GET ON YOUR BOOTS
Our Top 10 Picks for the Long and Short of the Season’s Hottest Eco and Vegan Styles
By Bonny Osterhage
Sure, it may be the title of one of our favorite U2 songs, but it is also the mantra of fashionistas everywhere this fall. If there is room for only one new addition to your fall wardrobe, the boot is it. Whether it’s a high stylin’ over-the-knee version, a modest calf-length, or a hip little ankle bootie, boots have never been more versatile or more in-demand. Maybe it’s the current biker-chic trend, or maybe it’s the season’s nod to the punk era. Whatever it is, boots are smokin’ hot and these eco fashion and vegan versions are way cool. So go ahead — get on your boots!
SERIOUSLY?!
Picking Your Nose Just Got Easier
Now here’s something you don’t see everyday — the inside of your ears! That’s right, the GXL High End Endoscope lets you get up close and personal with all of the nooks and crannies that you have surely been missing by simply using the average Q-tip (or finger). A reusable ear spoon and sticky light guide grabs all kinds of dirt and muck, while you watch and expertly steer via an attached viewing scope. The website claims the tool can be used on “other parts of the body,” which sort of staggers the imagination. Seriously?! Unless you are an ENT or a proctologist, do you really need to view the insides of your own orifices? Not to mention that just the term, “reusable ear spoon,” nearly makes us lose our lunch! Finally, when you consider the more than $200 price tag — well, let’s just say that will buy a lot of Q-tips! $235 at www.japantrendshop.com.
SO HOT!
Two Collections to Love Like Sisters
Here’s a story about two sisters. They both love the great outdoors. One tends towards a classic, more traditional sense of style, while the other prefers an edgier look, and both are very serious about sustainability. They have also just rolled out their new fall collections. The sisters in question are sister companies, Horny Toad and Nau, and their styles complement each other beautifully, as sisters should. Between the two, you can put together one great fall wardrobe!
As always, Horny Toad is the go to place for casual clothes, like great tees, trousers, comfy dresses and jackets. In the fall collection, there are a couple of standout pieces for us. First is the sporty Helen hoody, a 100% wool sweater with long raglan sleeves, a roll hem and a great sleeve band, which gives just the right pop of contrast. Second is the Harlow jacket, made from 98% recycled polyester. We love the cross-dyed pattern of the fabric.
We also have a thing for the Nau Shroud of Purrin jacket. The name sounds a little mysterious, but there’s nothing mysterious about the great styling of this piece, made from 100% recycled and recyclable polyester. The cashmere and angora blend Flourish dress will keep you toasty, not to mention looking sophisticated and sexy.
We’d love to keep going because both collections rock, but sometimes it’s better to show you the way and let you fly on your own. www.hornytoad.com and www.nau.com.
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