July 2010
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The SF Project: Sneak Peek!
The SF Project: Sneak Peek! FASHIONmeGREEN is at it again! We swept through San Francisco and gave the fashion tech and blogging entrepreneur Jennine Jacob an eco-fashion makeover using a slew of SF-based eco-designers.
This time we partnered with Juice Beauty and Eco Citizen to create our eco-shopping story and editorial spread. Of course, we could not have done it without the amazing talent...
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Not Just a Label Organic T-Shirt Collection.
Not Just A Label Organic T-Shirt Collection. More and more designers are embarking on the more sustainable and environmental way of producing fashion- and this three way collaboration with designers Patrick Mohr, Aoi Kotsuhiroi and Spon Diogo with Not Just A Label is no exception! Super styly tees produced on organic cotton with a limited edition design set from the above mentioned designers...
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The LBD: Long Black Dress.
The LBD: Long Black Dress. We all have a Little Black Dress hanging in our closets, but now is the time for a Long Black Dress… A more classic take on the maxi that is just right for beachside soirees or red carpet events. Get Ashlee Simpson-Wentz’s look from an eco-conscious line called Tristan & Trista.
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All Hail the Harem Pant.
All Hail the Harem Pant. Harem pants have ruled the streets in certain parts of the world like Grenada, Spain for quite some time- and now they are making themselves known across runways and the fashion capitals of the world! A slouchy summer staple that can be dressed up or down, they have fast become a season ‘must’. KnitWit introduces an ecologically friendly soybean cashmere...
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New Trend: Thigh Highs.
New Trend: Thigh Highs. Sheer thigh highs have been kept in the bedroom for far too long! Now is the time to put those intimate articles to use in updating your fall looks with a slightly sweet and sexy undertone. Pair them with an otherwise conservative outfit to create an edgy look that is balanced. Sock Dreams specializes in all things socks and has just the pair to accomplish this look with...
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Twinkle Toes: Glitter Slip-ons.
Twinkle Toes: Glitter Slip-ons. It is still hard to believe that the King of Pop is gone… Good thing we have some amazing glitter shoes that are the embodiment of Michael Jackson himself and may even lend a hand in a successful moonwalk! Alice & Olivia recently partnered up with Keds to offer a show stopping pair of sequin slip-ons, and you’re probably already one step ahead of...
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Knuckle Ring.
Knuckle Ring. We’ve been seeing statement knuckle rings that crossover horizontally and cover two or three finger at a a time, and now we are seeing the same exuberance with a vertical addition. Acting almost as a finger brace, the new knuckle ring makes a bold appearance akin to Egyptian royalty in 3000 BC. Using only repurposed metal, Alkemie offers a fine specimen to rock the return of...
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Bold, Beautiful Brows.
Bold, Beautiful Brows. Nothing makes a beauty statement quite like a strong brow. Gone are the days when tweezers ran wild and rid your face of any stray hair that might allow for a wider than pencil thin eyebrow! Instead, full eyebrows rule- and if you don’t have ‘em naturally… fake it! We love Diane Kruger’s subtly enhanced brows for the cover of this month’s...
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The SF Project Style Influencer- Jeninne Jacob.
The SF Project Style Influencer- Jeninne Jacob. The next eco-fashion makeover is set in San Francisco! For the SF Project we wanted to style profile someone as entrepreneurial as she is fashion savvy… we sought out Jennine Jacob. Jennine is the founder of the Independent Fashion Blogger forum and hosts an annual IFB Conference in New York during New York Fashion Week. We’re headed to...
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Newest Accessory: Printed Totes.
Newest Accessory: Printed Totes. Siena Miller sets the casual chic bar pretty high and accomplishes a laid back yet stylish look by sporting a printed tote. And why wouldn’t you want to shoulder your support for a bag that supplies one child with one year of food from the new FEED Guatemala campaign?! Feed your playful side and summertime beach hauling needs with a new tote that gives...
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Blades Natural Beauty from the NY Project.
Blades Natural Beauty from the NY Project. Many of you have requested the beauty beta from the NY Project shoot- so like any good eco-fashion and beauty resource FASHIONmeGREEN delivers the goods! We asked the NY Project natural makeup artist Jessa Blades to dish the details on the products she used as well as why she thinks being a ‘green beauty’ is so important.
Sick of...
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Trend Alert: Print Pants
Trend Alert: Print Pants. Leave it to Chloe Sevingy to inspire another new fashion trend- print pants. Maybe she is channeling some of her eclectic travel attire into a modern city savvy look… Either way, we love it! John Patrick Organic is all about the trend too, and has some flashy print pants on offer from his newest collection. Dare to be bold and lead the fashion pack in these...
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The double ring thing.
