Crunchy Greenolas is my own personal review of new green stuff I’ve found- I’ve tried everything and these are the goods!
• Tees For Change — “Sustainable tee on a mission, ” this fun and inspiring t-shirt line is made from organic cotton and bamboo. Shirts are adorned with positive messages and affirmations such as “Today Matters” and “Live Mindfuly.” The bamboo tees are so soft you will not want to take them off. The organic shirts are made in the USA and sustainable bamboo tees are made in Turkey without pesticides and are 100% biodegradable. Tees for Change has partnered with American Forests’ Global Releaf to plant a tree for every shirt purchase. Tees are $32.00 for men and women and tanks for women are $28.00 and can be purchased both online and in retail stores.
• Greenici by Gramicci — Gramicci, the outdoor lifestyle apparel manufacturer based in California, has an environmentally friendly clothing line called Greenici. The sustainable products are made from hemp, certified organic cotton or recycled materials – or blends of each – and includes items for men and women such as polos, shorts, t-shirts, skirts and pants. The clothes are casual and fun. (See image on right of a Greenici short sleeve button down organic shirt.) Gramicci believes (and so should all of us) that we need to “Start Somewhere” meaning taking that first step to becoming more aware of our impact on the earth and another step towards making change. The Greenici line is the company’s step towards making a change in providing consumers with a choice for purchase sustainable clothing. Prices range from $22.50 to $80 and can be purchased on their website other online outlets including The Hempest and via retail locations.
• Oxygen Required — Oxygen Required is an eco-friendly lifestyle line for women. The collections boast pieces made from bamboo and cotton. Bamboo fibers contain an agent that keeps bacteria from cultivating resulting in odor free clothing. The fabric is thermal regulating – keeping you warm in winter and cool in summer. The fibers are porous in nature – bamboo absorbs, evaporates, and wicks away moisture. Derived from tropical grass grown on family owned farms, none of the fiber comes from forests, and the resulting material is biodegradable. Of equal importance, the clothes feel great and look great. To purchase check out their site for retail and online stores.
If you know of any Crunchy Greenolas that you would like me to review or just think are great, please let me know.
Don’t forget about Maggie’s Organics! They have been selling organic fibers for 16 years and use a fair labor model. Their socks, t-shirts, loungewear & other garments feel feel as good to buy as they do to wear!
07/11/08 » 8:52 am »
Mary, I love Maggie’s socks! They are so soft and comfortable.
The shirts are so cute. I love that “green” clothing is so fashionable these days.
Greenloop.com is having a serious sale this weekend by the way.
07/11/08 » 12:50 pm »
We at 3 Clothing love the range of organic clothing that are becoming more and more available. We only use organic cotton at this time, but we love what other companies are doing with bamboo and even soy.
07/11/08 » 7:00 pm »
hi,
im 15 nad i love “going green”
and i really want a bunch of eco friendly clothing!
but sadly alot these places are to expensive for me except for arizona jean company.they offer recycled jeans and shirts and i was just wondering if any one on here might know where i can get more of the eco friendly and wallet friendly fashions for teens.?
so if ya do please send me and email at princess31693@bellsouth.net
thanks!
07/12/08 » 1:10 pm »
Another great way to ‘go green’ with your wardrobe, is to RECYCLE! This is not a new concept here at Eco Chick, but always good to be reiterated. There is the Goodwill, Salvation Army, church giveaways, clothing swaps, etc! It isn’t going to be organic, at least most likely it won’t be, but at least you are not buying stuff at places that use pesticide-laden cotton, sweat-shops, and general corporate greed.
It is great to support these sustainable industries, but if you don’t have the $$$, finding used goods is a great alternative. If you are handy with a sewing machine, there are great things you can do to revive clothing, too!
07/14/08 » 6:45 am »
Hi, I also wanted to make the community aware of an affordable, global and funky eco conscious online boutique called Casa di Culture. Check them out at http://www.casadiculture.com!
07/14/08 » 10:01 am »
I’m so excited I came across new eco-friendly lines, but is there any eco fashion lines for men that are funky?
07/22/08 » 3:45 pm »
One way to stay green is to demand organic cotton clothing.
Most people would be shocked to see how many chemicals are used in the processing of the clothes that touch our skin.
Check out a cool line at http://www.peacefuldisorder.com
10/18/08 » 7:23 pm »