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How to thrift successfully
Coral Stars | August 31st 2008 by coral stars
Long time readers of the blog will be aware that I am a fan of “thrifting” or “bargain hunting”. I occasionally post my finds on the blog and have already discussed how I avoided the high street for a while, in favour of handm read more
At the Beach with Bambu
Extraordinique | August 21st 2008 by Viaspire
This weekend we are headed to the coast to enjoy the remaining days of summer. We typically pack an assortment of goodies to eat throughout the day. The last time we made the trip to Bodega Bay, we stopped off at our favorite Whole Foods Market to pi read more
Shop to Save (Because Saving $$$ is Good but Saving Lives is Best…
StyleScrybe Says | August 15th 2008 by Nafeesa
Bagging Rights... Whoever thought there'd be a day when we'd actually have to shop for shopping bags? Seriously, at one point it was simply paper or plastic. Now, there are store brand reusable bags, designer canvas totes with eco-gimmicks (that se read more
Future Fashion Is Sustainable Design
Green Design: Nature Repurposed | August 11th 2008 by S Blackstone
Eco-friendly has definitely gone eco-chic. Next month's runway show, Future Fashion, is a testament to the stylish potential of environmentally friendly fabrics and fashions.The fashion show, to be held again on September 7, is organized by the envir read more
Eco-Chic Weddings Part Two
Modern Living Hawaii | July 30th 2008
Here are some more great ideas to make your wedding a little greener:1. Place ceremony and reception information on a website such as Ewedding.com instead of using inserts in invitations.2. Play your iPod at your wedding. It’s like a portable DJ w read more
Eco-Chic Weddings
Modern Living Hawaii | July 29th 2008
Here are some eco-chic tips for creating a wedding day that is not only beautiful, but good for the earth too.Consider sending digital Save the Date cards from a site like Pingg.Print your invites with eco-friendly materials like bamboo from Smock, v read more
Green Rooms in a Box: Posh Dining Room for the Super-Spendy
Green Your Decor | July 25th 2008 by Jennae Petersen
Today’s Room: A modern, ultra-fabulous dining room for people with deep pockets. Tropical Mirror by Stray Dog Designs, white | $450 | Handmade by Haitian artisans of eco-friendly papier mache from recycled materials with low-VOC read more
Every Girls Needs a Fashion Ethic
Canvas & Clover | July 24th 2008 by Canvas & Clover
And, now is a great time to get a little Fashion Ethic while they are having their summer sale on favorite eco-chic lines, like Sublet, Edun & Spun. See the details below: Who: Fashion Ethic – a FANTASTIC online boutique specializing in Fashio read more
Classic, Modern Marvels: Lotus Bleu Vintage Furniture
Green Your Decor | July 24th 2008 by Jennae Petersen
My husband and I spent an afternoon earlier this week making our way through thrift stores trying to find hidden treasures: ie. ugly, outdated, or damaged furniture pieces that we could rehab and turn into something magnificent. The thing about that read more
Nature at its Prettiest: Botanica rug by Selina Rose
Green Your Decor | July 24th 2008 by Jennae Petersen
Have you ever stumbled across a designer’s work and instantly felt like they “got” you? I mean literally like they stepped inside your mind, took a look around, took notes, then created products that resonate with you like nothing read more
Eco-Friendly Diaper Bag With A Cause
Green Design: Nature Repurposed | July 23rd 2008 by S Blackstone
Who ever said that diaper bags have to be ugly or frumpy? Now there's an eco-friendly diaper bag that even dad will be happy to carry. Rickshaw Bagworks, creator of stylish messenger bags, has partnered with Seventh Generation and Healthy Child Healt read more
Green Rooms in a Box Series: Vintage Mod Dining Room Under $5000
Green Your Decor | July 23rd 2008 by Jennae Petersen
Today’s Room: A Vintage Mod dining room that isn’t afraid of color…or its own shadow. VivaTerra Flatware | $219 (set of 4) | Made of stainless steel by a company that promotes and practices eco-friendly, sustainable read more
Discarded by Nature: Coconut Pod Bowl
Green Your Decor | July 22nd 2008 by Jennae Petersen
I like coconuts. Seriously. When you grow up in the Caribbean, they become familiar and attractive, not to mention a delicious source of coconut jelly and water. I actually like their fuzzy shells and the way they look inside when you split them open read more
Dress Up Your Windows: Eco Chic Panels from smith + noble
Green Your Decor | July 22nd 2008 by Jennae Petersen
I like to think of the windows in my home as a gateway out into the world — a way for me to see what’s going on before I step outside. That said, I spend a lot of time looking at them. Through them, really, but I look at them often, too. Li read more
