| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Jun 30, 2008 at 9:45 am by Allison McCarthy Smart and Sophisticated in EcoSkin With the growing abundance of sustainably produced fashion, why would anyone still be wearing the old staples like rayon, acrylic, and polyester (unless they’re recycled)? From sporty and casual basics to sexy evening looks, there is a collection for every type of green clothing you desire. Our goal at EcoSalon is to introduce you to as many eco-sensitive designers we can find. So, without further ado, let me introduce ecoSkin. When designer Sandy Skinner launched ecoSkin last year, her goal was to create an eco-friendly women’s line that doesn’t compromise style. And that she did.  The collection offers sophisticated basics like this hooded knit wrap made of bamboo (above) that I would throw on for a casual brunch with friends and this Cook top in deep taupe (silk hemp blend with a natural shell button detail) that would be great for the office.  To craft these great pieces, ecoSkin imports bamboo from China, which is then spun into yarn in Los Angeles. Sandy does this so she can have the ultimate control over manufacturing standards and fair trade practices. All knit designs use a blend of bamboo, Tencel, and Spandex, and wovens are made from 100% bamboo. Each season Sandy plans to donate to One Percent for the Planet and Animal Actors Worldwide, as well as various other environmental and animal charities. Sara’s shameless plug: Hi, it’s your editor. De-lurk, dear Related Posts ↓ |
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| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME May 20, 2008 at 9:00 am by Allison McCarthy Deal of the Week: Anna Cohen Denim Rocker Jacket Every now and then, we all need a little rock star style. Tonight, you want to be noticed - but not for being anything less than eco-friendly. Anna Cohen’s organic cotton denim rocker jacket is just the piece. The cropped denim zip-up is gathered at both the hem and sleeves. It features an oversized collar with black hemp/silk lining ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME May 7, 2008 at 10:59 am by Allison McCarthy Deal of the Week: Azuri Sparkle Wrap A girl can never have enough wraps, especially a girl who always finds herself chilled to the bone. To me, the wrap is a stylish and essential choice. When it comes to wraps, I like to think of myself as an equal opportunity shopper. As luxurious as a high-end eco cashmere wrap is, I value my vintage sidewalk purchase just as much. This ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Apr 15, 2008 at 11:28 am by Kim Derby Don't Shy Away from Silky Shorts On most days I think I’m still 25.* I feel and think and act young-ish, so many of my friends are younger, and yes, I’ve been known to date a younger man…once or twice. Every so often I’m rudely awakened from this fantasy - like when I hear a song from my college days and someone says “I was in 3rd grade when that ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Apr 10, 2008 at 3:02 pm by Allison McCarthy I Like Your Habitude! There is something to be said for the versatility of neutral shades. They match everything and never go out of style. Ivory in particular is wonderful - it's flirty and innocent, understated and elegant. This v-neck silk/hemp sleeveless top with an empire waist by ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Apr 7, 2008 at 3:42 pm by Kim Derby Don't Let the Muumuus Get You Down One of the hottest fashion trends this spring is the so-called tunic. Unfortunately, when I hear that word my eyes roll back in my head and all I can visualize is the floral muumuu my mom wore on our trip to Hawaii in 1973. Despite that, I decided I wouldn’t sleep until I found at least one tunic stylish and eco-friendly ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Apr 3, 2008 at 7:00 pm by Allison McCarthy Doie's Floral Delight At long last, florals have reentered the scene and there's not a bit of Laura Ashley or dusty print in sight! This chocolate empire dress by Doie Designs is a very feminine piece. The cherry blossom trim fixes my floral craving while simultaneously flattering my ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| ARTISAN / ECOSALON HOME Apr 11, 2008 at 10:37 am by Elaine Lipson Catch the Wind I love to watch babies, enchanted and giggling, as they gaze at mobiles moving gently above their cribs with every breeze and breath. So I was happy to discover an artist who makes stunning, airy mobiles for grown-up rooms, each a tribute to nature’s most graceful branches, leaves and flowers. ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| ARTISAN / ECOSALON HOME Apr 1, 2008 at 2:14 pm by Elaine Lipson Felt So Lovely Felt is, without a doubt, the hottest artisan medium around these days. There’s something about the lush colors, raw wool or silk fibers, and malleable shapes that make felt pieces both cozy and dramatic. Artist Jenne Giles does felt brilliantly, and her Harlequin Feltworks ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| ARTISAN / ECOSALON HOME Mar 31, 2008 at 10:44 am by Mike Sowden Japanese Eco-Gifting: It's A Wrap Japanese culture has no need for wrapping paper, so why should we? We have to applaud any way of preventing all that glossy paper and sticky tape being discarded - contributing to the extra 5 million tons of garbage hitting the municipal waste plants around the festive periods. Sure, wrapping paper can be recycled (you could make ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |