perky, fresh and comfortable. But the Fall 08 collection is anything but fresh, in fact, it's drab and drapey. What econista wants to be draped in drab? With layers of Jersey hanging around the neck and over the shoulders, the designs look more like yoga wear... which for fashion designers who want to be more chic

Sharyl Crow Developing an Eco-chic Line

2008-07-11T09:00:00.000-07:00

Word on Rodeo Drive is that Sharyl Crow is heading down under to meet with some business partners at Western Glove Works about launching an eco-chic denim line. Not only is she, herself a gorgeous gal in cowboy boots and jeans, but she's been a spokesperson for the environment for years. In fact, this spring she hit the road on a nationwide tour Rocking the Globe-L Warming Tour and even blogged

Made in the USA

2008-07-06T10:49:00.000-07:00

4th of July means all things american. Celebrate your Independence from corporate greed and big business this year by supporting your local, hand-makers. Here's a made-in-the-USA roundup of etsy treats.

Nasty Gal Vintage

2008-07-01T08:22:00.000-07:00

A great way to kick off the new month is by getting nasty. I recognize nasty gal vintage from her ebay shop a year ago, but she's branched out into her own online storefront and is getting some big time press. Only problem with letting this little know secret out of the bag...everything is sold out. Not only are the cloths funky, but her photography is wonderful! So bookmark this site and

Jewelery always cheers me up!

2008-06-29T10:27:00.000-07:00

Seeing a theme here? Accessories are an econista's best friend. Here's a wonderful etsy designer who makes paper jewelery. By wonderfully intricate folding colorful pieces of paper, shop owner FrucciDesign, handmakes modern pieces that have a sense of the organic. Just visit her site and swoop up some of these happy adornments.

Handbags always cheer me up!

2008-06-28T11:10:00.000-07:00

I haven't visited U-handblog in a long time, and wow, I forgot how fun the site is. Lisa Lam's blog not only displays her wonderfully sweet handmade bags, she includes tutorials for you to make them as well! Plus, you can buy some of her bags, some fabrics and trimmings to help join in the fun. Perhaps the best therapy is a few quiet hours behind a sewing machine, something I haven't done in a

Where have I been?

2008-06-28T10:19:00.000-07:00

I haven't been anywhere! The weeks have slipped by as I, like so many Americans these days, put in long hours to stay afloat. Every time I've sat down to dig up some content, I felt discouraged and annoyed. I'm sure you get what I'm saying.I always complain about "feeling" global warming in my bones, like, the air just seems different than it did just 10 years ago. But over the past few weeks

Introducing Bodkin

2008-06-07T10:52:00.000-07:00

Bodkin Brooklyn is a collaboration between designer Samantha Pleetand writer Eviana Hartman using certified organic and reclaimed materials. Their collection is definitely welcome on the green fashion scene and econista is going to keep an eye out for more from this fresh, contemporary team. Jump to an interview with the duo

Etsy roundup

2008-06-04T08:10:00.000-07:00

I was recently doing "research" at etsy.com to see if there are any econistas out there making some eco-chic stuff and wow, I found a few wonderful designers making handmade leather handbags. These eco-chic pieces aren't exactly a steal with prices comparable to top designer handbags. So why buy a cute leather no-name purse for the same price? First, it's a one of a kind, not made in some

Camilla Norrback Spring 08

2008-06-03T10:44:00.000-07:00

Camilla Norrback's Spring Collection is much more memorable than her previous ones. At first, I thought she was a new discovery, then I realized that I'd covered her before. But for some reason, this season speaks to me. It's filled with sophisticated style that is sweet and feminine. There is an understated sexiness that is playful while being mature. Effortlessly elegant, isn't that's how

Stefano Nati recycled leather bags

2008-05-31T10:21:00.000-07:00

Reminiscent of plastic folded folios and document carriers, Stefano Nati takes these simple, everyday containers and turns them into fashionable eco-chic accessories using regenerated leather. Handmade in Italy, the leather is created by grinding up scraps of waste leather that would usually go into a landfill and bonding the grindings with small amounts of natural rubber resulting in a

Target's green videos

2008-05-30T12:03:00.001-07:00

For years I've been able to buy Method brand cleaning products at the local Target, I know they've been the first big chain to focus on sustainability. So while checking out the organic cotton clothing at Target's website, I found these eco-concious shopping videos. It looks like they partnered with the author of "Gorgeously Green" and have included some tips for shopping green at Target. So

Target, green-washing or a good start?

