Yes, you read that correctly. Following suit with other fashion icons, the luxury brand Gucci has made a first step forward on the eco catwalk. And the sexy creative director behind the luxury brand known for its double "GG" symbol stands at the forefront. Frida Giannini is her name and she designed (and models in … Continue reading GUCCI Goes for the Green
With all things digital nowadays, it's not surprising that my friend's 12-year-old didn't know you could still shoot 35 mm slides. Some of us remember when you couldn't shoot anything but... ...but let's move on. I have fond family memories of my dad's slide shows. He's a photo fanatic who never went anywhere without a … Continue reading The Tote That Takes Your Laptop Traveling
It seems logical to me - coconuts and good design. I've heard of stranger things, so when I heard that Bahia coconut shells were being used to produce an interior design surface material, I didn't even flinch. In fact, I thought it's about time. Okay, not exactly, but it is innovative and ultra exotic. EKOBE … Continue reading Covered by Coconut
There's more to this arm candy than meets the"¦arm. It's shiny and pretty and even glamorous, but what the naked eye might miss if it isn't paying close attention is that this leaf is real. The Real Leaf Cuff Bracelet from Nugaard Designs is made with a leaf from Brazil that's hand-dipped in 18K gold … Continue reading One Leaf, One Tree, One Mission
I was in a purely pleasure-seeking mood when my eyes fell upon these quirky waste cans from Umbra. I instantly fell for the modern graffiti-like graphics, not to mention the eco-friendly material. Designed by artist Joshua Davis in collaboration with Umbra product designer David Quan, the Artala Trash Can is made from degradable plastic. The … Continue reading A Waste Can You Can Trash (But You Won’t)
Listen closely, because this might get confusing. When you buy a pair, you give a pair, and today at EcoSalon you just might win a pair. Got that? I'll start again. We're giving away a TOMS gift card worth $50 toward the purchase of a pair of TOMS shoes.* Leave a comment to be entered. … Continue reading Win One Give One – the TOMS Vegan Shoe Giveaway
It's the perfect summer gathering for the stylish greenie in all of us - the clothing swap. Most of us have more stuff in our closets than we need (or want). A successful swap keeps our wardrobes simple, timely and up-to-date. It's a chance to gather with friends, put those great pieces you'll never wear … Continue reading How to: 10 Tips for a Successful Clothing Swap
We've all been there at one point or another, whether our travels have taken us far away for weeks or across town for a night. I'm referring to the moment when we open our luggage to find something gooey has spilled out from the contents of our toiletry or cosmetics bag. It doesn't matter how … Continue reading Happy Travels with the Feed Bag Cosmetic Kit
We try to showcase a range of furniture genres here at EcoSalon, offering an eco-shopping option as well as eye candy galore for all. And I'm usually pretty adept at pegging a style when I see one. The best way I know to describe the raw, natural and hand-crafted aesthetic of Moe Design Studio, is … Continue reading Moe Design Studio: Saving Trees Is Simply Elegant
Before you accuse me of being a tad too fond of a certain seat-like piece of furniture, let me explain. This chair isn't exactly that, and although it looks and acts like one, I swear"¦it's not really a chair. At least I wouldn't want to sit on it. Ouch. Tokujin Yoshioka, the designer of Venus … Continue reading Another Chair? No, Not Really…
It sounds like an oxymoron - Urban Hardwoods, as in city and trees, but it's actually right on target and accurately describes the Seattle-based company that salvages fallen trees and turns the wood into fabulous furniture. Not a newbie to the field of green, Urban Hardwoods has been rescuing wood in the Northwest close to … Continue reading If This Wood Could Tell Us Its Story, It Would
Poor little plates, unwanted, unloved and discarded. That is, until Daddy Warbucks, or rather Christopher Jagmin gets hold of them. Then the magic happens. Jagmin finds his "orphans" at estate and garage sales and flea markets. Any shape, size or pattern will do. A complete "makeover" follows that involves cleaning, polishing and the application of … Continue reading Little Orphan Trudy Recycled Plates
Before I proceed to all the drool-worthy jewels by Mollie Dash, can I just say, how great is her name? Mollie Dash. It's a little like "Nancy Drew" - maybe that's why I think it's so cool. Now that you've got way too much information on how I spent the majority of my youth, let's … Continue reading Mollie Dash: the Name, the Jewels, the Green!
Spring is here - the days are longer, warmer and suddenly there's sexy in the air. And slight panic, as women everywhere realize that in just three short months their derrieres will be bare by the pool and on the beach. Yes, it's bikini season, ladies, and while tightening and tanning is totally your business, … Continue reading The 9 Sexiest Bikinis of 2009
Like it or not, our planet is stuck with leftover plastic from years of oblivious consumption and waste. But rather than complain about the pile up, why not take the matter into your own hands? Richard Liddle, of UK-based Cohda Design, did just that. He found a way to use trash to create something new … Continue reading A Purpose for Plastic: the RD Legs Chair
Frank Gehry's cardboard Wiggle Chair is a favorite of mine (unfortunately it's not reclaimed or recycled - it was the 70s and 80s, of course), and there have been many attempts since to re-create something similar, but sustainably. I have yet to see such a strong resemblance as this. The bamboo Lounge and Dining Chairs … Continue reading Lounge for a Lifetime in Bamboo
I'm not a parent...yet, but I am an aunt and at times I can still act like a kid, which is why I know the importance of snack time. No one in their right mind should ever consider messing with snack time. A crucial part of any kid's day, not to mention a necessary distraction … Continue reading All in the Ball
During a particularly frustrating period of my life years ago, I was told by a mentor, "It is virtually impossible to be grateful for a lot until you can be grateful for a little." She went on to suggest I begin searching for the willingness to want what I have. At first I didn't get … Continue reading Grateful for a Little…Is a Lot
Lately I think I'm going through an earlier-than-mid-life slight case of feeling "lost". Not lost as in lacking hope, but rather the lost that sits low in your stomach and nags until you can't help but hear it whispering "Yes, do that thing you've been pondering. Do it now." This is how it happened that … Continue reading Find Your Eco in a Lost & Found Stool
Eco-fashion has come a long way. There are more styles and fabrics to choose from than even this fashionista has time to covet. But The Battalion's ultra cool and super sexy eco-conscious couture caught me by the bootstraps and hasn't let go. Maybe it's their sophisticated and stylish silhouettes or their use of sustainable and … Continue reading The Battalion’s Eco-Conscious Bohemian Couture
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