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Selasa, 10 November 2009

Eco Fashion Finds Under $100


Mar y Sol Jujube
Made in Madagascar and Kenya / Raffia with wooden handles

This adorable bag is adorned with handmade rosettes and is available in three colour combinations (black/natural, espresso/natural or natural/black).

Purchase at
Mar y Sol - $89



Kelly Barry Hazel Gold Stripe Leggings
Made in California / 92% Hemp + 8% Jersey Spandex

A 'wow' pair of leggings always comes in handy any season and these hemp ones are guaranteed to impress thanks to their gold stitching detail on the outseams.
Purchase at BTC Elements - $66



Raw Earth & Wild Sky Quant Cardigan
Made in Los Angeles / Organic Cotton + Tagua Nut Buttons

Keep your layered look unique and stripey with this edgy, eco cardigan (available in three cool colour combos).

Purchase at
BTC Elements - $90



Mountains of the Moon Edie Dress/Tunic
Made in USA / Organic Cotton (photography by S. Karena Bouvier for Ame)

A classic, black dress that will carry you from day to evening effortlessly! Love the cute, white hem and the fact this can be worn as a dress or tunic.

Purchase at
Mountains of the Moon - $78



Skin & Threads Button Tee
Made in Australia / Organic Cotton

This sweet organic tee should be scooped up for its style, ethics and fabulous price.
Purchase at Beklina - $25



Stewart + Brown Long Sleeve Mini Trench
Made in USA / 90% Organic Cotton

This is one of those coats that you are guaranteed to live in and clearly many others think the same because it is one of Stewart + Brown's best-selling coats.
Purchase at
Stewart + Brown - $98 (was $273)





Stewart + Brown Mini Trench
Made in USA / Organic Cotton Blend

I do love a trench and when they come in an adorable cropped form, even better. Just as well this one comes in three colours and is majorly discounted!

Purchase at
Stewart + Brown - $58 (was $271)





Stewart + Brown Racer Back Jumper
Made in USA / Organic Cotton Blend

Another great trans-seasonal piece that is ideal for creating a lush, layered look. Available in graphite grey.

Purchase at Stewart + Brown - $38 (Was $199)

Jumat, 23 Oktober 2009

A Stripey Fashion Situation


Vintage Oversized 80s Tee
- Annabert (
Etsy) $20

A different and daring tee with clashing stripes and greyness to give it an edgy touch.




Vintage Batwing Striped Top
- Spun Sugar Vintage (
Etsy) $26

Achieve a stylish, striking look and still feel comfortable by wearing this dramatic knit top. The placement of the stripes and balance between the slouchy sleeves, loose neckline and fitted waist couldn't be better. Wear with organic jeans for the perfect weekend outfit!




Vintage Gray Striped 80s Blazer
- Cloud Nine Vintage (
Etsy) $33

This masculine style blazer would look best worn with feminine and flirty dresses or skirts. Bright, strong colours also look divine paired with subtle gray.




She Bible's Bandit Scarf - She Bible, $10 (was $36)
Longshore Scarf
- She Bible, $15 (Was $36)
Made in San Francisco / Organic cotton


Now that autumn is here and winter is around the corner, its time to enter scarves-ville. Opt for something a little more unique with the bandit style scarf with jailbird stripes or try the long, striped scarf that will liven up any outfit. Both scarves are available in black and white stripes or caramel stripes (also plain black or navy).




Vintage Cropped Bolero Jacket
- Cositas Serias Vintage (
Etsy) $15

This soft blue bolero is beyond sweet. Pop it over your cutest dresses or urbanise this vintage gem with jeans and a tank.




Vintage Gray Silver Striped Midriff Top
- Vintage Shouting (
Etsy) $26

Silver and gray go so well together and this stunning top proves it. There's no denying this top is a midriff but if you don't want to flaunt your abs to the world, why not try wearing this over a dress or with a high waist skirt? Just as cute but with welcome abdominal coverage.




Vintage 80s Lightweight Cobalt Blue Blazer
- Miscusi (
Etsy) $19

Rich blue hues make this blazer a real standout! This is the perfect piece for creating a great layered look with lashings of colour and quirkiness. Its under $20 too!




Frank and Faith Julie Skirt
-
Frank and Faith, £45
Made in Britain / Organic Cotton


This organic skirt would look wonderful under coats and jackets, with thick organic stockings this winter. Also available in plain black.




Green Giving Co. Kerchief
-
The Natural Store, £7
Handmade in East London 'by a women's education and enterprise project'


What a wonderful and stylish way to wrap gifts! This is not only a superb idea that looks fantastic but the kerchief is also reusable, ethically made and can cover all manner of presents. Available in other colours and patterns.