2008-05-30T11:23:00.000-07:00

A Target advertisement caught my eye on TV last night. Their ads are always well done, but this time, they said the cloths were eco-friendly. I sat up and logged on to see what was going on at Target. The collection they were talking about was "Go International: Rogan Gregory". The photos of the rather cool safari clothes are set in front of solar panels and grassy fields. I was excited and

Stella McCartney and LeSportSac

2008-05-26T10:34:00.000-07:00

It's been 10 days and I've been looking for something to be excited about for a post and sure'nuff, found it! LeSportSac and Stella McCartney team up to create an eco-chic line of wonderful bags. Made from 100% recycled polyester, these eco-friendly bags are sure to please every econista looking for a casual, functional and stylish bag for the beach, gym or even for diapers!With Stellas

BBC: Blood, Sweat and T-shirts

2008-05-20T10:55:00.001-07:00

I've been to India, and it's a fascinating place. I had a love/hate reaction to India, I loved it because it was so foreign and hated it because it was so real. In my opinion, India is a great example of a Libertarian system. It's a democracy, but there's not government regulation of anything, from clean drinking water to garbage pickup. After my visit to India, I realized that the only thing

shopper

2008-05-13T19:49:00.000-07:00

An endearing plastic bag replacement. I just love it. From Vintage Shopper Made from fair trade cotton. Lots of different styles.

How organic is organic going to be?

2008-05-11T09:33:00.000-07:00

For some time now, many in the movement have wondered how the all natural personal care industry is going to maintain it's integrity as green, health conscious products increase in demand. New "all natural" companies pop up every day it seems. Organic shampoos, all natural skin toners, organic fruit enzyme cleansers. You read the "organic" and "all natural" labels and say to yourself, wow,

Lara Miller Spring 08

2008-05-06T08:45:00.000-07:00

Lara Miller is up to her geometric transformations again, but this season, her collection is more streamlined and elegant - more eco-chic. These few pieces demonstrate an increased sophistication and simplicity. Her usual draping layers of jersey still prevail throughout the collection, but the complexity of the wrapping has been reduced and the silhouettes more defined. She uses fabrics made

Marie Claire goes green ... for good?

2008-05-03T09:46:00.000-07:00

A recent Guardian article interviewed Marie O'Riordan, the woman at the helm of the glossy Marie Claire. Their new tag line "Fashion with heart" launches this June with a cover of Cate Blanchet while inside, the magazine profiles "A-list activists", talks to real-life eco-heroes, gives three women a sustainable fashion challenge and offers pages of "guilt-free" indulgences.My alarm bells started

BBC: Blood, Sweat and T-shirts video

2008-04-26T08:20:00.000-07:00

After long, hard work, do the brits pass the test?

BBC: Blood, Sweat and T-shirts video

2008-04-24T08:24:00.000-07:00

Georgina asks owners why the workers are paid so little.

BBC: Blood, Sweat and T-shirts

2008-04-22T09:24:00.000-07:00

Six young fashion addicts swap shopping on the high street with working in India’s cotton fields and clothes factories. Can they handle a sewing machine and meet the target of two garments a minute? And will their experience change their throwaway attitude to clothes shopping? In this four-part series lunches Aprill 22nd, the six work in the mills of India’s cotton belt and stitch clothes in

Econista Earth Day

2008-04-20T08:51:00.000-07:00

Ok guys, it's time to get serious about the green movement. Econista's love to look good and do good for the environment, but ultimately, buying green cloths isn't going to do much for mother earth. It's more a vote for the earth than actually doing something.Since most of my friends are pregnant or trying to get pregnant, I think this year is a great time to really do something for the

