We show off a lot of ecoSkin fashion around EcoSalon because well, we like their style. And now they've captured the latest fashion forward off-the-shoulder trend with the Mercury Top. Somehow ecoSkin has found a flattering way to recreate this look from the flamboyant days of Flashdance. Frankly, I'm shocked. But even I might consider … Continue reading Go Eco and Off-the-Shoulder
Whether or not you're planning a flight to a faraway land (carbon credited, of course), the Voyager Shawl offers a dose of the exotic. I can't afford to "buy now" over at Travelocity, but I can at least imagine myself zipping along a charming coastal road on my Vespa - Positano, perhaps? - wrapped in … Continue reading Venture Anywhere with the Voyager Shawl
I'm not referring to my favorite pasta dish or sports car, but rather the fabulous modern kitchen designs of the Italian manufacturer, Valcucine. Founded in 1980, they've perfected the art of the sleek, clean and simple space where we cook. But what I find even more commendable is their effort to be green. For almost … Continue reading Hip, Slick and Eco Never Looked So…Molto Bene!
What's a girl to put on her fingers if diamonds or their counterparts are off-limits or out of her budget? All kinds of green options exist to glam our hands without gouging the environment or supporting civil warfare - from vintage to recycled to reused to repurposed. The jewels created by Los Angeles designer Amanda … Continue reading For Eye Candy and Finger Food, Call KYYOTE
A woman's purse is akin to a man's tie - add a new one to an old outfit and it's new once again. Well, almost. But the handbag does add a fresh dash of the different to any simple ensemble. I don't need a different handbag for every outfit, but having a handful of options … Continue reading Vintage Silk for Chic Green Style
It's true what they say: time flies while you're having fun. 2008 at EcoSalon was chock full of fun, from the top of our eco fashionista heads down to the bottom of our little greenie toes. This was a spectacular year for the art and business of green garb. Environmentally conscious fashion designers from all … Continue reading Eco Fashion Favorites of 2008
I know the month is December, the season is winter and the days and nights are pure brrrrrrr, but bear with me - I'm in the mood for spring. I could wait until after the holidays to spout my springtime cheer, but why? The rain just stopped and the sunshine is peeking through the hovering … Continue reading Whatever the Season, I’ll Be Wearing the Whitney Coat
Vintage and thrift store shopping isn't for everyone, but I'd recommend it to any one who speaks eco-chic fluently. You've heard my spiel on the topic of fashion seconds so I won't run you over with details, but suffice it to say I've found some fantastic designer pieces by stopping in a boutique on a … Continue reading It’s All About Vintage at ModCloth
It's adorable. I could end the post right here after stating the obvious - that this little gem of a purse is simply adorable. But I won't leave you hanging like that. Instead I'll tell you the eco-friendly Lola bag from Zaum is the perfect run-around-town purse. Zaum prides itself on unique handmade products that … Continue reading A Little Felt for the Little Lola
They're watching you - the advertisers and marketing gurus - keeping track of your every eco-purchase. And since the so-called green "trend" doesn't seem to be such a trend after all (see What's the Story), these marketing experts are watching more closely, and with green colored glasses. Who is this green fashion consumer and what … Continue reading What’s Your Type?
The party parade of 2008 seems to have a much mellower mood than recent years, most likely due to the trying times we're facing. My company "toned down" this year's soiree (a.k.a. spent less money), but fun was still had by all. Rather than get all dolled up in suits and fancy frocks, we wore … Continue reading A Party Dress for Any Party
The latest diffuser craze has everyone smelling up their spaces, but anyone with a sensitive snout best beware. There's nothing worse than being welcomed into a room by a thick wave of fragrance that fires up your nostrils and hurts your throat. That's why I love lemongrass. It's subtle, not too potent - just natural, … Continue reading Spread Some Lemongrass Love
We spout a lot of eco-hoopla about toxins and pollutants and recycling around EcoSalon, and my hope is that you've gotten the message, banned the plastic and bought an eco-bag instead. I hope you have decided to make the permanent switch from plastic to recycled and reusable. And yes, we've done a zillion posts on … Continue reading A Bag Habit Not to Break
I already know there's a reader out there who will find this post extravagant, excessive and possibly even outrageous. And if that reader is you, rest assured that I can hear you already. You're saying things like "don't waste our time. It's ridiculous to pay that for a dress or a coat, when the sky … Continue reading I Dare You to Read This Post About Alabama Chanin
I've never been good at sending holiday cards to friends and family. I enjoy keeping in touch throughout the year via e-mail and phone calls, but when it comes to spreading holiday cheer I fall tragically short. But this year could be different. I've come across a line of stationary that might just cure my … Continue reading Red (and Green) Aphrodite
It's early Sunday morning in late November and I don't want to leave the cuddly warmth of my down duvet. If I had special powers I would wiggle my nose and a handsome prince would appear with a cup of hot coffee and the New YorkTimes. But since my nose doesn't wiggle that way, I … Continue reading The Perfect Fall to Winter to Spring Cover Up
I'm not one to clutter my closet with the latest trends - my fashion focus is more about quality than quantity. But when I see a sexy tee the likes of which has graced the cover of one or two fashion mags, I don't shy away. Mostly because I wear my tees until they're torn … Continue reading Eco-Trendy Tees at Sublet
The current climate of corporate cutbacks and headcount hacking doesn't exactly send me spending, especially on frivolities like jewelry. But when the jewels are vintage and priced within any penny-pincher's budget, it doesn't hurt to look, does it? I hope not, because I couldn't help myself. The gems and trinkets at Eclectic Eccentricity (say that … Continue reading Handmade One of a Kind Finds for Less Than $25
It's not often that my design senses are stimulated. But there's something about Amy Adams' pottery at perch! that tickles my fancy. We first raved about her designs here and here, but there's more. Adams has a special skill when it comes to ceramics - her designs are modern, playful and charming. All perch! pieces … Continue reading A Lovely Little Perch!
Do you appreciate a good view when you see one? It could be of the beach at sunset or snow-covered trees in the mountains or a full moon in the desert sky. Anything. But do you actually see it, when you happen to see it as often as everyday? The young British designer Zoe Murphy … Continue reading The Seaside Views of Zoe Murphy
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