2006-2007
March 26th, 2010Sustainable Collective by Convoy
October 29, 2007
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| Convoy’s ‘Sustainable Collective’ line is created with broad elements of sustainability in mind and heart. Where do things come from? How is fabric grown? Where is it made? Where is “away” when something is thrown “away”? Convoy’s designers consider sustainability aspects of look, fabrics, color, packaging, labor, and community. Sustainable style at it’s best we say.
Convoy Apparel |
Twice Shy’s Fall Line
September 4, 2007
| Hold on to the last bits of summer with Twice Shy’s breezy Smock Top, made with 95% organic cotton and 5% lycra, for just a little stretch while you’re having fun in the sun. Available in four vibrant colors to match your style with the piece’s sustainability.
available at twice-shy.com |
Rockette Shirt
May 9, 2007
| Made from 100% Lyocell, a totally renewable, fiber-based cellulose jersey, the Rockette Shirt by BodyBag is a fun, playful top. Comfortable yet feminine, the light, flowing shirt will dress up your favorite pair of denim for a night on the town.
paper-doll.com via victoria-e.com |
Urban Forest Project
May 3, 2007
| Made from the banners that hung in Times Square last year as part of the Urban Forest Project, these bags are designed by Jack Spade, who has taken the banners from 185 of the world’s most distinguished designers and turned them into handbags. |
Wrap/Hoody
April 19, 2007
| In honor of Earth Day, green boutique Beklina will donate $5 from every Stewart + Brown garment (like this sumptuous wrap hoody) to their local green charities; browse around, because they’ve got some of their best sellers on sale this week.
available at beklina.com |
Bamboo Bomber
April 12, 2007
| Providing a new twist on an old classic, this bomber jacket by Sameunderneath is made from super- sustainable bamboo and lends a fresh, urban look to the timeless design.
available at greenwithglamour.com |
Doie Kimono Wrap
April 3, 2007
| Sexy, stylish and fun, this top from the new Spring 07 Harusame Collection is designed in drapey, eco-friendly bamboo jersey and silk trim, combining exotic style with supreme comfort. It’s available in two chic, Asian-inspired colorways.
doiedesigns.com via treehugger.com |
Slim Jean
March 22, 2007
| Whatever your style, a pair of white jeans make for a crisp canvas to express yourself. We love this sexy pair from organic denim guru Del Forte, perfect for tucking into boots or pulling over your shoes.
available at thegreenloop.com |
Triko Cowboy
March 19, 2007
| Using organic cotton, coconut shells and tagua, a material derived from the seeds of palm trees, Triko’s sweatshop-free apparel combines designer aesthetic with earth and people-friendly ideals to create true sustainable style. |
nico shirt
March 9, 2007
| The stylish, spring-like “Nico” shirt from People Tree is handwoven using Fair Trade-certified labor in stripes of pink and yellow, or green and violet. Its versatile, relaxed fit is punctuated with natural seashell buttons.
peopletree.co.uk |
Nau’s Roundhouse Dress
March 6, 2007
| This versatile dress from new outdoor apparel company Nau is made from recycled polyester and goes from bike commute to dinner cafe and everything in between, and the material deflects water and never stops breathing.
nau.com |
Twice Shy Shawl
March 1, 2007
| Dahlia is a lightweight knit scarf from Twice Shy; we love the funky pattern and range of colors (it’s also available in two shades of green and a smoky blue). Made of 95% cotton, the 5% lycra gives it just enough stretch. |
Dove Cashmere
February 26, 2007
| Deborah Lindquist’s recycled cashmere hat (available with a matching scarf) is a stylish, sustainable way to keep warm this winter; we love the subtle colors and organic shapes on the hat; if you hurry, you can get it on sale!
available at thegreenloop.com |
Old Street
February 21, 2007
| The Old Street shoe from Terra Plana utilizes recycled materials, a minimum of glues and as much locally-sourced and lightweight materials as possible to create casual, wearable shoes that are sustainable but don’t give it away with their sleek looks.