Adidas Originals Grün

2008-04-19T08:58:00.001-07:00

Ok, I guess this is a week where all my posts are for my husband's wardrobe. First the Culture Skate hemp wear, now Adidas hemp sneaks. My husband bought the first pair of their hemp sneaks years ago and since then scours the internet and stores for the hemp ones that pop up every now and then. But not anymore honey, Adidas Originals is coming out with a line called Grün that aims to better

The Satori Movement at Culture Skate

2008-04-19T08:35:00.000-07:00

A new skate shop opened up around the corner from my house in San Francisco. I finally went in and bam, was hit with a whole series of hemp, bamboo and organic cotton wears. Most of the clothing was for men (there was yoga wear for women), but the fabrics and colors were very appealing. The hemp blends are textured and heavy in a satisfying way while some of their warm hoodies are lined with

Asia goes green too

2008-04-11T14:12:00.000-07:00

The Eco Chic Fashion Show organized by green2greener was held at a South Jakarta hotel last month and is the first in a series of planned events that are aimed at raising environmental awareness throughout Asia. Fashion designers from across Indonesia and Hong Kong pulled together a show that displayed designs that were not only environmentally friendly, but also were inspired by nature. A

Barney's and Loomstate Team Up

2008-04-07T12:20:00.000-07:00

As part of the Season 2 kick-off of "The Green" on Sundance Channel, the network has partnered with Barneys New York and the eco-chic fashion brand Loomstate to launch a first of its kind, national T-shirt recycling program. Beginning April 13th, consumers will be encouraged to drop off old t-shirts at all Barneys' locations nationwide. Loomstate will "re-fashion" the T-shirts (re-style, re-dye

New Eco-fabrics and technologies at Material World

2008-04-04T12:34:00.000-07:00

This week in Miami, Material World is exposing some new eco-fabrics. This American convention for textile manufacturers shares with attendees everything from fabrics, to trim, yarns, machines to make fabrics, fabric printing technologies and much more.This year, a few eco-conscious exhibitors include:Carr Textile will introduce a new stocked line of 100% Organic cotton twill in 24 colors. Carr

Emily Katz

2008-04-03T10:36:00.000-07:00

Emily Katz designs simple basics that offer a dash of sweet and sexy. Made from recycled hemp denim, the sweetheart wrap dress above is a daring dress to wear, exposing cleavage while wrapped in an otherwise simple and conservative sillhoute. The lightweight coat made from the same demin is great for spirng, with a flaired skirt and tailored breast and shoulders, the sillhouette is again flirty

Sustainable Collective

2008-04-01T10:26:00.000-07:00

Sustainable Collective by Convoy is sassy, fun and sexy with the edginess that has come to be known as the LA look. Based in SoCal, this line addresses so many of the issues important to Econista including sweatshop free production, recycled tagging and packaging and at times even using natural dies like tea. The dresses shown here are made of organic cotton jersey and hemp-silk trim and

Lizzie Parker

2008-03-31T09:56:00.000-07:00

Lizzie Parker showed this weekend at the Portland Fashion Week Eco-Fashion show which landed her on the Econista radar. Her currently available spring 08 line is wonderfully cute and wearable. I just adore the leggings with built in, matching leg warmers, what a fun look. And the checkered bubble sleeve detail tucked beneath the sleeve of the swing jacket is ingenious. Unfortunately I can't

Troupe de Trash

2008-03-27T12:15:00.000-07:00

Troupe de Trash is an ensemble production made up of fashion design, performance art and innovation in environmental solutions of the highest order. Forty folks take part, including their larger-than-life Master of Ceremonies John Deaderick. He presides over the two raucous evenings of green fashion, offering an occasional good-natured lascivious leer that goes well with his piquant remarks about

Green Weddings

2008-03-27T11:58:00.000-07:00

The birds are chirping, flower buds are peeking out and spring is upon us. That means wedding season is about to begin, why not do a green wedding post?Check out this protovert for ideas and resources.

