Lately I’ve been spending way too much time at Eco-tique in St. Paul, MN. It’s a problem, because I can’t seem to leave this eco-friendly clothing and accessories shop without purchasing something way outside of my price range. Which right now includes anything more than about $7. Before the holidays, I decided I needed a new dress for the…um…one Christmas party I was planning to attend. What happened next was the acquisition of this funky, awesome, one-of-a-kind dress from Kelly Lane:
I’d love to say I was bold enough to wear the red socks and black mary janes with it, but instead I wore grey tights and black boots. I still looked pretty fabulous, if I do say so myself.
Kelly Lane is part of the rapidly growing eco-fashion movement, using fabrics and practices that have minimal impact on the environment. Lane and other local artisans hand-make each dress, which is obvious when you’re up close and personal with her line. To see her entire collection, and find out if any stores near you carry these unique and colorful frocks, click here.
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I just realized Lucille posted about Kelly Lane a couple of days ago!! Total coincidence, and how strange. Well, consider this to be a personal review of Lane’s handiwork, then.
I just realized Lucille posted about Kelly Lane a couple of days ago!! Total coincidence, and how strange. Well, consider this to be a personal review of Lane’s handiwork, then.
I love Kelly’s unique use of color and fabric as well! And who doesn’t love that most of her fabrics are all natural and use low-impact dyes. To see her new masterpieces in the spring collection, like the “Ivy Dress” in Pomegranate and Blueberry, see http://www.juteandjackfruit.com/Kelly_Lane_s/3.htm.
Best,
Julia Rea
Fair Trade Fashionista
I love Kelly’s unique use of color and fabric as well! And who doesn’t love that most of her fabrics are all natural and use low-impact dyes. To see her new masterpieces in the spring collection, like the “Ivy Dress” in Pomegranate and Blueberry, see http://www.juteandjackfruit.com/Kelly_Lane_s/3.htm.
Best,
Julia Rea
Fair Trade Fashionista