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Archive for December 2007

December 20th, 2007

Vintage Cigar Purse

I know it’s the holidays, and hopefully people are coming by here to check out presents for others (although there’s nothing wrong with a present or two for yourself :)).

This vintage cigar purse by Hip & Zen is a perfect present for an eco-minded someone with a quirky fashion sense. It’s made out of a […]

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December 19th, 2007

Green Winner for Project Runway Canada

Monday night was the two hour finale of Project Runway Canada. What an amazing show! The production quality was fantastic, Iman was fabulous as host, Brian Bailey shon as the designer’s mentor, and the winner, Biddell, is an eclectric designer with a vivacious personality that is sure to shake up the Canadian fashion world.

So why […]

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December 14th, 2007

Video: Challenges to Sustainable Fashion

Fora.tv has posted this fantastic video featuring a panel of experts discussing the challenges facing sustainable fashion.
Titled “Challenges and Solutions in Sustainable Fashion,” the short film features panelists Julie Gilhart, Scott Hahn, Helen Job and Marci Zaroff. Alice Demirjian is the moderator!
The film is two hours long and can only be watched on a […]

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December 14th, 2007

This Week’s Splendid Reads

From Splendicity - the destination for splendid style, come the splendid best post of the week.

BEAUTY
Shades Of U announces the Grand Prize Winner of its Holiday Look Contest.
Snarkstress wonders if “The Katie” will soon sweep the nation.
A Touch of Blusher brings you some exciting spring 2008 makeup collections.
Kyle at Face Candy tries out Senna Cosmetics.
makeup […]

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December 14th, 2007

Phillip Lim Goes Green!

Phillip Lim is one of my favorite designers. His clothes are clean and classy but have flair!
This is why I’m so excited he’s introduced organic pieces into his collection at Barney’s.

This pleated, empire waist dress is made out of 100% organic cotton. I love the criss-crossing back and bow detail. It can be yours […]

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December 14th, 2007

Recycled Billboard Accessories

These clutches, wallets and padfolios by Vy & Elle (get it?!) are made out of discarded billboard advertisements. The PVC vinyl lends itself nicely to the different colors and textures these pieces have, and it’s better to have in hand than in a landfill!
Because of their recycled content, each piece is completely original!

The clutch […]

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December 13th, 2007

Chevron Necktie

This necktie is gorgeous and will keep you warm. The luxurious mongolian cashmere can dress up any bland winter outfit. I love the playful stripes, and how the sophisticated colors take the classiness of it up a notch.
It also makes a great gift!

Handmade by a fair trade, sustainable co-operative in Mongolia, you can get it […]

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December 7th, 2007

Chic Link Love for December 7th

G Living looks at child labor and the high cost of cotton.
Style Will Save Us offers up some great gift suggestions.
Vegan Fashion Blog profiles Rinah Shah.
Victoria-E offers us her five best posts from November.
Still shopping? Eco-chick offers us even more gift suggestions!
Inhabitat shows us how to wrap gifts stylishly and sustainably.
Trehugger finally posted part two […]

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December 7th, 2007

This Week’s Splendid Reads

From around the Splendicity community, comes the best posts of the week.

BEAUTY
Beauty and Fashion Tech has Great Beauty Books for Holiday Gifts.
Viva Woman checks out what’s the correct sunblock dosage to get sufficient coverage.
Temptalia shares her beauty-themed Holiday Gift Guide for Your Very Best Friend!
Beauty Secrets Revealed is Running A Christmas Contest.
Ellen from Spa Beautifully […]

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December 5th, 2007

Smart Glass Jewelry By Kathleen Plate

Ecoist carries an entire line of recycled glass jewelry designed by Kathleen Plate. She makes her pieces using traditional stained glass methods and personally chooses the materials for each piece, making it completely unique and original.

My personal favorite in her collection are the glass hoop earring below! I love the green color. There are pictures […]

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