terra-plana.co.uk |
Use The Can
February 16, 2007
| The Green Army Clothing Co. is on a mission: promote responsible design. We think well on they’re on their way with a series of eye-catching, kinda kitschy t-shirts that promote eco-awareness without being preachy, like this simple design that suggests “use the can.”
cafepress.com/greenarmy via designspotter.com |
Pasture T
February 13, 2007
| Aimed at challenging traditional action sports industry apparel manufacturing, Planet Earth’s Green Label collection is constructed primarily of organic & sustainable fibers; we like this slim-fit 100% organic cotton tee.
planetearthgreenlabel.com |
Green Heart
February 8, 2007
| Composed of vintage German glass, silk and silver, this necklace gets its glass from the famed, but long-defunct German glassworks in the Sudetenland region of Bohemia. Since the beads were made in the 1920’s and 1930’s, they are quite rare and collectible.
availabe at beklina.com |
Gypsy & Loïc
February 5, 2007
| Fashion design duo Gypsy & Loïc creates casual menswear from organic cotton, hemp and bamboo. The San Francisco-based duo uses dyes that are non synthetic and environmentally safe, and all of their clothes are manufactured in the US and/or fair trade factories.
gypsyandloic.com |
Boll Organic
January 29, 2007
| A classy, high quality mens dress shirt, Boll Organic’s shirt is made from 100% organic cotton and yarns and is available in either a spread or button collar. A classic, functional versatile shirt that always looks good at work or play.
available at thegreenloop.com |
Peek a boo
January 23, 2007
| Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Enamore by Ayten Gasson introduces some chic, cheeky black hemp and silk lingerie trimmed with delicate pink lace. See these designs amongst many more in person at London Fashion Week’s ‘Esthetica’ from February 12-15th. |
Valentine’s Scarf
January 18, 2007
| Squares of the softest pink and red cashmere sweaters are cut and hand sewn together to create the perfect Valentine’s Day gift. The scarves are handmade from second-hand clothing, using no new resources at all (except the thread).
available from btcelements.com |
Recycled Scarf
January 11, 2007
| Perfect for cool winter days, Deborah Lindquist’s recycled cashmere scarf looks great dressed down in jeans or dressed up for cocktails, and you’d never guess it’s made from discarded scraps. It’s on sale for a limited time!
available at thegreenloop.com |
Twice Shy T
December 20, 2006
| We love the mod prints, hip colors and sustainable materials behind Twice Shy’s collection. This long sleeve t-shirt is made from 95% organic cotton (5% lycra) and is about as hip as casualwear gets. |
One Ton CO2
December 8, 2006
| Combining global warming awareness, regional carbon offset projects and apparel, the One Ton CO2 project offsets one ton of carbon dioxide for each shirt they sell; they simultaneously make great gifts and help inspire further action.
onetonco2.com |
Hoodie Dress
December 5, 2006
| Made of 80% bamboo and 20% cashmere, the sinfully soft Hoodie Dress from Spring and Clifton drapes effortlessly, and combines a sense of nostalgic quirkiness with a modern-day young sophistication.
springandclifton.com available at cocosshoppe.com |
Accessory Bag
November 30, 2006
| Made from 100% recycled material, these bags by Linda Yesline are fun, cute and functional; the strap has a hook closure that can hang from a belt for hands-free portability.
available at zanisa.com |
“Re-Wool”
November 20, 2006
| Funky and original, the “Re-Wool” Jacket is made from 75% recycled wool, features a front zipper, a bottom flap closure, as well as a groovy stand collar. Look good & be warm all winter long.
gracecello.com available at thegreenloop.com |
French Fries Biodiesel
November 15, 2006
| Reware’s t-shirts use an organic, low-toxicity process to craft their cheeky shirts about renewable energy. Fun without being preachy, the shirts are made sweatshop-free & organic, and contain no toxic chemicals.
