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in Accessories, Summer, Sustainable Fashion, Upcycled, Vintage + Classic StyleMust-Have Summer Accessories: Three Pieces of Vintage Sun Protection
Shield yourself from the harsh summer sun with these vintage accessories! More
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in Accessories, Spring, Sustainable Fashion, Upcycled, Vintage + Classic StyleFour Vintage Accessories for Spring
Pair these vintage accessories with some of your favorite vintage spring dresses! More
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in Accessories, Fall, Sustainable Fashion, Upcycled, Vintage + Classic StyleVintage Fall Fashion: Three Fall Accessories
Vintage fall gear is a stylish, and eco-friendly, way to stay bundled this season! More
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in Accessories, DIY + Tutorial, Sustainable Fashion, UpcycledThe Ultimate DIY Challenge: Making Your Clothes For An Entire Year
Could you make your own clothes and accessories for an entire year? More
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in Accessories, Designers + Brands, Sustainable FashionUniquely Upcycled: How Two St. Louis Designers Are Recreating Fashion (Part 2)
Sew, Good and Trendy’s owner and creator, Rachel Shelton, is on a mission to make sure women are fashionably eco-friendly while doing their part to save the planet. More
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in Summer, Sustainable Fashion, Upcycled, Vintage + Classic StyleA Day At The Beach: Five Pieces of Vintage Beach Gear
Five pieces of vintage beach gear for the upcoming summer season. More
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in AccessoriesFive Hair Accessories Made From Recycled Materials
Five hair accessories made from recycled materials that will perk you, and your hair, up this winter. More
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in Accessories, Designers + Brands, Events, SpringThe Clever Resourcefulness of Designers at Unique LA 2010
The selection of interesting and beautiful accessories and jewelry at the show this season was overwhelming. Plus so much of it was responsibly made, it was really hard to choose my favorites. These selections reflect my personal tastes and my interests, but there was so much more at the show it was hard to narrow […] More
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in Accessories, Vintage + Classic StyleOpen Umbrellas of Love to Heal Surviving Haitians
Stormy weather abound, the people in Haiti need healing help more than ever. The song Umbrella has been on my mind lately as it’s been rainy here in San Francisco. As I was humming the lyrics the above rose print umbrella showed up with a mission! Unique Vintage is holding an umbrella sale to lend […] More
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in UncategorizedCyber Monday ECO-Sale at Nimli – $1 Silk Scarves
Get fabulous deals on Cyber Monday, November 30th, at Nimli.com starting with $1 Fair Trade silk scarves. More
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in Sustainable FashionGreenvision: The Top 5 Trends of Paris Fashion Week
Bespoken: Revisiting the Belle Epoque This spring, recessionistas will adapt Edwardian, utilitarian silhouettes to suit their personalities….and their wallets. Here are simple ways to greenify the top 5 trends from spring from the Paris runways: 1. Elegant Fluidity Monochronistic palettes in nude, beige, rose and cinder will take over the runway and the streets as designers […] More
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in AccessoriesWarm Up With This Winter’s Best Sustainable Scarves
Nothing softens the chill of cold weather like wrapping up in a warm, wooly scarf. This season’s best eco picks are cleverly embellished with flora-inspired prints, natural buttons and exquisite lacy detail. Organic cotton is a choice material as well as ultra-soft light weight organic alpaca. 1. Alena Hennessy Organic cotton adorned with queen anne’s […] More
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in Accessories, ReviewsGreen Diva’s Guide to Fresh Style: Eco-Bag Lady’s Best of 08
I’m proud to be evolving into quite the eco-bag lady! I have amassed an amazing collection of various earth-friendly bags – canvas, bioplastic and organic cotton totes for shopping; a wonderfully useful computer bag made of recycled plastic bottles; and a couple of great purses that make a fashion statement while keeping all kinds of […] More
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in Accessories, Designers + Brands, Materials, Reviews, UncategorizedFrom Kim White: A Handbag Named Desire
A quick introduction to Kim White’s line of gorgeous handbags, made from recycled vintage unholstery fabrics. More
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in Accessories, Designers + Brands, Materials, Reviews, Sustainable FashionLend a Helping Handbag: eco-friendly finds that fuse fashion with philanthropy
In the past, when you’ve thought about helping the environment, things like recycling, using rechargeable batteries, cutting back on your power and water usage, and carpooling or bicycling to reduce pollution probably leapt to mind. I doubt that carrying a chic, designer bag topped your list. But with all of the eco-minded designers popping up, using alternative […] More
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in Accessories, Designers + Brands, Reviews, Sustainable FashionGreen Diva’s Guide to Fresh Style: 5 Smart, Sassy & Sustainable Eco-Jewelry Designs
I’m not really a big shopper, but there are few things more satisfying than finding beautiful baubles to adorn oneself that are also ethically and sustainably created. Okay, so maybe more than a few things are more satisfying, but it is a great feeling to know that while decorating ourselves or someone we love, we […] More
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in Reviews, Sustainable FashionWhat’s in Your Wallet?
Or perhaps more importantly, what is your wallet made of? How is it made? By whom is it made? Well, if it’s a Jimi, then rest easy. Not only is your wallet made of recycled and recyclable material, it is also made sweat shop free in the US by a company that gives 1% to […] More