Oda Style

2008-03-08T15:23:00.000-08:00

Just stumbled across a San Francisco design team that creates beautifully feminine, tribal inspired, pieces that are finely detailed with natural embellishments. Their cottons, hemps and wools are organically produced, they use natural fibers like soy and hand dye or tea stain many of their fabrics. Their feathers are collected locally from molting chickens and their buttons are made from

Mark Liu goes scrapless

2008-02-25T10:16:00.000-08:00

UK prodigy, Mark Liu, is approaching eco fashion differently. Concerned about the scraps of fabric and notions that end up on the floor and then in landfills, Mark Liu put his creativity to the task of reducing this waste. He not only creates stylish patterns, but he designs the pattern pieces to fit on a single piece of fabric like a jigsaw puzzle. This idea sounds more like a Zen exercise or

Elsom

2008-02-20T19:17:00.000-08:00

Elsom's spring collection is subtle, quiet and sophisticated. Men will find light, tailored suits and shirts, women will find nicely draped dresses. Elsom isn't bold nor boring, the Australian label designed by Sam Elsom pays attention to quality tailoring and materials. They are committed to not only using sustainable materials like organic cotton, but also being involved with the farmers who

A-list designers dabble in Eco

2008-02-09T08:26:00.000-08:00

Grace Trance turned me onto this style.com page which is very interesting and encouraging. A-list designers like Versace and YSL sent some looks down the Future Fashion Show runway that were made of sustainable materials. Renewable, organic and recycled fabrics were transformed into elegant couture gowns as well as street wear. As a part of New York Fashion Week, this is the first show for Earth

iwood accessories

2008-01-31T07:25:00.001-08:00

Now this is a must have for econistas. I am in love with these glasses, they are sooo freakin hot. They are made by iWood ecodesigns from sustainable wood veneers. There are a couple pairs available on the saks website, green house section. They have a show room in Kentuky, so if you're in that area, go check them out.

Saks launches Green House

2008-01-31T07:08:00.001-08:00

Another large luxury retailer has launched a green department, which is again, a sign that green is economically sustainable! The revolution is on. They include some familiar brands such as Loomstate, Beau Soleil and Organic. But there are some fresh faces on there, like Song (tunic below) and Ogle as well as specific pieces from other collections like Alabama Chanin and Eileen Fisher. I

Ecogir by Bagir

2008-01-28T12:23:00.000-08:00

Ok, now this company is doing bold and beautiful things in the apparel realm. Israeli based Bagir is innovating in both technology and tailoring. Their Ecogir Recycled line of tailored suits is made from 100% post consumer recycled material. the fabric and lining are created from discarded PET bottles. So not only do they divert waste from landfills, they alos reduce the carbon footprint.

She Bible

2008-01-22T21:18:00.000-08:00

She Bible is a small, San Francisco based label that started out with a handmade screen printing kit in the kitchen. Designers Deirdre O'Boyle and Stacy Rodgers turn out a simple, unique collection that also has sustainable pieces such as the mini dress above made, in part, from organic cotton. Other simple and basic casual wear is made from bamboo and viscose.

awe yeah, recycled leather bags

2008-01-19T17:59:00.001-08:00

Now here are some bags that are worth their price tag. They are handmade from recycled, thrifted leather jackets by Ashley Watson in her Vancouver BC studio. You can see the jacket detailing, pockets and seams in the bag design wich makes each piece a one of a kind. The spring collection is available at Beklina and elsewhere.

eco felt tote

2008-01-19T17:43:00.000-08:00

Another plastic bag substitute but this one is simple, chic and made of felt. Made by Illustration by Mary-Ann, you can order one custom made in a bunch of different colors and sizes.

Nordstrom's Organic Style Category

2008-01-16T12:58:00.000-08:00

Well this is a refreshing evolution of a large retailer... a whole section devoted to sustainable wares. Of course, the coolest thing they carry are some Edun tees and a wonderful sweater coat by Viridis, but still, Nordstroms knows that the revolution is ON!