available at 3rliving.com |
Eco Fleece
November 10, 2006
| Super plush and warm, this cute little number is made entirely from recycled soda bottles. The eco-fleece is designed for elegance and comfort, with a contoured fit, long belled sleeves, and a generous hood.
greatgreengoods.com available at sweetskins.com |
Vy & Elle
November 7, 2006
| “Il Postino” is a roomy messenger bag versatile enough for everyday use. Like all Vy & Elle bags, it’s made from old billboards; the top flap is secured with a recycled seat belt clasp, and the shoulder strap is seatbelt webbing.
vyandelle.com via thegreenloop.com |
CANO
November 2, 2006
| Like all of their shoes, the cute CANO by Terra Plana is made with a focus on sustainable products and processes, like using vegetable-tanned leather, recycled materials, minimal glue and designing for repairability.
terraplana.com |
Tassel Cashmere
October 30, 2006
| Add color & warmth to a favorite winter sweater with Stewart + Brown’s cashmere scarf. The hand-knitted Mongolian cashmere is hand crafted by herders and weavers who continue to practice their century’s old way of life.
available at beklina.com |
Mod Jute Tote
October 25, 2006
| This groovy little tote has such a fun pattern, you’d never guess it was sustainable; made from all-natural, biodegradable jute, it’s the perfect size for carrying your everday stuff.
available at zanisa.com |
Little Black Dress
October 20, 2006
| This sassy little wrap dress, made from organic cotton by Loyale, looks great over a long-sleeve tee and tall flat boots for a lunch date or as a “little black dress” with a string of pearls for a cocktail party.
available at thegreenloop.com |
SalvationSacks
October 17, 2006
| This one-of-a-kind creation is made from cast off mini-skirts, vintage recycled jewelry and other rescued materials that have been lovingly transformed into a fab, designer bag.
salvationsacks.com available at thegreenloop.com |
Bigger Shoe
October 12, 2006
| Made from recycled fireman’s pants, scrap leather from car seats and recycled rubber, Worn Again’s Bigger Shoe was created in collaboration with the Big Issue’s 15th birthday. A portion of the revenue from each sale will go directly to the worthy cause.
wornagain.co.uk available at terraplana.com |
Pink Ribbon T
October 9, 2006
| A contemporary take on the pink ribbon, this sleek t-shirt shows you that responsibility is always sexy. Also available in a long-sleeve, a portion of the sales goes to aid the fight against breast cancer.
available at pinkribbonshop.com |
Rub-A-Dub
October 4, 2006
| Made from recycled car tire rubber, the SECCO Rub-A-Dub bag’s sleek style and edgy design make both a fashion statement and sustainable statement.
available at finnishgifts.com viagreatgreengoods.com |
Fab 40’s Dress
September 29, 2006
| After showing at London Fashion Week for the first time, Enamore launched their online boutique to help bring their fab fashions to the world. This 40’s style dress is made from woven hemp and silk fabric with polka-dot piping details, and is handmade to order in the UK. |
Medina Hoodie
September 26, 2006
| Stylish and innovative, TRIKO creates streetwear with soul. Combining sustainable materials like organic cotton with social responsibility, including using sweatshop-free labor, the Medina hoodie is a great example of sustainability and style.
available at triko.net |
One Sleeve Wrap
September 21, 2006
| Made of Mongolian cashmere and hand crafted by herders and weavers who continue to practice their century’s old way of life, Stewart + Brown’s One Sleeve Wrap features picot edges and basket weave stitching and is wearable year round.
available at beklina.com |
Positive Energy T’s
September 18, 2006
| Help spread the word and take action with a t-shirt from Positive Energy. Made from 100% unbleached organic cotton, the shirt looks good, draws attention to pressing world issues (hot=global warming…get it?) and offers everyday solutions, all in a cute little package.
available at thegreenloop.com |
Bake Sale Designs
September 13, 2006
| Believing that the tastiest treats are handmade, Bake Sale Designs gives rescued materials new life with one-of-a-kind, unique goodies like this scarf. From curtains and dresses to bedsheets and shower curtains, any materials can be transformed into something new, useful and beautiful.
