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14 Eco-Chic Back-to-School Looks for the Preppy at Heart

by Jill Fehrenbacher, 08/21/11
 
 

The crunch of leaves underfoot may have you pining for juice boxes, field trips, and sharpened pencils, but you don't have to matriculate to show your school spirit. We hit the books to uncover some of the season's hottest trends—brightly colored jeans, buttoned-up blouses, studious blazers, and wing-tip brogues, to name a few—that will gain you instant entree to the cool kids' table. Plus, for extra credit, they're entirely earth-friendly. Above, an organic-cotton plaid skirt by John Patrick Organic, on final sale at Gilt for $49 (originally $285).

 

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7 Ways to Green the Nautical Fashion Trend (Without Falling Overboard)

by Yuka Yoneda, 04/21/10
 
 

Ahoy, mateys! You don't need a yacht (or an eye patch) to set sail with this season's nautically notioned styles, which are so timeless, we swear you'll be pulling them out year after year. Check out seven of our favorite maritime-inspired duds that will put your style in cruise control. Above, sailing-inspired vegan loafers ($54) by TOMS Shoes.

 

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7 Ways to Green the Romantic Ruffles Fashion Trend

7 Ways to Green the Romantic Ruffles Fashion Trend

 
 

Whether they take the form of extravagant cascades or subtle frills, ruffles exude smoldering romance and unapologetic femininity. Is it any wonder then that flounce and flutter make a comeback each spring? We found 7 flirty, ruched styles for channeling your inner Lord Byron. Above, a beachy keen petal bathing suit ($165) by Samantha Pleet, made locally in New York City.

 

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14 Green Ways to Punch Up Your Wardrobe With Print and Color

14 Green Ways to Punch Up Your Wardrobe With Print and Color

 
 

Sure, April needs to shower before May begets its flowers, but if you're as weary as we are of the unrelenting rain, consider this our prescription for the sulky forecast. Click through our slideshow for a sustainable array of eye-popping prints and blistering colors that will banish even the foulest of foul-weather doldrums. Above left, a recycled-rayon blouse ($128) from Doucette Duvall summons picnics and grassy frolics.

 

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14 Ways to Green the Military Fashion Trend

14 Ways to Green the Military Fashion Trend

 
 

Ten-hut! Military-inspired togs are a perennial runway favorite, which makes this faux-combative trend not so much a trend as a wardrobe stalwart that throws a helluva punch. We've drafted 14 eco-friendly wearables that riff off the soldierly style—and not a camo print in sight, we promise. Above, handmade epaulettes by Binkaminka that will militarize (and spiff up) any existing coat or blazer ASAP.

 

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Where the Wild Things Are

Where the Wild Things Are

Who doesn’t love a Wild Thing? Urban Outfitters is wearing its love for the upcoming book-turned-movie on its chest (and legs), Opening Ceremony drafted an entire collection of clothes and accessories inspired by Max and company, and even the sneaker makers at Lakai have a pair of limited-edition kicks dedicated to the beloved children’s classic. We couldn’t resist putting our own spin on this sartorial meme. Let the wild rumpus start!

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6 Eco-Friendly, Nontoxic Lipsticks to Get You Runway-Ready

6 Eco-Friendly, Nontoxic Lipsticks to Get You Runway-Ready

Photo by Marc Jacobs

Between pale, barely there nudes (Alexander Wang, Donna Karan, Diane von Furstenberg) and opulent, theatrical kissers (Rodarte, Marc Jacobs, Jason Wu), runway lips left no middle ground at New York Fashion Week. We asked some of our favorite eco-beauty experts—including makeup artist Jessa Blades, Spirit Demerson of Spirit Beauty Lounge, Ann Francke of Beautorium, and Terri Bly of Nature of Beauty—how to play up our puckers without succumbing to offensive ingredients like parabens, petrochemicals, and lead. From understated neutrals to blistering scarlets, here are six of their best, lipsmacking bets.


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6 Eco-Friendly Bib Necklaces To Help You Make Fall’s Boldest Statement

6 Eco-Friendly Bib Necklaces To Help You Make Fall’s Boldest Statement

Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Despite its infantile moniker, the bib necklace is making grownups drool—in a good way. With its uncanny ability to add instant oomph to even the most ho-hum of ensembles, fall’s hottest accessory is a way to amp up the drama of your existing wardrobe without blowing a lot of cash. From polished brass chains to pearl-studded fabric blooms, we’ve rustled up six planet-conscious statement pieces, including one you can make yourself in minutes.


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Socks and Sandals by Mohop

Socks and Sandals by Mohop

Long banished as a faux pas that could have those daring enough to try it arrested by the fashion police, socks with sandals are now one of the hottest looks of the season! Why the change of heart? Well, with our not so sunny economy and fashion focusing (ironically) on moving away from fads and working with what we already own, looks that extend the lifecycles of our clothes make a lot of sense. Not to mention that once you try it, it looks really cute. Who better to show us how to green this inherently eco-conscious trend than the makers of the revolutionary Mohop sandal? Dubbed the ‘infinity sandal’, these wooden platform footbeds with sturdy rivets allow you to loop in any ribbon you want, turning these smart shoes into thousands of different pairs!


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