Thieves Spring 08 Collection

2008-01-14T12:49:00.000-08:00

It's difficult to imagine springtime while in the midst of a cold, dark winter, but after drooling over the Thieves Spring collection, the sun seems to be coming out early. I've always appreciated the label's delicate balance of urban flavor and feminine wearability, but this season, i think they've out done themselves. They are successfully playing with the high waisted silhouette in

Beau Soleil spring 08

2008-01-04T14:55:00.000-08:00

After encountering Beau Soleil at one of my favorite boutiques, I decided to check back in with them to see what's up for spring. I have to admit, I was disappointed...yawn. This season's vision is not as avant guard as their fall collection. In the past, they were wearable, on trend yet still had an air of sophistication that made their designs different. But this spring, we have boring

Kicking off 2008 - Econista style

2007-12-27T07:28:00.000-08:00

It's almost 2008, so let's kick off the year with a bang - make a donation to your favorite environmental or free trade charity today. Next year is bound to be an even better year for the environmental movement than 2007 was. In 07 we saw increased global action about Climate Change - even from President Bush! We saw more companies offering green products, more start ups entering the

Levis Eco at JC Penny's

2007-12-22T09:46:00.000-08:00

So, it's the holidays and, like everyone else, I've been shopping. My husband likes those Cuban shirts for going out, the Havana brand, so I went to JC Penny's where they sell them (although this year, their selection sucked). But while in the men's department, I found Organic Cotton Levis. They had a few styles and colors and they were reasonably priced! I was psyched!! Such a mainstream,

Volcom Vco-logical

2007-12-20T07:32:00.000-08:00

I was reading "Preen" Magazine recently and saw this illustration and recognized one of my favorite west cost illustrators, Mel Kadel, instantly. Upon reading the caption, it said it was on an organic t-shirt for Volcom's holiday eco friendly collection. I wanted to buy one, of course, so I headed to volcom.com and didn't find the t-shirt but found out that the skateing outfitter had a whole

Toms Shoes

2007-12-16T10:17:00.001-08:00

I don't know if I would call Tom's shoes "shoes" since they look and feel more like slippers, but this company is doing something interesting, even if their shoes aren't. Tom's will donate a pair of shoes to a child in need for each pair sold. So buying a pair is like donating to a good cause, and you should look at it that way, because they cost almost $70 a pop. Still, it's a great concept

Velvet Leaf Clothing

2007-12-11T17:31:00.000-08:00

Velvet Leaf's spring 08 collection is fun, fresh and feminine. The line's style is youthful with a bit of sophistication, hip with wearability. I'm not sure where you can buy their cloths, but definitely keep your eyes peeled for their wares. Velvet Leaf is committed to 100% sustainability and is certified by EKO SKAL. They use 100% organic cotton and work with internationally certified

Charmone Shoes - Fall 07

2007-12-08T13:14:00.000-08:00

Charmone Shoes is an Italian shoemaker who uses vegan materials - but you wouldn't be able to tell that the shoes are synthetic because they are designed and made to the ultimate in luxury standards. Their synthetic materials use a process that is less polluting to the environment that the process of tanning, factory farming and processing leather. Plus their materials are free from PCV. The

Recycled Furniture

2007-12-06T14:03:00.000-08:00

To break away from fashion for a moment, I recently was surfing design*sponge and one of their guest bloggers, style court, did an interesting post about an interior designer in LA. Ruthie Sommers is a magician when it comes to refurbishing old furniture. The post includes some before and after pics I wanted to share. You can check out the whole post here as well as learn a bit more about

Lara Miller - Wear it Your Way

2007-12-03T12:36:00.000-08:00

Now here's a designer who's thinking outside the box. Lara Miller designs transformers - you can wear the garments in different ways. One way on Monday, another on Tuesday. Flowing fabrics can be wrapped, strapped, tied and twisted into different looks. It's an interesting concept and I can't wait to find one of her pieces in the person so I can transform one myself. Some of her pieces are

Passenger Pigeon fall 07

2007-12-02T11:24:00.000-08:00

I'm in love with Passenger Pideon's Fall Collection. The screenprinting is adorable with birds, trees and windmills in patterns accross their fabrics. The designs are timeless, not trendy, so these outfits will be in your wardrobe for a long time. I think I'm going to pick up the red wrap dress for this holiday season from their online shop. Check out the whole collection here.