The double ring thing. Two finger rings are the newest jewelry trend to sweep over Hollywood and we can see their appeal! A little different, catching the eye and receiving some attention- it is no wonder celebs are sporting them. Ready to get your paws on one… snatch up a custom made one from Pretty Birdie. Their two finger ring is made of scrap wood from a local guitar shop, inlaid with...
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Shop the Shoot- Vintage Fashion: FASHIONmeGREEN +...
Shop the Shoot- Vintage Fashion: FASHIONmeGREEN + Market Publique. One of fashion’s greatest resources is the the fashion that is already in existence. FASHIONmeGREEN and Market Publique are bringing you all of the hottest vintage fashion circa 1970 to (ironically) update your wardrobe and revive a classic look.
Make sure to flip through the full look book below (opt for full screen...
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Eco-Chic: Eco-Cheap Fashion from Etsy.
Eco-Chic: Eco-Cheap Fashion from Etsy. Where can a girl find a pair of fashionable flat shoes for the summer… Um, well Etsy.com. Eco-friendly vegan shoe line Extraseed is an independent eco-fashion line listed on Etsy that caught our eye. Fabricated from scrap pieces of fabric for the upper part of the shoe and used car tire for the lower, these flats are the definition of functional...
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Forth of July Fingernails.
Forth of July Fingernails. Red nails never go out of style, but they do pick up steam during certain times of the year. The forth of July is one such time and opting for a ‘race car red’ is the best way to sport this classic trend with a modern twist. Keep the nails short and well manicured, and then apply two coats of butter LONDON in Pillar Box Red. All butter LONDON nail varnishes...
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LA Project Eco-City Guide
During our trip to LA for the eco-fashion makeover of LA-based fashion blogger, Lucrecia Chan of Fashion Is Poison, in the LA Project we sussed out the best places to stay, shop, eat and pamper- all within our eco-standards!
First up is the eco-luxury Hotel Palomar. Hotel Palomar Los Angeles is located in Los Angeles’ upscale Westwood neighborhood, adjacent to Beverly Hills at 10740...
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The NY Project: Shop the Shoot
The NY Project: Shop the Shoot Looks 3, 4 & 5. FASHIONmeGREEN brings all the eco-fashion pieces featured in our projects to your fingertips. Shop the Shoot for the NY Project and scoop up some of this season’s hottest trends with an eco backstory.
1. Marguarita Dress by Doucette Duvall.
2. Tilly Fringe Crossbody Bag by Cri de Coeur.
3. Platform Single Strap Quinn Sandal by Stella...
June 2010
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The NY Project: Shop the Shoot
The NY Project: Shop the Shoot Look 1 & 2. Eco-fashion shopping does not mandate a complicated matter filled with endless Goggle searches! Not with our Shop the Shoot section, that is! Fall in love with some of Eleanor’s looks from the NY Project…? We thought so. Here are the first two looks. Shop your hearts out!
1. Electric Koolaid Necklace by Lizzie Fortunato Jewels.
2. Suno...
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Feather Frills.
Feather Frills. Diane Vreeland said, “You gotta have style. It helps you get up in the morning.” We couldn’t agree more and signature style like the one-off feather earring makes a style statement that is as light and fun as the feathers themselves. Sport the Single Om Feather Earring from Alkemie Jewelry whose line is made from reclaimed jewelry. Style tip: wear your hair down...
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WatchWe’re traveling to the fashion capitals of the world, to choose style influencers and give them an eco-fashion makeover! Watch PR Director of Teen Vogue and Style.com’s Eleanor Banco as she undergoes a sustainable style makeover at the SoHo House in New York City.
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The NY Project: Eco-Fashion Makeover with Teen...
A leading fashion capital of the world, New York boasts a ‘wear anything’ attitude and is chalked full of style signatures! FASHIONmeGREEN sought out a true NYC style influncer, Teen Vogue and Style.com’s PR Director Eleanor Banco for the NY Project and eco-fashion makeover.
A self-proclaimed fashion lover, Eleanor’s style balances high fashion statements with an easy...
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Neon Nails.
Neon Nails. Bump up your summer tan with a high-watt neon yellow! As versatile as it is fun- neon yellow is anything but mellow. Get the look from non-toxic Priti in Devils Fig. Priti is a DBP-free nail varnish. Translation: DBP stands for dibutyl pthalate (DBP) and has been linked to birth defects and reproductive problems. Most nail polishes contain DBP.
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Jumping for Jellies!
Jumping for Jellies! The eighties are officially back! First it was neon, then the rompers, now we once again have jellies. With warm weather upon us, jellies offer another way to stay fashionably cool by using a different material in bright colors to go with the NERDs candy you just bought in a throwback moment!
