eco fashion

Eco Fashion is an ecological approach to clothing that takes into account the environment and the health of consumers, and the working conditions of people in the fashion industry. It's a mix of sustainable, green,and ethical ideals presented in an aesthetically-minded way.

This fashion movement came about as a response to consumer interest in environmentally friendly products, and stems from the perceived environmental crisis.

Materials used in the creation of eco fashion include low impact and natural textiles such as organic cotton, silk, wool, hemp, linen, and sometimes bamboo. These materials are often certified as organic or sustainable by independent evaluators.

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Latest blogosphere posts tagged “eco fashion”

• be present’s “Renew Raglan Sleeve Tunic” Giveaway

  
  http://dkmommyspot.com — Authority: 467
  Find the dkM Giveaways here! I’ve tried all sorts of things made out of recycled materials. It’s always exciting to find out how different companies have come up with new uses for items that would otherwise add to our landfills.  I have been rather curious about clothing made out of recycled plastic, so when ...
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• Spread the word!

  
  Eco-Friendly Tips — Authority: 531
  When it comes to living Green everyone has their reasons for wanting to make the change, but for the more difficult to persuade like the younger people and unaware teenagers how about informing them of their favorite celebrities need to live Eco-Friendly, chances are someone your son or daughter loves is a proud ...
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• Fifth Annual Gorgeous & Green Eco-Fashion Show

  
  INHABITAT — Authority: 727
  This year marked Global Green’s 5th annual Gorgeous and Green  fundraiser and celebration in beautiful San Francisco. This star packed event promoted the organization’s numerous charitable green initiatives, and left the Bay area buzzing with an incredible eco-fashion show, a showcase of Sage Vaughn’s ...
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• Bllack by Noir’s Spring/Summer 2010 Collection: Visciously Lovely

  
  Eco-Chick — Authority: 456
  This jacket is perfectly now, reflecting the strong shoulder trend that has been going strong since Balenciaga reinvigorated it over a year ago (now Gucci, Margiela, and hordes of others have joined in). Bllack’s version is totally wearable and the longer hemline and single button are classics. Bllack by ...
  4 days ago

• Its all about hats!

  
  Eco-Friendly Tips — Authority: 531
  Winter has finally come knocking on our doors for many this means changing to warmer clothes and a higher amount to pay for heating bills, however for fashion lovers it means its time for hats! Now a hat is a simple thing, keeps you warm, makes you look stylish and most of all you can [...]
  5 days ago

• Go Green And Save Gold!

  
  LoveEarthAlways - Earth-Friendly Products — Authority: 115
  Image: glennfay36, flickr Recently Middlebury College was named one of the top green campuses in the U.S.. I am proud to say that my alma mater, the University of Vermont is also a rising star in environmental awareness and action. For one, the VSTEP Club is behind a campus ban on sales of bottled water. This ...
  5 days ago

• Find An Ipod Cover Made From Candy Wrappers, Rug From Plastic Bags, And More On Craftster!

  
  Planet Green — Authority: 627
  Five new Green projects from Craftster: An Ipod cover made From candy wrappers, rug from plastic bags, and more
  6 days ago

• Extreme Recycling: Clothes Made from Used Blow-Up Dolls

  
  EarthFirst.com — Authority: 128
  They’re ugly, plastic, offensive and… used . But secondhand blow-up dolls (yes, you read that right) are also waterproof and durable. So, designer Sander Reijgers decided they’d be the perfect material to upcycle into attention-getting windbreakers and track suits. From Ecouterre : “These dolls are so ...
  6 days ago

• The Uniform Project

  
  Eco-Friendly Tips — Authority: 531
  Sheena Matheiken is the woman behind The Uniform Project which was founded to help put children on India to school. Sheena grew up in a country where some kids aren’t as privileged to have basic education. And what she basically does is wear the same black dress for a year for two reasons: 1) [...]
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• Joolz

  
  Daydream Lily Blog — Authority: 130
  Airdrie Makim is an award winning Australian jewellery designer, having recently been selected to attend NY fashion week in 2010! She creates her handmade pieces under the label Joolz , with a studio and shop based in Melbourne. Each design is unique and made from recycled materials including vintage toys, ...
  1 week ago