bakesaledesigns.com |
Vanessa Blouse
September 5, 2006
| Get ready for fall with this chic, feminine blouse from Mehera Shaw Clothing Boutique. Like everything they make, the blouse is produced with sustainable business practices and social conscience coupled with a sense of natural beauty.
meherashaw.com |
mod to modern
August 30, 2006
| The sweaters from mod to modern is lovingly re-styled from recycled fabrics, creating a groovy combination of color, texture and substance. Each thoughtful, passionate garment is built by hand, deconstructing the old to make something fresh, new and unique.
modtomodern.com |
Organic Cotton Cami
August 22, 2006
| Made from 100% organic cotton, the fabric is reactive dyed and treated to impart flawless color and incredible softness with minimal environmental impact. This cami from Stewart + Brown is whisper light with a great drape and easy fit; for a limited time, it’s on sale, so hurry!
available at cocosshoppe.com |
ecoKashmere by Jonano
August 17, 2006
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| Made from organic bamboo, this fun and flirty piece is perfect layered or solo for a sexy summer look. Softer than cotton, Jonano’s ecoKashmere has a texture similar to a blend of cashmere and silk, and is still safe for the washing machine.
jonano.com |
Loomstate Ethos Denim
August 14, 2006
| The Loomstate take on 501’s, the Ethos organic cotton jeans feature a straight leg & mid to low rise, with Loomstate’s signature “Nature Calls” on the zipper fly, polka dot pocket liners and simple back pocket detail. Hurry, they’re on sale now!
available at thegreenloop.com |
New Bags from Donkey
August 9, 2006
| Cut from the streets of NYC, Donkey’s new creations mix their one-of-a-kind billboard aesthetic with new styles and fresh colors to create unique, handy bags with an individual story and New York style.
donkeyny.com |
Autopilot Workstation
August 7, 2006
| Constructed with FSC-certified wood, the Autopilot Workstation by Material Furniture helps increase your productivity in style. Available in either Maple or Walnut finish, there are four fun laminate colors to give the desk a splash of personality.
available at re-modern.com |
Sameunderneath
August 4, 2006
| Bringing the world “street organic” with its collection of hip, edgy threads made from a blend of bamboo and cotton, Sameunderneath emphasizes environmental sustainability and social consciousness while embracing a cool groove and subtle but well-informed sense of style.
sameunderneath.com |
Ananas Bag
August 1, 2006
| This suave little bag is made from abaca, which is derived from a variety of the banana plant; while the banana is valued for its fruit, the abaca is cherished for the fibers that come from its stalk. These fibers are removed to make fabric, which is totally hand processed from fiber extraction to weaving.
available at cocosshoppe.com |
Turk + Taylor
July 27, 2006
| Dyed in organic inks and fabrics in the company’s 900 square-foot combination design studio / production facility / warehouse / Victorian apartment in San Francisco, Turk+Taylor’s t-shirts are hand-dyed and screened, allowing for attention to detail that sets these shirts apart. |
Beklina.com
July 24, 2006
| Made from 100% organic cotton, Stewart+Brown’s Pima Yoke Tank is a must-have to stay cool this summer. The fabric is reactive dyed and treated to impart flawless color and incredible softness with minimal environmental impact.
available at beklina.com |
Covet
July 19, 2006
| Featuring organic cotton, bamboo fibers and soy yarns, the latest collection from Covet is designed to be comfortable, distinctive, fashionable and socially aware. The Fall 2006 line embodies natural opposites like “strong” and “delicate” for a fun, unique look.
covetthis.com |
Terra Plana’s Aqua
July 14, 2006
| Inspired by yoga and surfing, Terra Plana’s Aqua has kevlar stitched into the footbed to insure superior comfort and long life. Waterbased adhesives and recycled foam footbeds make the shoe as eco-friendly as it is stylish.
terraplana.com |
Summer at American Apparel
July 11, 2006
| American Apparel has some great pieces to help keep you cool this summer. This “Muscle T” tank for girls has AA’s classic slim cut, simple but striking styling, and, best of all, sweatshop-free stitching in Los Angeles.