Melissa’s Plastic Dream shoes offer the perfect pair with an assortment of...
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The NY Project- Sneak Peek!
The NY Project- Sneak Peek! Aside from the FMG Daily feed that gives you of-the-moment fashion trends and their green alternatives, FASHIONmeGREEN is building a global eco-fashion platform one eco-fashion makeover at a time.
Last week we shot the NY Project with our stunning style influencer Eleanor Banco, the PR Director of Style.com and Teen Vogue. Atop the roof at the SoHo House in New...
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Toms Shoes.
Toms Shoes. At this point Toms Shoes speak for themselves- you buy a pair and they give a pair to a child in need. It’s good stuff. Luckily, it is also stylish stuff. The perfect summer pair of slip-ons, Toms Shoes are becoming the chicest way to trot around town.
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Blackout Eyes!
Blackout Eyes! Nothing updates a look more quickly and effectively than a change in make-up. The Fall 2010 trends are going strong with a black rimmed eye that draws attention and keeps it! Get the look with a Jane Iredale eye liner made with natural pigments and conditioning oils. For a stand out make-up trick try lining both the inside and outside of your eyes with either black or a black and...
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Eco-Fabulous Flats.
Eco-Fabulous Flats. A fabulous pair of flats are every woman’s secret weapon. An easy way to look effortlessly chic and stay comfortably mobile- they are a summertime staple. Olsen Haus has become a household name in the shoe business- producing some of the most comfortable vegan shoes in current styles that compliment the market.
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High Waisted Shorts.
High Waisted Shorts. If you have been tirelessly sporting your high-waisted skirt this past winter and spring, it is time to transfer that high rising love to summer shorts. An instant fashion updater with a touch of old-fashioned class, high waisted shorts are staking their claim on the summer scene.
Doucette Duvall, a Manhattan-based line, uses dead stock fabric that would otherwise be thrown...
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Natural Sun Shield.
Natural Sun Shield. Tempting as it is to soak up some rays and get the bronzed goddess look- it is far better to protect your skin and tan gradually under the supervision of a natural sunblock. Burt’s Bees makes a chemical-free sunscreen perfect for face and body. Remember, you should be using a nickel size amount on your face and two shot glasses worth on your body.
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Summer Shoes: Clog Comeback.
Summer Shoes: Clog Comeback. Here we go again! Fashion is cycling through trends of fashions past, and picked up the clog trend from the 70’s. But before you pass judgement, give these classics a second chance- they are a great way to add a bit of height to summer outfits while maintaining a casual feel.
Swedish Hasbeens are no stranger to the clog, producing the same disco-loving high...
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Summer Staple: The Shirt Dress.
Summer Staple: The Shirt Dress. Nothing says effortless summer dressing like a loose-fitting shirt dress. Casual enough for running errands around town, but can be transformed by cinching in the waist with a knot-tied belt and some heels for the office. Made from 100% organic silk, H Fredriksson has just the dress to keep you cool while looking chic.
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Short Season: Daisy Dukes!
Short Season: Daisy Dukes! Word on the street is that denim shorts are the new skinny jean and are transitioning nicely from day to night with a pair of heels and a blazer. A strong summer trend, these puppies are likely to carry on in full force going into the fall with tights and boots. Pick up a pair from Re Collection for a fully recycled ‘real deal’ pair of repurposed...
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Endless Summer Essential: The Tie-Dye Dress.
Endless Summer Essential: The Tie-Dye Dress. Nothing spells summer like tie-dye and this summer, the hippy trend has had a fashion-fueled resurgence! Get the effortlessly chic and fresh look from Suno and support a fairtrade operation in Kenya. A worthy wardrobe essential that will keep you looking chic all summer long.
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SATC 2 Sustainable Style.
SATC 2 Sustainable Style. Hot summer days are heating up the summer street scene and the cast of Sex and the City was no exception! Capture Samantha Jones balanced sultry look with an organic bamboo and cotton blend dress from Jonano, vegan shoes from Cri de Coeur and handmade earrings from the human trafficking survivors in Vietnam. Traffic-stopping fashion never looked so good!
May 2010
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Racy Rompers
Racy Rompers. This is like a flashback, this is like a dream… from the 70’s. Racy little rompers are heating up the summer scene- just like they did 40 years ago! LA-based eco-designer Brigid Catiis is all about the rompers and playsuits- producing pieces from recycled, vintage or dead stock fabric that are perfect for a day at the beach or a night out. Whatever the occasion, one...
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Summer Gladiators
Summer Gladiators. Greece’s economy might be on the rocks, but their ancestral style influence is going strong! The gladiator sandal is taking fashion to new heights- quite literally! A perfect way to add masculine balance to summer dresses, scoop up a pair from Cri de Coeur- the super stylish vegan shoe line.