• Neogreen Insulated Lunch Totes and Kozees

  
  The Chic Ecologist — Authority: 111
  I usually tote my lunch to work in a re-used paper bag, but by the end of the week that bag ends up looking pretty haggard. Thankfully the guys over at Neogreene heeded my call and sent me one of their new eco-friendly insulated lunch tote along with a waterbottle cozy.Many of you may remember [...]Related posts: ...
  1 week ago

• Eco Fashion Week Is Doomed To Be Vancouver’s 3rd Failure

  
  Vancouver Fashion + Style Blog | demiCouture — Authority: 441
  I feel like fashion event organizers in Vancouver want to fail.  I have come to this conclusion as the 3rd Fashion Week for Vancouver has been announced – Vancouver Eco Fashion Week . While the Eco Fashion Week has yet to finish its first show, I have no expectations other than chaos and continued displays of ...
  1 week ago

• What do you wear to keep the cold at bay?

  
  Green Living — Authority: 103
  As winter has fallen upon us, we wanted to hear your tips and tricks to staying warm and what you find yourself wearing (or doing) to keep yourself from creeping up that thermostat! Is it fuzzy slippers, scarfs or gloves? Or your old ugly sweaters and sweatshirts (that you get each year for Christmas)? Do you use ...
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• Celebrate the Season: Sustainable Style Sale & Soiree!

  
  Smart. Sustainable. Style. — Authority: 103
  We hope youll join Mountains of the Moon for Sustainable Style Sale and Soiree , a very special holiday shopping event and party on December 17th! Support local businesses and green your holiday gifts with incredible last minute deals and discounts on sustainable fashion, accessories, jewelry and shoes from some ...
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• Climate Change Fashion Challenge

  
  Style Eyes Fashion Blog — Authority: 120
  I love a challenge, especially a fashion challenge. When it is combined with something that I feel quite strongly about such as climate change then I am most happy to participate. I spotted the challenge on Hi Fashion . The challenge set by BSB is to turn off the heating on either Friday 11th or Saturday 12th ...
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• Five Best Clothing Swap Sites

  
  The Budget Ecoist — Authority: 117
  Aided by an ailing economy and a not-feeling-so-well-either environment, clothes swapping, or swishing, has become the rage of fashionistas everywhere. Last December, The Budget Fashionista gave us their list of the top online swap sites. Now the Budget Ecoist brings you a review the latest and greatest in current ...
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• Raw Earth Wild Sky @ BTC Elements

  
  Seed & Sew — Authority: 109
  Our favorite LA-based eco boutique BTC Elements is hosting a truly lovely collection of pieces from Raw Earth Wild Sky …and even better… a ton of them are on sale ! The whole line is made in the USA with organic fabrics using low impact dyes . We love the metal buttons and raw edges on the Earthy ...
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• Organic Cotton Loungewear Set plus Jacket

  
  Greener Choices for Stuff You Use Everyday! — Authority: 142
  Organic Cotton Loungewear Set plus Jacket for $18.50 (was $58) Use code EMSH20 Gaiam is offering 68% off and Free Shipping on this Organic Cotton Loungewear Set plus Jacket. Use code EMSH20 at checkout to get this offer. Coupon expires 12/07/09. Earth consciousness is never more personal than when it is ...
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• Link it! Green Chic - Runway To Retail is part of an eco chic web linking group for the best in eco-friendly fashion and beauty!

  
  Runway to Retail — Authority: 484
  Giveaway Alert! Factio Magazine is giving away Sienna Millers Katherine Kwei handbag and a Pop System 40 - Swivel Chair from IQMatics! Enter to win click here. The Fashionable Housewife shows us How To Wear Born Peri Boots Three Ways Fashion Pulse Daily discovers that there is a way to wear ...
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• Gifts that give pleasure and hope

  
  Deb's Style File — Authority: 122
  Why, oh why, do we teach underprivileged artisans around the world to make overpriced eco-friendly crap most of the time. I don’t need a patchwork pouch to take to the fair or a safari animal carved from bone. And I certainly…
  1 week ago

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