americanapparelstore.com |
Silk/Hemp Lingerie by Enamore
July 6, 2006
| A delightful new range of luxurious lingerie is all hand-made in England from hemp blended with silk/cotton and vintage prints through a collaboration between fashion label Enamore by Jenny McPherson and designer Ayten Gasson.
available at thenaturalstore.co.uk |
aGaiN Handbags
June 28, 2006
| Transforming rescued and repurposed materials (junk) into groovy stylish accessories for modern life (funk), aGaiN’s laptop bag is socially and environmentally conscious, made here in the USA, and a fun, funky way to show off your style.
againnyc.com |
Five Accessories
June 23, 2006
| Made in Bali from bamboo, Five Accessories bags are as sustainable as they are stylish: five dollars from each sale goes to a foundation for education in the village of Sayan, where the bags are made. |
Slingfings
June 20, 2006
| Proud to be Australia’s first climate neutral company, Slingfings clothing and bags are handmade from vintage and recycled fabrics. The whimsical, fun designs are perfect for summer; for more on Slingfings, check out our interview with founder Rachel Bending.
slingfings.com.au |
Ciel’s Sustainable Undies
June 15, 2006
| Super soft and snugly, beautiful, natural, kind next to your skin and kind to the environment, Ciel’s sassy lingerie is made from 100% organically grown in the US and Peru, long fibre cotton, using azo-free dyes.
available at thenaturalstore.co.uk |
Olive Sweater by Ciel
June 12, 2006
| Designed by a team led by Sarah Ratty, the latest collection from Ciel is designed from the inside out with a range of luxurious and hip styles, like this sweater, printed with 100% azo-free dyes.
ciel.ltd.uk available at thenaturalstore.co.uk |
Voltaic Daypack
June 7, 2006
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| Voltaic’s Messenger bag is padded for safe laptop storage, and the solar panels aren’t just for show. They’ll help charge your cell phone, PDA, iPod, digital camera or other gadget; the bag comes with 11 different adapters to hook your gadgets up to the power of the sun.
voltaicsystems.com |
Sworn Virgins
June 2, 2006
| An elegant, eco-friendly collection from Sworn Virgins has caught the eye of Teri Hatcher and Alicia Silverstone, among others. Made from organic cotton and stitched with care in the US, their sleek pieces can go from work to dinner to party and everything in between.
available from usastyle4u.co.uk |
Hug Fair Trade Jeans
May 30, 2006
| Britain’s first fair-trade, organic cotton jeans come from Hug, who use only long-fiber cotton to stitch their collection for him and her, including jeans and modern tops, plus new t-shirts for both adults and kids alike.
hug.trans-act.co.uk |
Earth Speaks Samovilla Jacket
May 24, 2006
| The versatile Samovilla Jacket, made from a hemp/wool blend by Earth Speaks Organic Fashion has sweet lines, and the collar can be overlaid in several fun different ways.
earthspeaks.com |
Loomstate’s Point of View
May 19, 2006
| Loomstate, designers of some of the hippest green jeans around, complement their organic denim with some groovy organic t-shirts. This Point of View tee weaves organic cotton with a retro feel that allows you to wear your ethics on your sleeve.
available at thegreenloop.com |
ZooZoo2 Organic Surfwear
May 16, 2006
| With summer almost here, the organic cotton apparel from ZooZoo2 is just in time to help you look fabulous and do good, whether it’s surfing, scuba or other outdoor summertime fun.
zoozoo2.com |
Bamboo Fabrics by Carilyn Vaile
May 10, 2006
| This new and fabulous fabric from Carilyn Vaile is made of a blend of bamboo fiber and spandex. It’s warm, soft, and cozy — you’ll never want to take it off!
carilynvaile.com available at vfashions.com |
Greenfibre’s Organic Undies
May 5, 2006
| Proving once again that organic can be sexy, the organic cotton camisole from Greenfibre helps make organic undies easy to find and easy to wear.
