Ecouterre » Vegan Fashion

7 Eco-Friendly (And Mostly Vegan!) Winter Boots to Conquer Snow, Slush

Jasmin Malik Chua — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 13:00:22 +0000

Read the rest of 7 Eco-Friendly (And Mostly Vegan!) Winter Boots to Conquer Snow, Slush

Lina Hanson’s Global Face Serum Uses All Natural, Organic Ingredients

Jasmin Malik Chua — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 22:00:27 +0000

If there’s one person we’d trust unreservedly with our punim, it’s Lina Hanson, green makeup artist to the stars and Ecouterre’s resident beauty guru. It’s not a question of nepotism, either. Her clientele, which includes actresses Morena Baccarin and Ellen Page, speaks for itself. (Have you seen the glows on those complexions?) So you can bet your sweet cheeks we were sold on her face serum even before she made the pitch. Crafted using organic, vegan, and fair-trade ingredients such as camellia, pumpkin seed, and baobab, her 100 percent natural oil targets dry skin, soothes redness and inflammation (even rosacea), and softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles—all without petrochemicals, parabens, or suspicious synthetics. Needless to say, nothing is tested on animals. Hanson, like the rest of us, likes to keep it clean.

+ Global Face Serum $85
+ Lina Hanson

PETA, Nail Couture L.A. Collaborate on Bunny-Patterned Nail Wraps

Jasmin Malik Chua — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 21:00:35 +0000

Give your fingertips a cruelty-free makeover with a set of easy-to-apply “nail skins” by Nail Couture L.A, designed exclusively for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. Featuring the group’s signature bunny motif in a whimsical black-and-gray houndstooth pattern, the limited-edition wraps eschew toxic chemicals like toluene, dibutyl phthalate, formaldehyde, and camphor. (Needless to say, nothing is tested on critters.) Each $16 kit includes two sheets of 22 stick’ems (good for three to four applications), a nail file, and step-by-step instructions. And if you hop to it, you can pre-order them before their official January 26 debut.

+ Bunny Nail Wrap $16 at PETA
+ Nail Couture L.A.

[Via Refinery 29]

Love is Mighty’s Eco-Chic Vegan Shoes Honor India’s Tribal Traditions

Amanda Coen — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 19:00:33 +0000

Read the rest of Love is Mighty’s Eco-Chic Vegan Shoes Honor India’s Tribal Traditions

18 Vegan Shoe Brands That Are Eco-Friendly and Ethical, to Boot

Jasmin Malik Chua — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 12:00:55 +0000

Read the rest of 18 Vegan Shoe Brands That Are Eco-Friendly and Ethical, to Boot

John Bartlett Thinks Cruelty-Free Fashion is Going to the Dogs (Literally!)

Yuka Yoneda — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 18:00:05 +0000

John Bartlett is a New York fashion designer with not one but two Council of Fashion Designers of America awards under his belt, along with such titles as Swarovski Best Newcomer and the American Apparel and Footwear Association Designer of the Year. Equally known for his love of animals and yen for classic American sportswear, Bartlett has worked alongside animal-rights organizations like the Humane Society of the United States and the North Shore Animal League to spread awareness about the welfare of our critter pals. We recently caught up with the designer to talk about the looks he showcased at the Healthy Food in Fashion fall gala, why he chose to embrace vegan fashion, and his new “Tiny Tim” collection, a series of comfy basics for men, women, and children that donates 10 percent of each sale to helping shelter dogs like Bartlett’s three-legged best friend (and the line’s namesake).

Read the rest of John Bartlett Thinks Cruelty-Free Fashion is Going to the Dogs (Literally!)

Russell Simmons Chats About “Argyleculture,” His New Cruelty-Free Brand, at “Healthy Food in Fashion” Gala

Yuka Yoneda — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 17:00:16 +0000

Most people know hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons as the founder of Def Jam Records, Phat Farm, and American Classics, but fewer realize that he’s also a practicing vegan of 13 years and an outspoken animal-rights activist. We chatted with Simmons at the “Healthy Food in Fashion” fall gala to learn more about Argyleculture, his new cruelty-free clothing line for Macy’s, why sustainable fashion makes good business sense, and what advice he’d give to anyone struggling with vegetarianism.

Read the rest of Russell Simmons Chats About “Argyleculture,” His New Cruelty-Free Brand, at “Healthy Food in Fashion” Gala

“Healthy Food in Fashion” Gala Raises Funds to Feed NYC Schoolchildren

Joshua Katcher — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:00:14 +0000

Read the rest of “Healthy Food in Fashion” Gala Raises Funds to Feed NYC Schoolchildren

VPL’s Victoria Bartlett Dishes on Cruelty-Free Fashion, Vegan Food at “Healthy Food in Fashion” Gala

Yuka Yoneda — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 17:00:44 +0000

Food and fashion joined forces at the NY Coalition for Healthy School Food’s “Healthy Food in Fashion” fall gala on Wednesday night, and Ecouterre was on the scene scoping out the hottest designs from the night’s vegan fashion show. We chatted with VPL designer Victoria Bartlett, who has been practicing and preaching cruelty-free fashion since the early days of her career. We also received the inside scoop on why animal products are verboten in her clothes, the significance of using human hair as accessories, and her favorite meat-free recipe.

Read the rest of VPL’s Victoria Bartlett Dishes on Cruelty-Free Fashion, Vegan Food at “Healthy Food in Fashion” Gala

Join Us Tonight for the “Healthy Food In Fashion” Gala to Benefit NYC’s Youth

Jasmin Malik Chua — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 12:00:22 +0000

Come out in style for a healthy cause on Wednesday, October 12, as the NY Coalition for Healthy School Food throws its annual “Healthy Food in Fashion” fall gala. Hosted by radio personality Robin Quivers, the event will feature vegan treats from 24 vendors, along with cruelty-free styles from the likes of Tommy Hilfiger, Heather Mills, VPL by Victoria Bartlett, John Bartlett, Novacas for Brave GentleMan, Thieves by Sonja den Elzen, Olsenhaus, Angelrox, Cri de Coeur, DLC Brooklyn, Vaute Couture, GUNAS, and Study NY by Tara St. James.

Read the rest of Join Us Tonight for the “Healthy Food In Fashion” Gala to Benefit NYC’s Youth

VPL’s Human-Hair Accessories Have No Need for Dead Animals

Kestrel Jenkins — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 20:00:07 +0000

Photos by Brennan Cavanaugh for Pinnacle

Hair today…gone tomorrow. That’s how we typically think of our own hair, right? It grows, it sheds, we cut it, and then it more or less becomes “waste.” To challenge that notion, VPL designer Victoria Bartlett whipped up a set of follicularly blessed accessories for the latest issue of Pinnacle, an anti-fur magazine founded by Discerning Brute blogger Joshua Katcher. This wasn’t Bartlett’s first foray with human hair, either. She’s previously designed a series of sweaters knit from human hair.

Read the rest of VPL’s Human-Hair Accessories Have No Need for Dead Animals

Puma Introduces “Re-Suede” Vegan Sneaker Made With Recycled Materials

Jasmin Malik Chua — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 12:00:11 +0000

For a shoe that was issued in 1968, Puma’s classic suede sneaker has aged remarkably well. That’s not to say it couldn’t benefit from a more contemporary veneer, of course. The “Re-Suede,” which debuted on Friday, is a retooled version that comprises 100 percent recycled materials and a new outsole derived from rice husks. Compared with virgin materials, the synthetic Ultrasuede upper is said to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions by 80 percent. The Double R Rice Rubber outsole, which substitutes a portion of the latex content with a rice-husk filler, also saves fossil-fuel energy in manufacturing and agricultural resources, according to Puma.

Read the rest of Puma Introduces “Re-Suede” Vegan Sneaker Made With Recycled Materials

7 Cruelty-Free Accessories From Compassion Couture’s Vegan Boutique

Jasmin Malik Chua — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 17:00:23 +0000

Read the rest of 7 Cruelty-Free Accessories From Compassion Couture’s Vegan Boutique

7 Eco-Friendly (and Vegan!) Alternatives to Animal Leather

Jasmin Malik Chua — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:00:45 +0000

Read the rest of 7 Eco-Friendly (and Vegan!) Alternatives to Animal Leather

Gucci Goes Leather-Free With Patent Rubber Men’s Moccasin

Mike Chino — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 21:00:43 +0000

Gucci may be known for luxe textiles and flashy cuts, but the Italian fashion house’s latest offering negotiates waterlogged sidewalks as well as it does the catwalk. The patent rubber moc, a modern update of the company’s classic bit loafer, eschews leather in favor of durable (and vegan!) rubber, making it the perfect shoe to pull on once summer flies the coop and the weather turns sour. It’s available now in a burnished midnight blue or a Wellie-esque hunter green—just what the weatherman ordered to go singing in the rain.

+ Moccasins Avec Mors €195
+ Gucci

[Via The Discerning Brute]

Brave GentleMan Offers Organic-Cotton Ties for the Discerning Vegan

Clifford Champion — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 22:24:23 +0000

For neckwear-lovers who want to cut the world’s sheep a much-needed break, Brave GentleMan’s new range of 100 percent vegan ties is is the boon you seek. Despite their speckled, tweedy texture, each neck- and bow tie is constructed from a blend of organic cotton and recycled hemp, then stiffened with interfacing derived from recycled plastic bottles—a manufacturing first for ties. All eight designs are crafted in New York City’s historic Garment District under fair-labor conditions, with options that include a 2.5-inch tie, a narrow bow tie, and a broad bow tie, depending on what style of “dappery” is most appropriate for the occasion. One thing’s for certain: You won’t be able to fend off admirers fast enough.

+ Ties $100
+ Brave GentleMan

Free People Launches Vegan Leather Collection for Animal Lovers

Kestrel Jenkins — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 21:00:22 +0000

Read the rest of Free People Launches Vegan Leather Collection for Animal Lovers

Go Leather-Free With Cliff’s Reversible Cork Belts

Brit Liggett — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:00:29 +0000

Going cruelty-free doesn’t have to be limiting. In fact, vegan alternatives can open up a whole universe of textures and possibilities Take Cliff’s cork belts, for instance. Lighter than leather and more interesting to look at, each handmade (and machine-washable!) belt distresses beautifully over time, just like the real thing. Cliff harvests the cork—don’t worry, it grows back—then laminates it onto fabric to create a sturdy yet supple cincher for your waist. Suffer from a split personality? Each belt is fully reversible.

+ Reversible Cork Belt $100
+ Cliff

7 Sizzling Vegan Sandals For Summer

Yuka Yoneda — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 16:00:00 +0000

Read the rest of 7 Sizzling Vegan Sandals For Summer

Collina Strada, KAIGHT Team Up on Biker-Chic Vegan Bags

Jasmin Malik Chua — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 12:00:07 +0000

Read the rest of Collina Strada, KAIGHT Team Up on Biker-Chic Vegan Bags

Blogger Joshua Katcher, Novacas Launch Vegan Men’s Shoes

Jasmin Malik Chua — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 17:00:47 +0000

With its rugged, slicked-back aesthetic and stoic self-assuredness, the Novacas for Brave GentleMan shoe collection underscores one indubitable fact: It’s never been manlier to be vegan. A collaboration between blogger Joshua Katcher of The Discerning Brute and the Portugal-based vegan footwear label, the faux-leather boots and oxfords are exclusive to Brave GentleMan, Katcher’s newly launched online store.

Read the rest of Blogger Joshua Katcher, Novacas Launch Vegan Men’s Shoes

Devo, Macbeth Collaborate on Vegan Shoes, Complete With Helmet Logo

Clifford Champion — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 20:00:30 +0000

Shoemaker Macbeth and 80′s throwback band Devo have joined forces to “whip” up one of the coolest vegan shoe lines of the summer. The launch of the eye-popping, animal-free footwear dovetails with the release of Devo’s comeback album, Something for Everybody; its new digital EP, “What We Do;” and the band’s upcoming North American tour. Available for pre-order, the unisex shoe consists of 3M’s reflective uppers and fluorescent outsoles. Devo-lutionaries will also receive a free, exclusive download of “Don’t Shoot (Polysics remix)” when they purchase from the DEVO store.

Read the rest of Devo, Macbeth Collaborate on Vegan Shoes, Complete With Helmet Logo

Paper No. 9′s Faux-Leather Accessories Are Made of Cardboard, Not Cows

Jenny Tranter — Wed, 18 May 2011 19:00:30 +0000

The Model Citizens show during New York Design Week unearthed another gem: Paper No.9, a Brooklyn company that designs stylish, cruelty-free bags and accessories. At first glance, its wares resemble well-worn shearling leather, but close inspection reveals their true origin: paper. By treating recycled shipping cardboard with natural oils, heat, and a good massage, then backing it with canvas for strength, the green-minded label has created a velvety-soft “fabric” that can be used to stylish effect. And the product just gets better with age. Body heat and movement gradually wear away the outer layers to reveal hidden artwork beneath. Paperlicious style.

+ Paper No. 9

Pansy Maiden Introduces Flirty Bags, Clutches Made From Vegan Suede

Yuka Yoneda — Tue, 10 May 2011 17:00:09 +0000

Don’t be fooled by Pansy Maiden’s delicate moniker. When it comes to standing up for animal rights, the handbag-maker is certainly no wilting wallflower. The Massachusetts-based company has launched a line of flirty, feminine clutches, totes, and purses made from 100 percent cruelty-free ultrasuede. Derived from 80 percent post-consumer recycled plastic bottles, the bags are so crisp and supple, you won’t miss real leather or suede for a second.

Read the rest of Pansy Maiden Introduces Flirty Bags, Clutches Made From Vegan Suede

Singer Katy Perry Launches “Candyfornia,” a Line of Edible (And Vegan!) Cupcake Bras

Jasmin Malik Chua — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:00:50 +0000

They don’t squirt five-foot streams of icing, but that won’t stop Katy Perry from unleashing her line of edible cupcake bras onto the world. Inspired by her “California Gurls” music video, which plunged the singer into a Candyland-esque world of fluffy cotton-candy clouds and bird-flipping Gummi bears, the “Candyfornia” collection is set to send blood-sugar levels skyrocketing in time for summer. (Be still our areolae!) If you can get past the caloric count, you can take at least some heart: The goodies are vegan, gluten-free, and organic.

Read the rest of Singer Katy Perry Launches “Candyfornia,” a Line of Edible (And Vegan!) Cupcake Bras