Written by Emily Konkler
Published on December 28th, 2009
I’ve really enjoyed getting to know my new co-worker this past week. Sarah, a vegan and downright organic romantic, is on the hunt for super stylin’ vegan boots without the super expensive price tag. So, I’ve put on my internet hunting garb (the Popomomo Sleuthing Dress) and have come up with a nice range of vegan boot results- including two of my “not so inexpensive” favorites (a girl can dream, right?)
Sarah, this one’s for you… Read the rest of this entry »
Written by Susanna Schick
Published on November 9th, 2009
A Place to Feel Eco-Fabulous
The ecofabulous lounge at Opportunity Green was appointed with gorgeous sustainable furniture used throughout the conference space, and is a flawless manifestation of Opportunity Green’s commitment to design. I’ve been to a few sustainability-oriented conferences in my time, and this is the only one that celebrates sustainable design, and helps designers and clients alike to better understand sustainable design. It was so uplifting to see so much creative talent using sustainable principles to make gorgeous clothes and accessories.
The ecofabulous lounge is that chic yet welcoming boutique where you want to just hang out and be surrounded by gorgeousness. The lounge has a corner dedicated to Vie Bungalow, another corner for Arcona facials and product sampling, and the uber-eco PACT underwear, repping for the men, with his & hers boy-cut briefs.The Ekla sofas were gorgeous and seemed a great place to relax and chat with people.
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Written by Emily Konkler
Published on September 21st, 2009
I must admit, I spend most of my time drooling over clothing, pondering the possibilities of how to achieve the perfect eco-style. Recently, I came across Olsenhaus and my mind has wandered from high-waisted skirts and rock-star dresses to shoes. Not just shoes, mind you, but vegan, sexy, eye-bulging, stomach-fluttering shoes that gave me a kick in my- you know where- pushing me into an unknown territory. A world of shoe obsession.
Let’s not lie to ourselves, you can obviously see the photo above and understand why my heart is swooning.
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Written by Liz Thompson
Published on August 27th, 2009
It seems once school starts we go on a spending rampage. Backpacks, clothes, lunchboxes and supplies can drain the wallet pretty fast and any little bit you can save helps.
What a perfect time for a shoe sale. Simple Shoes is currently offering many of their popular styles at special clearance prices – and we are talking dirt cheap here! Boys Innertube shoes and the adorable GT Janie for girls are each marked at $8.99 and Skippies are just $7.90. And while you are at it, grab a pair for yourself and baby. Read the rest of this entry »
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Written by Delia Montgomery
Published on July 11th, 2009
The contest winner of Chic Eco’s 2009 footwear designer poll is Cliff Drill for Splaff Inc. Perfected simplicity is where he’s at with only three style offerings for men and women. Read the previous entrepreneurial story and company history here on FGS.
Cliff has lots of supporting fans who took the time to write sincere favorable comments with their votes. A few of many testimonials follow. Read the rest of this entry »
Written by Wenona Napolitano
Published on May 28th, 2009
I was hit with a nostalgic trip down memory lane when I opened up this pack of Nowali Moccasins. I had a couple pairs of these when I was a kid. I don’t know if they were actually Nowali’s or cheap imitations but I had these fun, warm and wonderful slipper sock moccasins as a kid. Now I am thrilled to have an adult size pair to warm my feet on cold nights (and days). Read the rest of this entry »
Written by Delia Montgomery
Published on May 25th, 2009
The three design concepts from Terra Plana are 21st Century Artisan, Recycled and Barefoot. In summary, the collections exude an understanding of classic shoe making, but with a passion for modern techniques and materials.
The company makes many different types of shoes, but the Terra Plana collection is the most traditional “green” and design students are paying close attention. Features to expect: Read the rest of this entry »
Written by Delia Montgomery
Published on May 19th, 2009
Birki Schuh GmbH was founded in 1993 by Stephan Birkenstock. His General Manager title remains for the Birki’s brand today. His famous cork-latex footbed feature was highlighted from the beginning. So were his anatomically molded footbeds.
The German Birki’s brand offers a large vegan all-age shoe collection that ranges from cork sandals to water-friendly clogs, and lots in between. Those special footbeds are made of cork, ALPRO®-cell or ALPRO®-foam, which are terrific shock absorbing materials. Read the rest of this entry »
Written by Delia Montgomery
Published on May 12th, 2009
It was 1997 when Splaff Flopps joined the green wave, — and in more ways than one! El Presidente Cliff Drill and El Ambassador Craig Wallace got creative in a garage. Their materials and tools were a tire, a bike tube, and a shoe knife. Indeed they had a vision. The goal was to make durable, comfortable and reasonably-priced sandals from recycled materials. Read the rest of this entry »
Written by Delia Montgomery
Published on May 6th, 2009
Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu founded the soleRebels brand in 2004 with her husband and brother to help create jobs in Zenabwork, Ethiopia. At the time there were hardly any jobs in the community. But when the family decided to redesign traditional Ethiopian shoes made from recycled tires, expansion mode kicked in and employees were hired. Read the rest of this entry »