Green Rooms in a Box Series: Living Room Under $5000
Green Your Decor | July 16th 2008 by Jennae Petersen
Today’s room: A contemporary living room for under $5000 featuring grouped items to create a bigger impact in the room Monroe Chairs and Ottoman from Eco-Furniture.com | 2 piece chair and ottoman set, $455.70; Single chair $318.50; Made fro read more
Replace your Disposables: Boxwood Goods Bamboo Dinner Napkins
Green Your Decor | July 15th 2008 by Jennae Petersen
I honestly believe that seriously cutting back the use of disposables is one of the keys to greening your home. This includes everything from plates to flatware and paper towels. It’d be hard to get rid of toilet paper, but you can at least buy read more
Summertime Swing: TING Seatbelt Hammock
Green Your Decor | June 27th 2008 by Jennae Petersen
I think summer makes everyone a little giddy. At least it does for me. It’s not just that the weather is great for going outside and visiting the local community pool, although those definitely help. It’s knowing that I get to play dress read more
International Intrigue: Floral Mystery batik jewelry box
Green Your Decor | June 26th 2008 by Jennae Petersen
Lately, I’ve been crushing over a few specific types of decor doodads and themes: wallpaper, bird silhouettes, vintage pieces and Fair Trade and international items. It is probably fairly obvious based on the items I’ve written about over read more
Biodegradable Umbrella For Summer Showers
Green Design: Nature Repurposed | June 24th 2008 by S Blackstone
This summer, join the fashion-forward and the eco-friendly all at once. With a Brelli umbrella, you enter a whole new world of sustainability and style. And with our daily rainstorms this summer, the Brelli is the perfect green accessory.The Brelli i read more
Eco-Chic: Homemade Hair Cocktails
apresenta | June 20th 2008 by apresenta
Clean & Shine MaskRobert Hallowell's Honey Highball2 tablespoons vodka2 tablespoons honey1/2 ripe avocado1 egg yolkMash ingredients together in a glass bowl with a fork until creamy. Apply mixture to freshly shampooed towel dried hair and leave o read more
Delicious Then & Now: Dark to Light Mango Wood Vase
Green Your Decor | June 19th 2008 by Jennae Petersen
I had been eyeing this absolutely gorgeous mango wood vase for a long time. But being the eco-savvy decorator that I am, I had to do a little research to find out exactly why mango wood is sustainable. See the “Why It’s Green” area read more
Neutral & Natural: Laelia Pillow
Green Your Decor | June 18th 2008 by Jennae Petersen
It is rare to find anything white, or even light-colored, in my household. Such is life when you have children. This pillow, however, may be my little secret. I may put it somewhere out of reach or take it out on special occasions, because it is abso read more
Eco Fashionista: Conscious Jewelry
Urban Branches | June 12th 2008 by Lindsay
I walk into this store on Bleeker, in the West Village. I was on a quest for a dress and with half... read more
Eco-Responsible Art Prints to Benefit Environmental Causes
Artist McKenzie Charity Art Gallery Blog | June 8th 2008 by Steve M Rice
"...Eco-responsibly produced Art whose profits are donated to causes that benefit the environment. Wow. It is just a no-brainer." read more
Eco-Fashionista: Green Queen
Urban Branches | May 22nd 2008 by Lindsay
I remember my prom. Well, it’s more like I can’t escape the flashbacks, whenever I hear the word,... read more
Wooden Gems
O So Chic ! | May 15th 2008 by O So Chic !
Safari-chic, floral prints and eco-chic are currently some of the biggest trends. What better way to accessorize these trends than with natural, wooden gems. Wooden jewelry isn't limited to chunky, deep brown styles anymore. Their availability as acc read more
That New New for You You (Rogan Gregory for Target)
StyleScrybe Says | April 30th 2008 by Nafeesa
It's Me, Beaches!StyleScrybe's 'scapin to sunny Miami in a few weeks, so I've been scopin' out swimwear and stuff for my trip. Imagine my excitement when I find out about Target's newest GO International line by New York-based eco-chic designer, Rog read more
Eco-Fashionista: A Place to Stash you Green
Urban Branches | April 30th 2008 by Lindsay
The nature of fashion is: when something is in, something else is inevitably out. Seasons change,... read more
Eco-Chic: Dress, Eat, Play, Live Environmentally Friendly
O So Chic ! | April 30th 2008 by O So Chic !
Often when you hear the words "eco-friendly" a vision of hippies selling unflattering hemp clothing comes to mind. But you can be eco-friendly and be O So Chic ! Many new businesses are providing the same great services you love, while doing their read more
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