Fashion-Conscious Shop

2007-11-30T15:54:00.000-08:00

Ok Econistas, the ultimate shop, so it would seem, has hit the net... but it's a UK based company (ouch on the carbon footprint)... at least the north west passage is free of ice so shipping will be faster over the pole.... ok, very bad joke.For the econistas in the U.S., this shop has a lot of items to salivate over. The company declares on their website that they hunt down the sexiest, hippest

On Vacay for rest of the Month

2007-11-07T10:04:00.001-08:00

Well readers, I'm off for 3 weeks. Check back in December. - Tane

Goodwill teams up with Nick Graham

2007-11-04T11:48:00.000-08:00

Later this month, Goodwill is going to become a destination for econistas in San Francisco. As Nick Graham, founder of Joe Boxer, is going to craftily alter some of Goodwill's old, donated cloths, into new, fashionable wares for sale in a new section of Goodwill's Fillmore store. Called William Good, the new clothing line will spark people's creative minds while doing something for the

Etsy Jacket Roundup

2007-11-04T10:15:00.001-08:00

vintage 60s faux fur cape coat white at CHERRYPICKVINTAGE shop.vintage 1960s cropped jacket three quarter sleeves huge woven ball buttons cute andvintage 1970s sky blue wool coat andvintage 1960s BABYDOLL double breasted black wool coat FITTED cutest all at ramonawest's shop.Finally, this handmade super cute...i think im gonna buy it...French Provincial Jacket - Hand Sewn French Recipes Print

Peligrosa Knits

2007-10-31T15:04:00.000-07:00

Peligrosa Knits produces some fine basics for the econista who loves cashmere long or short sleeved sweaters. Some of their more styled designs, like the ruffle boatneck shown above, are made from 100% organic cotton. The company is dedicated to sustainability throughout the production of it's collection. Beyond using organic cottons, they use natural organic dyes and natural mordants that

Viridis Luxe

2007-10-27T10:02:00.000-07:00

The Viridis Luxe mission is to provide sustainable luxurious clothing to those who are making the choice to tread lightly on our planet while continuing to enjoy fashion, luxury, and style. Their signature organic fabric is a blend of the fine cashmere with long-fiber hemp. The Viridis Luxe line also includes exotic bamboo t-shirts and exclusive sheer silk~hemp collection of jersey

Tees for Change

2007-10-21T10:11:00.000-07:00

The world can be a heavy place full of stress and mundane routine. Tees for Change to the rescue with a healthy dose of positive reminders about living a full life. With messages like "choose happiness", "today matters", and "live mindfully" wearing them can be as much community service as it is therapy. Beyond tees made from organic cotton or bamboo, the company is further dedicated to

A Book About Beauty Products

2007-10-17T07:59:00.000-07:00

"Lead in lipstick? 1,4 dioxane in baby shampoo? How is this possible? Simple. The $35 billion cosmetics industry is so powerful they’ve kept themselves unregulated for decades. Stacy Malkan’s new book, Not Just a Pretty Face: The Ugly Side of the Beauty Industry (New Society Publishers, Oct. 2007), chronicles the quest that led a group of health and environmental activists to the world’s largest

Beauty Product Dbase

2007-10-14T08:16:00.000-07:00

The database is awesome and terrifying. Above are the top selling sunscreens. The higher the number, the more toxic it is. They have ranked hundreds of brands and to no surprise, the most main stream brands are the most toxic. Anti-aging products seem to have the largest effect on reproductive organs.Every woman should check this out. They are killing us girls, we need to be empowered!