Kamis, 01 Oktober 2009

Get Red-y the Vintage Way


Vintage Heart and Butterfly Brooch
- The Pudding Store Vint (
Etsy) $11.50
This charming brooch will look beautiful pinned to any jacket, bag or hat.




Vintage 50s Pimento Red Party Dress
- Bleu Bird Vintage (
Etsy) $118
This little pimento dress is so elegant and classic. You'll only need to change your shoes to transition this dress from day to evening.




Vintage Red Apple Cookie Jar
- Retro Kitsch (
Etsy) $28
An apple a day or a cookie day? Tough decision but if you decide to opt for the cookies at least they will seem a little bit healthier when they are stored in this apple jar!




60s Asymmetrical Mod Red Jacket
- Ophelia Vintage (
Etsy) $59.95
Wow, what a statement jacket! From the black and gold buttons to the signature stripe, it has it all!




Vintage 1960s Mitzi Morgan Red Gown
- Yesterdays News (
Etsy) $70
The colour, cut and fabric of this dress all look divine but I would shorten the length to make it more contemporary.




Vintage Red Postbox Keyring - Rokit, £3
Carry a little bit of London with you wherever you go with this adorable keyring.




Preppy Bright Red and Gray Cardigan
- Vintage Shouting (
Etsy) $28
Now the weather is getting a bit cooler, a cute cardigan should always be within reach. The red and grey colour combo in this one makes it queen of the cardis!




1970s Red Belted Winter Coat - Rokit, £60
Enduring the chills of winter won't seem so hard when you can cloak yourself in this stylish and fabulous red coat.






Vintage Wooden Duck Umbrella
- Jess James Jake (
Etsy) $40
Red umbrellas always make grey, overcast and rainy days just that bit more prettier! And when you have a duck on the handle, you'll be guaranteed to make a few people chuckle!





Selasa, 29 September 2009

Chic Unique Vintage Finds


Zuni Inlay Vintage Ring
- Amazon Art (
Etsy) $100
If ever you desired a little piece of art on your jewellery, surely this ring will appeal. The colours and pattern make it the ultimate statement ring.




Bright Print 70s Mini Dress Tunic
- Spun Sugar Vintage (
Etsy) $32
The bright pinks and reds in this wild vintage dress make it look thoroughly modern. The long sleeves balance out the high hemline and no matter where you are heading, Glastonbury or Coachella, you will look chic unique!




Serena Mod Beaded Shirt Dress
- The Eves Like Us (
Etsy) $32
This vintage number is beyond biker cool! Okay, maybe not too many bikers are wearing black dresses with lovely rhinestone embellishments but if they did need to glam it up a bit, surely this dress would catch their eye!




Mod Half Circle Pencil Skirt
- Leolucaescobar (
Etsy) $31
This fun 60s style skirt would work wonderfully with either plain tops or bright splashes of colour from other items in your wardrobe!




Birds and Fish Knit Top
- Spun Sugar Vintage (
Etsy) $28
This vintage knit top was too adorable not to be included in today's round-up. Wear alone with jeans or opt for the layered look and where a long sleeved organic black top underneath.




Vintage 60s 'The Honeymooners' Driving Coat
- Nod to Mod Vintage (
Etsy) $48
I can't say no to quirky patterned coats such as this. I love the blue / grey and chocolate colour combination and length!




The Queens Vintage 70s Jeweled Pouch Bag Saks Fifth Ave
- Planet Claire Vintage (
Etsy) $68
I'm not sure about you but this sweet little bag looks extra-terrestial to me. Like a fancy UFO fashioned into a stylish and pretty bag!





Graduated Rectangles, Sarah Coventry Necklace
- Lola Vintage (
Etsy) $24
This striking necklace will look stunning worn loud and proud over tops and dresses or glimpsed beneath coats and jackets.





Kamis, 24 September 2009

Eight Stunning Pink Eco Finds


Bubblegum Lily Millicent Vintage Headband
-
Love Miss Daisy £40
Brides to be, wedding attendees or anyone wanting a pretty accessory for their hair will love this headband featuring a '1950s cluster earring'.




Habitude Dusty Rose Top
-
BTC Elements $138.60 (was $198)
Made in New York / 100% Peace Silk + Lace Trim


This delicious and delicate top will look pretty any season. Wear with little skirts or jeans during spring and summer or use it as a base for layering under cardigans and coats during winter. Perfect!




Ask, Believe, Receive Disc
-
Avasarah, from £30
Handmade in England / 100% recycled sterling silver


I've fallen for these new cosmic charm discs from Avasarah's EarthAngel Collection, particularly the one above. I love following the mantra of 'Ask, Believe, Receive' and this necklace would be a powerful reminder to keep you on track. There are other enchanting designs to choose from which can be personalised with your choice of gems and charms. Visit Avasarah for further details.




Izzy Lane Helen Shoes
-
The Natural Store £211.50
Hand made in London / Vegetarian materials


Peep toes, cute buckles, slingbacks, lipstick pink high heel shoes that aren't leather! All the crucial shoe criteria has been filled with this pair of Izzy Lane shoes. It's great to snare a pair of bright candy coloured heels as they make any day or evening outfit pop!




Vintage Bubblegum Pink Sweater
- Jess James Jake (
Etsy) $26

Achieve a ballerina look during your down time with this sweet sweater. The scoop neckline and soft pink fairy floss colour will look so pretty worn with jeans and ballet flats.



Kris Nations, Vintage Bead Necklace
-
BTC Elements $38
Made in San Francisco / Recycled Gold Fill and Vintage Glass Bead


Technically this vintage glass bead is purple but it looks like it could sit comfortably in today's pink family. You could easily wear this adorable necklace on a daily basis as it is both simple and interesting.




Vintage Cotton Candy Pink Belt
- Jess James Jake (
Etsy) $14

A small, teeny belt to help you achieve a small, teeny waistline. This pale pink belt looks great over singlets, dresses or cardigans (and it's faux leather too).




Vintage Pink Starlite Rotary Phone
- The Playpen (
Etsy) $98

Prettify and pinkify your boudoir with this fun vintage phone. It could be quite a cute item in the home or bedroom for a girl of any age!

Selasa, 04 Agustus 2009

Bows & Girls - Fun Eco Fashion Finds



1. Vintage Off White Bow Hat
The Vintage Closet (Etsy) $68

Hello, old fashioned glamour! This stunning and unique hat is beyond stylish and comes in a colour that would suit most skin tones.




2. Plunge Cocktail Dress
- Bahar Shahpar $144

Made in New York / Organic Cotton

This babydoll style dress looks ever so sublime with the prominent bow centre front. The soft, neutral colour (courtesy of low impact dyed gauze) balances the playful nature of the dress brilliantly.




3. Bridal Betty Eco Clutch
- ReJenerate (Etsy) $39

Made in Sydney from vintage fabrics

This is a luxe little eco clutch with a lovely pink floral lining. Perfect for fancy occasions or for any moments you just want to feel pretty!




4. Do-Ni Vegan Ballet Flats
- $135

Made in Portugal

I can't get enough of these divine vegan ballet flats, especially the sparkly silver pair. There are other colours to choose from, with or without medallion detail and remember that 100% of the profits from the sales are donated to participating non-profit organisations.




5. Vintage 60s Bow Pin
- BBB Designs (Etsy) $20

I like the idea of using unusual and pretty pins on your jacket lapels or hats, as it adds a bit more personality. This little silver bow is simple yet special.




6. Prep School Headband
- Rose Red Winter (Etsy), $15

Adorable alert! This bow-tastic headband has been made from a vintage bow tie attached to elastic. Also available in navy.





7. Vintage 60s Pink Dress

Planet Claire Vintage (Etsy) $85

I know, the bright pink almost made you miss the bow on this dress but it is there, all prim and proper as a belt. These neon bright colours are big right now but this vintage dress has longevity with ample style and femininity!




8. Upcycled Ruffle Skirt
- Round London £50

Made in London
I have featured this ra-ra ruffle skirt before (which also looks like an ode to bows) but it is pretty 80s fantastic, no?





9. Vegan Mohop Shoes
- from $136

Made in Chicago

Remember you can go bow crazy if you have a pair of Mohop shoes as they allow for interchangeable ribbon and fabric creativity!





10. Upcycled Fresh is the Word Frock

I Heart Fink (Etsy) $65

Who didn't love watching The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air back in the day? This recycled top emblazoned with Carlton Banks and his chic bow tie, will attract many smiles and 90s flashbacks for anyone who spots you wearing it.


Where to Find

1) Vintage Bow Hat - The Vintage Closet (Etsy) $68
2) Bahar Shahpar Plunge Cocktail Dress - BTC Elements $144
3) Bridal Betty Eco Clutch - ReJenerate (Etsy) $39
4) Do-Ni Vegan Ballet Flats - Do-Ni $135
5) Vintage 60s Bow Pin - BBB Designs (Etsy) $20
6) Prep School Headband - Rose Red Winter (Etsy) $15
7) Vintage Pink Dress - Planet Claire Vintage (Etsy) $85
8) Upcycled Ruffle Skirt - Round London £50
9) Vegan Mohop Shoes - Mohop, from $136
10) Upcycled Fresh Frock - I Heart Fink (Etsy) $65

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