GET THE NEW SPRING BRIGHT ACCESSORIES LOOK...IN AN ECO KIND OF WAY!
There’s no question…brightly colored accessories are in, in, in for spring. From Gucci’s bright pink, patent leather, peep toe, spectator shoes to Fendi’s orange “pomegranate” Spy Bag, you’ll want to add these happy heavenly shoes and handbags (the eco alternatives, that is) into your wardrobe.
Here’s a few ways you can get the look and be good to the planet. On the left is the mainstream designer shoe or handbag and on the right is our pick for the eco alternative to get the same look.
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
"EVENTA" MARY JANE - $645
MIU MIU PINK CLUTCH
HOT OFF THE SPRING RUNWAY -
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"GREENERY" AT SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL
With so many celebrities involved in the eco conscious movement, it comes as no surprise that there was indeed a “green” lifestyle suite at the Sundance Film Festival last week. Called Project Greenhouse, the suite was sponsored by Lexus Hybrid Living and featured products and services for sustainable living. What was absent was the usual swag. Instead, it was a place for invitees to kick back, sample organic food and beverages and learn more about ways to live green. Who was spotted there? A very eco savvy Adrian Grenier, who is creating a new green television series, called “The Green Life,” hung out, along with Felicity Huffman and William H. Macy, Ed Begley, Jr. and singer John Legend, to name a few.
THE MULTI-TASK MASK
A famous frog once said it’s not easy being green. That may be true but thanks to Pangea Organics Facial Mask, your green skin care routine just got a whole lot easier. This amazing product may resemble green algae when you spread it on but it is actually made with Japanese Matcha Tea to soothe and energize, Açai for revitalizing and Goji Berry for anti-aging. All of the ingredients are chock-full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants which results in a product that detoxifies, deep cleans, exfoliates, tones, moisturizes and reduces wrinkles...all in one application. Unlike some other masks that make you wait until they harden before you rinse or peel them off, this product is a cinch to use. Simply spread it on your skin wait 10-30 minutes and rinse it away. Voila! You’re done! Your skin will look so radiant that your friends will go green too—with envy! www.pangeaorganics.com
HANDBAGS AS ART...LITERALLY! Have you ever wondered what happens to all of those promotional posters, pole banners and even billboards that you see all over the place once whatever it is they’re advertising is over? Okay…probably not…but since most of them are made from non-biodegradable materials, they typically wind up in a landfill. Thank goodness someone did wonder about all those discarded PVC art gems and has turned them into some of the cutest, vibrant and whimsical handbags and accessories we’ve seen. RetroActif handbags, all of which are limited editions, come in six different styles, including tote bags, hobos and messenger bags. Our personal favorites are the Salamina Open Tote and the Santorini Large Messenger bag with images from the Boca Raton Museum of Art, but there are always a lot of fun designs to choose from. Just don’t hesitate or the one you want may be might be gone, baby, gone! www.retroactif.net
SAKS OPENS A GREEN HOUSE
It was bound to happen. Barneys went “green” at the end of last year for the holidays and now Saks Fifth Avenue has just launched a “Green House.” Yes, this leader in the fashion retail industry has decided to dedicate a section of their website to promoting those designers who keep both people and the planet looking their best.
It’s actually quite cool when you think about it. Some eco friendly designers are now eco chic enough to land in trendy mainstream shopping venues. You’ll find clothing, accessories, beauty products and more from some of our favorite designers, including EDUN, Beau Soleil, Song, Loomstate and Alex and Ani. There is also a featured “must-have” item, a spotlight on a particular designer, and a section called “learn,” seemingly designed to educate about worthy causes. And, since this green house is online and therefore humidity free, you can browse without worrying that your hair will frizz. www.saksfifthavenue.com
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