Fashion Conscious

Fashion-forward. Socially conscious. How to be FASHION CONSCIOUS.

Feel good, do good fashion never looked so good. Join me on an adventure into high style eco-fashion including designers to watch, best boutiques and more. For Him, Her, and Little Ones.

ReFASHION FOR ALL: LONDON ECO-CHIC HITS CATWALK

London, New York, Paris -- The official season of runway fashion has begun. Eco-chic is sure to make a fabulous splash. Even though most of us won't be sitting under the tents doesn't mean we have to miss the fun. Over the new few weeks Fabulously Green will cover some of fashion-for-all events that are worth catching if you want to see firsthand some of-the-moment, eco-friendly fashion.

REFASHIONED: FROM WASTE TO WEAR
When: Tuesday 15 February%u201A 19.00-21.00
Where: Dana Centre%u201A 165 Queen's Gate%u201A London SW7 5HD
How Much: Free

Five eco-edgy designers will spotlight their latest styles on the runway. If you're not geographically blessed to be there you will be able to catch the webcast live.

To see designer profiles, visit Fabulously Green.

STYLE WATCH: TRAID REMADE

The designers behind the British-label TRAID know how to transform last season's cast-offs into fashion-forward pieces. TRAID stands for Textile Recycling for Aid and International Development. Connecting fashion, recycling and social responsibility, TRAID raises money to fund international projects and promote recycling and waste reduction in the UK. Unwanted clothes that are donated are hand sorted or redesigned and reconstructed to make new recycled garments, and sold through our fashion forward charity shops. Their full cycle approach to style, sustainability and social responsibility make TRAID a stellar example of Fabulously Green fashion. I love the looks and the cause and lament the fact that I don't live in England!

STYLE WATCH: MILITARY CHIC

Designer: Grace + Cello

Military-inspired coats are back in style this season, and we found two jackets that capture the trend perfectly with earth-friendly benefit to boot. The re-wool jacket shown above designed by Grace & Cello uses recycled wool to create this clean-lined look. I love the versatility and the great little details. Available in three colors. Find a retailer near you. Also available online at Greenloop.

The Fab Factor: Made from 75% recycled wool and is sweatshop free. Made in Canada. Via Fabulously Green

STYLE WATCH: SLINKY SHOES

Designer: Charmone

Pretty party shoes for vegans? Oh yes. Just ask celebs like Natalie Portman who hearts Charmone. These sculptural beauties are vegan and PVC free. Who wants harmful chemicals on their tootsies? They use instead high-quality microfiber suedes, and water-based glues which tread lighter on the planet and are healthier for people.

Their shoes are crafted in Europe where they've incorporated recycled materials into their production process, and donate 5% of their profits to charities like Women for Women International, a charity that provides women survivors of war, civil strife and other conflicts with the tools and resources they need to move from poverty and crisis to stability and self-sufficiency.

A pair of Charmone runs around $300 and up per pair.

GREEN + GLAMOROUS

Must-see sites that cover of-the-moment trends in eco-fashion and beauty.

fabulously green: My style blog covering eco-modern trends in fashion and interior design.
fiftyRX3: A journal-style blog featuring sneak peeks from fashion-forward, eco-conscious designers, as well as inspired looks refashioned from her own wardrobe.
SASS Magazine: SASS (aka Style and Sustainability Seasonal) is hip quarterly online magazine dedicated to sustainable living and style.
Style Will Save Us: An e-zine too goodlooking for its own good, Style Will Save Us covers the hottest products and designers blending green and glam today. Based in the UK, SWSU has a sleek European bent.

WHAT TO WEAR

Remarkable and responsible fashion

Anna Cohen: Anna Cohen's line of self-proclaimed "Italian Street Couture" is clean, modern, elegant. Former designer for Max Mara, Patrizia Pepe, Guess and Binicocchi.
Edun: Join Bono on a quest to change the world one pair of jeans at a time. EDUN offers high-end, urban-style graphic tees and jeans for guys and gals. Created by Ali Hewson and Bono with New York clothing designer Rogan Gregory. EDUN grew out of a desire to shirt the focus away from aid in the developing world, particularly Africa, to trade.
e n a m o r e: Vintage modern style dresses, tops, and lingerie made from hemp and other eco-friendly materials. Their 40's inspired French style knickers will bring out your inner pinup girl. Made in the UK.
Passenger Pigeon: Modern, urban-artsy line of wrap dresses, skirts and tops handprinted and made in Canada. Organic, chemical-free, sweatshop-free and indie.
preloved: Fun, flirty, unique and extraordinary. Think anthropologie if their garments were designed using gorgeous vintage duds. Made and sold in Canada.
Undesigned | Carol Young: Minimalist urbanites will love Carol Young's sleek, structured separates. Think Banana Republic with an edge. Inspired in part from Carol's architectural background, her tops and pants put a twist on these beautifully made, minimalist black and white pieces. Made from luxurious bamboo and other sustainable materials.

SHOE CRAZED

Heavenly heels, sexy slingbacks, streetwise sneaks -- all sassy + sustainable.