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Floral Frocks
Floral Frocks. A go-to staple in every fashionista’s closet, the floral dress can be worn all year round with the right accessories. Amana produces a sweet little number produced from 100% organic silk. Break out of the winter doldrums of black and grey and liven up your look with an eye-catching print!
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WatchWe’re traveling to the fashion capitals of the world, to choose style influencers and give them an eco-fashion makeover! Get behind the scenes footage from our photo shoot with Lucrecia Chan of Fashion Is Poison, and discover the hottest eco-fashion designers based in Los Angeles. And don’t forget to check out our Shop the Shoot post to find out what Lucrecia wore for her eco-fashion...
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The LA Project Eco-Fashion Makeover: Fashion Is...
We are globe trotting with a mission- to style profile relatable and very fashion forward style influencers using eco-designers from their very own cities to perform a sustainable style makeover. Lucrecia Chan, fashion blogger of Fashion Is Poison, fits the bill of a style influencer in every way possible. With an avid online following and fierce style that is coveted and likely replicated,...
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Shop the Shoot- The LA Project Eco-Fashion...
Shop the shoot of The LA Project: Fashion Is Poison, eco-fashion makeover with fashion blogger Lucrecia Chan of Fashion Is Poison! Get Lucrecia’s killer style from the top eco-fashion designers in Los Angeles. Head to toe, we’ve got you covered so go ahead and fashion yourself green!
1. Romper from Popomomo. Super hot, super relaxed- made from organic hemp and cotton.
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Sweet Signature: the Scarf
Sweet Signature: The Scarf. Nothing helps one transition from spring to summer like a mid-weight scarf. A perfect extra layer that fits nicely into your handbag and can provide a sweet pop of color to enliven any outfit.
Designer scarves have that little something extra that sets them apart and makes for a truly stunning addition to any wardrobe. Mulberry’s new ink-print bamboo scarf is...
April 2010
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Beauty Trend: Bronze Eyes
Beauty Trend: Bronze Eyes. Bronzer is no longer just about evening out skin tone and creating an alluring glow. Centering this enigmatic color around the eyes forms a halo that brings out any eye color and gives you a distinctive look.
Now it is easier than ever to try out this gorgeous glance with finger paints from Josie Maran. No brush required. Use your fingers to smudge in the beautiful...
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2010 Resort Wear: Jumpsuits Reign
2010 Resort Wear: Jumpsuits Reign. Nothing spells fun in the sun like a playful print jumpsuit! That’s precisely why so many designers included them in their Resort Collections this year… A throwback to the 50’s when women were effortlessly chic in beach cover-ups that embodied functional fashion.
Josh Podoll hasn’t missed a beat and offers a 100% organic cotton jumpsuit...
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Spring 2010 Trend: Tribal Watercolor
Spring 2010 Trend: Tribal Watercolor. We’ve got the gossip on a hot new trend for steamy nights! Tribal Watercolor is the newest print that is both electric and classic. Jessica Szohr stepped into the future when she paired a computerized print silk dress with an open-toe bootie heel.
Designer Julia Smith MIA (made in Africa) is no stranger to tribal prints and her new line for S/S 10...
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If the shoe fits...
If The Shoe Fits… Keep your feet firmly planted in shoes that are as comfortable as they are stylish. Jessica Biel pairs these ethnic print flats with jeans and casual layers for a California Cool look, and we are loving the print with print combo.
These slip-ons are the perfect way to set your style apart and support economically disadvantaged artisans along the way! Check out Osborn...
March 2010
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It's a plaid world out there.
It’s A Plaid World Out There. Plaid was everywhere on the runways for Fall 2010. Not just a hipster look anymore, plaid is transcending into a very wearable and eye-catching uniform. We love how Proenza Schouler gets a bit Alice in Wonderland inspired and keeps the dress cropped and paired with sheer thigh-highs. Layer on the boyfriend cardi and a great pair of wellies and you are...
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Oxford shoes for Ladies.
Oxford Shoes For Ladies. Women have been stealing their male counter parts’ sweaters, tees and jeans forever- now it is time to covet their shoes! Alexa Chung shows us how to sport oxfords in style. No longer meant just for the blokes or school children, oxfords are a fashion statement that brings a new take to a flat and comfy shoe about town.
Pair them with leggings or those boyfriend...
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Spring forward with a modern print skirt!
Spring Forward With A Modern Print Skirt! The high-waisted, slim- fitting printed skirt is where it is at this Spring! This modern cut flatters all body types and can be dressed up with a bit of silk and lace on top or toned down with a solid tank or graphic tee. Yep- it is pretty much the ‘must have’ piece to update your wardrobe and spring you into warm weather dressing.
Snatch up...