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Here is a very interesting video interview with Karen Stewart and Howard Brown, of the sustainable clothing brand, Stewart + Brown. It’s a segment of the show “It’s Easy Being Green” hosted by the well-known green activist Renee Loux. It is sweet that their inspiration for their company came from the birth of their daughter, Hazel… Here is some background on Stewart and Brown from their website: In 2002 Karen Stewart and Howard Brown, partners in life and work, realized their destiny... Read Full Story
I love reading fashion magazines - the glossy feel & look of the pages, the glamorous pictures and advertisements, and most of all the clothes! Maybe it's because my absolute dream is to be a stylist/writer for a fashion magazine. I'm also a big fan of living a more environmentally sustainable life after taking some environmental science classes in high school and college. I think it's great that the fashion industry has been becoming more environmentally conscious with many "eco-fashion... Read Full Story
Your bra: No longer just a place to store money, handkerchiefs and other valuables. Soon, you will also be able to charge your iPod or cell phone while stashing it in your cleavage. This clever invention by lingerie maker Triumph International Japan Ltd., unveiled in Tokyo this month, comes with a detachable solar panel on the front, perfect for juicing up small gadgets. The company spokeswoman, admitted, though, that the Solar Energy Bra won't be hitting the shelves anytime soon, as... Read Full Story
“Del Forte Denim is designed for the eco-chic woman who is transforming the face of fashion. Made in the USA with 100 percent organic cotton, Del Forte’s premium denim apparel is part of a growing trend which interprets luxury as a combination of distinctive design and ethical production. The garments are sewn and finished in Los Angeles, a fashion-forward city that is a leader in anti-sweatshop legislation and enforcement, as well as being home to the most cutting-edge wash development... Read Full Story
Passenger Pigeon was started in 2005 by Heather Schibli and Wendy Traas. They have a small studio at 135 Tecumseth Street, where they design, sample, print and warehouse their items. All their clothing is constructed locally in downtown Toronto. The following is an excerpt of an interview with Heather Schibli by Tim from blogto.com about Passenger Pigeon, the state of eco-fashion in Toronto and her plans for the coming year....What is the concept behind Passenger Pigeon? We at... Read Full Story