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Beyond Skin [Gals]

Call it compassionate couture. Beyond Skin's handmade, vegetarian pumps, heels, flats and boots are a favorite of actress Sadie Frost.0 points

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Charmoné Shoes [Gals]

Red carpet-worthy heels without the eco-guilt. Vegan, cruelty-free designer shoes handcrafted in Italy. Prices start around $300 a pair. Natalie Portm...0 points

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MINK Shoes [Gals]

MINK Shoes is devoted to enriching the changing lives of today's women by providing cruelty free, fashionable footwear. Each shoe is handcrafted in It...0 points

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Mooshoes [Guys + Gals]

Retailer and e-tailer of stylish nonleather shoes, boots, sneakers, non-leather belts and accessories. Based in the Big Apple for geographically privi...0 points

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Simple Shoes [Guys + Gals]

Ok, their collection leans towards the granola side it's true, but style conscious fashionistas and hipsters can find fun loving, trendy styles in the...0 points

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Terra Plana [Guys + Gals]

Strappy sandals, sporty sneaks, and retro-inspired pumps are made from vegetable-tanned leathers, and recovered materials.0 points

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Vegetarian Shoes + Bags [Guys + Gals]

Don't let the "granola girl" name fool you. This online retailer offers a stylin' range of sandals, sneakers, and Ugg-style boots. Affordabl...0 points

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AlternativeOutfitters.com [Guys + Gals]

Fashion-conscious stylish vegan shoes, non-leather shoes, vegan belts, non-leather bags, wallets, accessories, and cruelty-free skin care, and cosmeti...0 points

VA-VA VINTAGE

Think Audrey Hepburn coats, Twiggy shift dresses, spy coats and more.

Coco Vintage [UK]: Lucky Brits out there can find all they need to look like a Hollywood A-lister at this vintage boutique. I'm sure if Audrey Hepburn were alive today she would bookmark this e-tailer.
Luxury Vintage: Designer-label vintage dresses, jewelry, handbags. Hermes scarves, Fendi handbags, Louis Vuitton, Gucci purses, Coach, Prada, Dior.
Maki Maki: Preloved hipster apparel. Shop by size or by type. Dresses, tunics, tops, boots, and shoes.
Mint Vint: Vintage finds from the 40's, 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s. Mod, hippie, boho, emo, indie, urban, babydoll, lolita, LBG, dresses, shirts, top, sweaters, skirts, boots, shoes, sandals, wedges, flats, and more.
Patchwork Princess: Great selection of vintage spy coats, military jackets, and secretary dresses.
Selongta Vintage: My favorite ebay vintage boutique. Great selection of urban hippie-style tops. Think anthropologie.

TOP SHOPS FOR THE FASHIONABLY CONSCIOUS

Beklina: Beklina carries California-casual style separates, dresses and accessories from top labels and indie designers.
BTC Elements - your lifestyle store for eco-friendly, fairly traded products: BTC Elements provides organic clothing, recycled accessories, home furnishings, and baby clothes that are earth friendly and fairly traded. The online eco fashion source for your green lifestyle.
Coco's Shoppe: Coco's offers a blend of sassy and classic fashion for women. Beauty products that are good for you and the earth as well. Higher end but check back often for sales are worth keeping your eye out.
Kaight NYC: Of-the-moment looks to be had at Kaight. You can shop online but the real great styles are hanging on the racks of Kaight's hip NYC boutique.

MUST-SEE FASHION

Inspirational films for anyone who thrives on fashion or design.

Rent it or buy it used for added green factor.

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Project Runway - The Complete Second Season

More fascinating challenges that push designers to their limits: creating a new look from clothes off your back, an ice skating outfit for Sasha Cohen, a gown for Iman, day-to-evening outfit for Banana Republic and more. Everyone I've turned on to the show, man or woman, gay or straight is hopelessly hooked. You've been warned.0 points

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Project Runway - The Complete First Season

My husband and I (both creatives) are hopelessly hooked on this show. Designers do everything from designing a Grammy gown, hip but functional uniforms for the U.S. Postal Service, a party dress from items found in the grocery store, and more. The grail: showing a collection at New York's Fashion Week. Highly addictive!0 points

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Unzipped

Isaac Mizrahi is just too fun to watch. This is a journey of how a a designer picks himself up to design collection after receiving scathing reviews the year before. His process is inspiring, and the cameos by Naomi Campbell, Sandra Bernhardt, Mark Morris, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista give you an inside scoop of what it's like to live in the fashion world.0 points

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Seamless

Documentary following the first batch of young designers competing for $200,000 start up prize by the Vogue Fashion Foundation. See the inspired Devil in Prada herself Anna Wintour interviewing and evaluating hopefuls in this behind-the-scenes journey of aspiring designers looking to be the next great fashion designer. Directed by Doug Keeve, of Unzipped fame.0 points

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The Devil Wears Prada

Based on the hilarious best-selling novel, this sinfully funny movie starring Academy Award(r) winner Meryl Streep* and Anne Hathaway is &quot;sensationally entertaining in every way&quot; (maxim). As assistant to impossibly demanding New York fashion magazine edit0 points