No Commitment Consumption

2007-10-10T13:46:00.000-07:00

Ok, so I'm torn about the sustainability of this concept. Like so many things in this complicated world, there are trade offs, one good has an evil.So Bag Borrow or Steal is a website that's kicking off an intriguing idea. You pay a monthly membership fee and you can borrow up to 3 items at a time from their website. A Prada bag, trendy diamond jewelery, and even vintage couture accessories.

Davina Hawthorn

2007-10-06T07:38:00.000-07:00

Davina Hawthorn's love of textile design is exposed in these full and fabulous jackets. Her fascination with fabric is shared with all those who view her hand crafted pieces (made of recycled fibers) through shape and texture. One of the original designers showing at Esthetica at London's Fashion week, Davina Hawthorn has seen success as a sustainable designer. She's been commissioned to

The Öko Box

2007-10-05T11:13:00.001-07:00

I just stumbled across an exciting online shop called The Öko Box. They specialize in sustainable fashion providing nice bamboo dresses such as the elegant one above, organic cotton and hemp wares as well as free trade pieces to round out a satisfying eStore. Overall their style is a step above the yoga/hippie vibe. They even hold online auctions for fun pieces like the ruffle skirt bellow.

Threadbanger.com

2007-10-04T10:59:00.000-07:00

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Covet

2007-09-29T08:08:00.001-07:00

Perhaps it's the charm of Covet's photography, but their collection feels both modern and retro at the same time. Their styling offers some trend pieces paired with timeless ones to make a complete wardrobe that will last more than one season. Covet's line features all natural fabrics including bamboo (sweater above, vest, boatneck top and polo bellow), linens (crop pants) and cottons.

Stewart & Brown Fall Collection

2007-09-25T13:05:00.000-07:00

In this collection there is something for any dreamer and lover of adventure whether it be super soft pima pieces or trousers, trumpeted skirts and delicately detailed hand knits.The collection also boasts wool-organic cotton outerwear that is perfect dressed up or down. Check out their collection, it's worth getting excited about. Stewart & Brown

Grace Trance

2007-09-21T09:18:00.000-07:00

Grace Trance designs wonderful clothing for working girls. Her sensibility is elegant and sweet contrasted with a very organic textured fabric made of hemp. Made in San Francisco. Keep an eye out for her collections.(photographs by me!)

NBC's Heros Goes Green

2007-09-17T09:28:00.000-07:00

Ok, so I've been slacking off, a full week passed before doing a post. So to get back into the swing of things, I thought I'd show you guys a mainstream product that's not exactly eco-chic, but it's doing something for the environment.Save the environment, save the world.First the show is partnering with The Conservation Fund who's Go Zero program will plant 188 trees at the Trinity River

Jessica Scott Maternity

2007-09-06T12:24:00.000-07:00

What a great idea, a piece that can be worn a few different ways, even after your pregnancy. Jesica Scott designs a lot of cute, flirty pieces made from Lyocell and Tencel.

Skunk Funk

2007-09-02T09:25:00.000-07:00

The first Skunk Funk shop in North America opened near my house in the Mission S.F. I was surprised to learn that many of their wares are sustainable, or at least blends! Soy, Viscose, Bamboo and some Organic Cotton. So I scooped up a cute top made of 95% viscose (the rest elastic) and I'll be checking back regularly. The designs are very modern with a euro-techno edge. I'm into the look (

Urban Renewal

2007-08-30T12:18:00.000-07:00

Urban Renewal by Mari Santos recycles T-shirts and makes cute outfits. She's a design student from Toronto.

Nau

2007-08-25T12:04:00.001-07:00

Check out Nau's urbane jacket. It's made from 100% recycled fabric that uses Teijin Eco Circle techonolgy, a closed-loop recycling system for polyester. Nice!

