Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Out of Africa: Eco Friendly Wool Pants for Fall and Winter 2016



Need a new basic eco fashion idea for Fall 2016? These eco-friendly, stylish wide-leg pants create a unique and sophisticated look to pair with solid color neutrals for career and maybe a wild print bohemian top on the weekend. They are made out of wool in Africa's only carbon neutral, fair trade factory located on a game preserve in Kenya, and exists to conserve the natural environment and reduce deforestation while empowering impoverished women in Kenya. Sizes XS,S,M,L. Price $146. Available online from Raven and Lily.

Sunday, September 4, 2016

Eco Fashion Chic: Fall Festival Ready Fringed Knit



This is eco fashion chic for Fall 2016. Shades of brown have cropped up on runways for fall and this heather brown eco knit sweater dress [55% ramie 45% cotton]is a perfect way to capitalize on comfort and stylish fringe. Some say the devil is in the details, but in this dress the details are angelic. Dress features a round ribbed neckline, long sleeves and fringed trim. Buy it online at Threadsence now on sale for just $46.00.


Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Add Layers of Eco Chic to Your Fall 2016 Wardrobe; Start With a 100% Cotton Tunic



Fall is right around the corner and it is time to start adding to your collection of three-quarter and long sleeve eco-friendly fashions. This 100% organic cotton tunic features a flattering V-neckline, three-quarter length sleeves, and side slits with button trim. It's the ultimate in sustainable fashion and casual luxury. Made in Peru and Fair trade certified. Available from
VivaTerra for $119. Consider it an investment in eco chic and in year-round fashion.

Thursday, August 18, 2016

Eco Chic: Fall 2016 Looks Beautiful. See for Yourself.




Indian Summer into Fall 2016 is a great time to add more eco fashions to your wardrobe. This fine guage knit 100% Pima Cotton dress is a standout idea. Its fitted torso features a flattering v-neckline and 3/4 length sleeves. The torso flows into a swirl of pleats. Dress is available in sizes xsmall through xlarge from Peruvian Connection, a fashion company devoted to beautiful eco fashions.



Wednesday, August 3, 2016

Eco Travel? Pack These Basic White Eco Jeans of Organic Cotton With a Little Stretch



Want to add more eco-friendly pants to your wardrobe? These classic five-pocket style white jeans by Eileen Fisher are slim-fitting organic cotton with just enough stretch to make them extra comfortable to wear. They are part of her travel collection focused upon effortless style and simplicity. Find them for $178 at Garnet Hill online.



Sunday, July 17, 2016

Eco Fashion Chic: Try An Eco Bikini Made in NYC



Hmm. Halfway through Summer 2016 and time to add a new swimsuit. Try adding a new eco bikini made of eco-friendly 78% Recycled Nylon and 22% Elastane. Wrap top is not only flattering, it is also easily adjustable. Bottom is ruched in back. Top is $88 and bottom is $72. For these and other eco swimwear choices shop Vaute, an eco brand made in the USA/ cut and sewn in NYC's garment district. The brand has also been hailed as the first vegan fashion label.




Tuesday, July 12, 2016

Mid-Summer Dreaming? Wake up to an Eco Fashion Chic Romper



As we pass the halfway mark this summer what better than an eco-friendly, season spanning romper by Ace & Jig to add to your growing eco closet. Designed using one of the company's eco Artisanal fabrics that are woven on an ancient hand loom in India, this one is a classic windowpane plaid. The romper features a sleeveless, button-up front with elasticized waistband and tapered leg.

The weavers employed by Ace & Jig's textile factory receive free childcare. The textiles are washed twice to make the fabrics extra soft and shrink-proof, but the water used in the process is recycled for use in the communal employee garden to grow organic produce. Available online at Ethica; now reduced to $198.