greenfibres.com |
The Hempest Button-Down
May 2, 2006
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| This sleek, stylish button-down is made from a 60/40 blend of hemp and silk, and is available in four colors from The Hempest, who’ve been selling sustainable style since 1995.
hempest.com |
Ecoist Handbags
April 27, 2006
| Made from recycled candy wrappers, food packages, and soft drink labels, these flashy, one-of-a-kind bags have been seen on the arms of Lindsey Lohan, Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton!
ecoist.com |
Loomstate Sure Shot Hoodie
April 24, 2006
| Now you can have a sumptuously soft hoodie in feel-good organic cotton to throw on over Loomstate’s ultra-cool jeans. Wide ribbed side panels add textural contrast while a large eagle screen looms on the back, giving it a stylized edge over your standard hoodie. Comes in both green and black.
available at eluxury.com |
Loomstate-Vans shoes
April 18, 2006
| Classic Vans styling meets sustainable Loomstate substance with these rockin’ shoes. Five varieties are available as either high-tops or slip-ons.
available at revolveclothing.com |
Hostess Dress by coolnotcruel
April 12, 2006
| This fabulous light weight crepe dress has feminine flare and classic styling to spare. Made from a hemp/silk/tencel blend, it’s best of all worlds: sustainability, style and comfort.
available at thegreenloop.com |
Fab Vintage from Coco’s Shoppe
April 9, 2006
| Hand made with choice vintage recycled scarves, there are no two of these tunics alike. Each bit of materials tells its own sustainable story, coming together for a rich history that’s only begun.
available at cocosshoppe.com |
Loyale’s Spring/Summer Line
April 4, 2006
| Loyale’s third collection features the understated sophistication, alluring fit and charming details and includes daywear for the first time: dresses, skirts and tops, all with organic cotton and surplus fabrics. |
Doie Designs’ Bamboo Collection
March 29, 2006
| Doie’s new eco-friendly bamboo collection, called Kyoto, uses a combination of black bamboo jersey and 100% silk trim to create each piece that maintains Asian-inspired clean lines while being versatile enough “for the bedroom to brunch.” |
Freedom Clothing Project
March 24, 2006
| As the first step towards realizing the wider aims of the Freedom Clothing Project, their first product is an ethical, organic, open-source t-shirt, made for everyone. An ethical, environmentally friendly, family-owned print shop in the UK to print each customizable t-shirt to order.
freedom-clothing.co.uk |
Oasis Clothing
March 21, 2006
| With a DIY attitude and a simple aesthetic, Hunter Gatherer makes repurposing and recycling clothing fun, easy and even sweatshop-free! |
EcoWool Hoody by UnDesigned
March 14, 2006
| The Robo Cardigan Hoody is a trim fitting, unique piece made from 80% EcoWool (recycled plastic soda bottles) and 20% wool that’s perfect for any day this season.
available at |
Hemp Converse All-Stars
March 10, 2006
| The classic, timeless, super-popular Converse Chuck Taylors are now available in hemp!
converse.com |
VeganMart Bags
March 7, 2006
| Cute, funky patterns adorn these vegan bags from Otsu that are hand-made, sweatshop-free and versatile enough to use every day.
available at |
Green Label Tees
March 6, 2006
| Green Label tees are stitched sweatshop-free right here in the US of A, are spun from 100% certified organic cotton, use a water-based dye process and are pure sustainable style.
available at tsdesigns.com |
Shirts of Bamboo
February 28, 2006
| This fab sweater (the color is appropriate, no?) is 70% bamboo, 30% wool and resembles luxurious cashmere to the touch. |
Donkey NY Bags
January 23, 2006
| Straight from NYC billboards, each bag by Donkey is one-of-a-kind and comes with a written history and pictures of where the billboard used to hang.
donkeyny.com |
Peace Scarf
January 9, 2006
| The Peace Scarf, made from 100% recycled cashmere, will add style and substance to any outfit.
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