Donna Lou Fall 2007

2007-08-23T13:09:00.000-07:00

Threadbanger.com

2007-08-17T16:14:00.000-07:00

Beau Soleil fall 2007

2007-08-15T08:47:00.000-07:00

Any fans of America's Next Top Model might recognize this season's model for Beau Soleil. Melrose does a nice job of showing off the collection's comfortable and stylish designs. The collection boasts some innovative touches such as this asymmetrical dress with a removable recycled leather strap to make a fun strapless as well.Or this dress which is simple and sleek for the office with a neck

I'm Not A Plastic Bag, I'm Not A Plastic...

2007-08-12T08:58:00.000-07:00

Ebay is selling 700+ Anya Hindmarch famous eco-friendly bags. So if you missed your change to get one, you can pick one up on the rebound! Some are knockoffs, but most are authentic. You can choose from the UK -brown version or the US-navy version. I'm still thinking of nabbing one just for the fun of it. But for some reason, I don't really want to be seen in public with it. Why is that?

Thieves Fall Collection

2007-08-08T18:46:00.001-07:00

So excited to see some fall collections popping up online, it makes my job so easy! This season, Thieves is going dark - well black to be exact. Their sustainable fabrics include bamboo jersey, hemp yakwool, merino wool, organic cotton, hemp silk and hemp organic cotton denim. Their style is modern but with a touch of romance like the boho styled dress/tunic above. Buy their wares here (fall

Under the Canopy

2007-08-05T09:19:00.000-07:00

Under the Canopy was born in 1996 with a mission to make a positive impact on the future of the planet, creating a product line that utilizes the Earth's resources in an ecofriendly, sustainable manner. Our line of EcoFashion offers only the most sophisticated, luxurious, high quality, comfortable and fashionable

Grace Cello

2007-08-02T09:32:00.000-07:00

Grace Cello out of Montreal, provides stylish basics that are sustainable. Their a group of thinking people who have more than just design on their minds, they're working in the context of building an eco-city:commerce can be as enjoyable and healthy an experience as one intends it to be.

Enamore

2007-08-01T08:53:00.000-07:00

enamore, a uk label producing beautiful clothing, lingerie and accessories from organic and sustainable fabrics. Our collections are currently produced in the UK from the finest hemp, cotton, peace silk and vintage fabrics.

Local Harvest Local Food Locator

2007-07-29T09:40:00.000-07:00

What a great online widget! When you visitLocalharvest.org you simply enter your zip code and voila, a list of products from farms near you. The have all sorts of foods that you can either order for delivery, pick up at the farm or they'll ship it to you with less footprint than the shipping to Safeway's distribution center, then to your local Safeway branch. Less refrigerated trucks, less of

Viva Terra

2007-07-29T09:06:00.001-07:00

Chunky sweaters, luscious wraps and a bunch of accessories for you and the home, Viva Terra offers up something for everyone and all of it is eco friendly. Healthy bedding, recycled glass dinnerware, luxurious robes and scarves. Check out this sustainable shop at Viva Terra

Indigenous Designs Corp

2007-07-27T08:55:00.000-07:00

From the Wall Street Journal:Indigenous Designs Corp. prides itself as a truly green supplier. Its women's clothing is made from all-natural, sustainable materials, such as organic cotton, silk and alpaca. It adheres to strict fair-trade manufacturing practices overseas, runs its U.S. corporate office on solar power and encourages employees to bike to work.Now that's what I'm talking about! A

Timberland's footprint

2007-07-25T09:56:00.000-07:00

Timberland is putting "nutrition" labels on their wares to help consumers understand the impact of their buy choices. They are an outdoor brand and hence they must be committed to environmental stewardship. They are making an effort to reduce their footprint and with such transparency as to set an example for other companies and for their customers. The labels also outline the impact their

Flocks

2007-07-23T09:09:00.000-07:00

I couldn't resist this hand knitted 100% wool rug from Flocks. This company hands knits all of it's garments and knows the exact sheep the wool was sheared from (the photo book shows 4 of the 18 sheep who's wool the rug is made). Since one sheep supplies exactly enough wool for one sweater, each sweater is tagged with a specific animal’s ID number, and comes with a certificate: the animal's