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Gretchen Jones at NYFW: Geologically Inspired

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by Starre Vartan · 02/10/12

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Gretchen Jones never fails to impress – her design aesthetic moves beyond her clothes and into her always thought-provoking presentations.

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Obsidian Gown.

This season’s theme was deserts, geodes and crystals. With pieces named after minerals, and the floor designed with a hand-lain sand mandala, the impression was one of old earth, crystal lattice structures out of a geology textbook, and the infinite color and myriad glimmer imparted by the earth’s bedrock.

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And like real stones, some textures with complicated and rough, and others were smooth; all had a visual weight to them that remained in the mind’s eye long after the lights went up.

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Vintage Southwestern jewelry by Ruby+George in oversized shapes complemented the dresses, blouses and trousers, and soft, face-shadowing hats from Little Doe nodded at a vintage movie influence.
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Tags collection, eco fashion, F/W 2012, Fashion, fashion week, geology, green, Gretchen Jones, New York Fashion Week, NYFW, sustainable fabrics

Assembly New York’s First Women’s Collection: Sustainably Slouchy

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by Starre Vartan · 02/10/12

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I’m not a pants-lover; I find most of them to be terribly uncomfortable and not at all flattering on a woman’s body (pants work best on ladies who are more guy-shaped).

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White wool wide trouser, alpaca sweater.

But I had to take pause when I saw all the giant slouchy pants that were a part of Assembly New York‘s first women’s collection. I could wear those with a snug top and high heels….

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Unfinished edges lend this blouse a wistful energy.

I headed downtown to hit this show early in fashion week, and while materials used weren’t 100% sustainable, (it was a mix of organic hand-dyed denims, alpaca yarns, rayon gabardines, and herringbone tweeds), I’m guessing that the company is dipping its toes in and (hopefully) realizing how beautiful earth-friendly can be.

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Alpaca turtleneck with alpaca scarf.
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Tags alpaca, assembly new york, eco fashion, f/w collection, Natural Dyes, nyfw 2012, organic denim, women's

Simplicity at Its Best with Wintertime Nudes

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by Starre Vartan · 12/30/11

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The depths of winter always make me want to pare down and cozy up. We need to wear more layers, but as the bright colors and patterns of the holiday season are washed away, and a New Year is born, we look to cleanse, restructure, and repurpose. Dressing in neutral tones is an easy way to visually achieve the clarity and purpose of beginnings.

More than ever before, I want everything in my closet (and my life) to matter, to be truly useful, to function at its highest purpose. These nude pieces will layer beautifully now, and will pair wonderfully with whatever colors and patterns are coming in 2012. With classic shapes and beautiful, sustainable fabrics, each of these pieces will find years of wear.

Clockwise from bottom left: Camilla Norrback Renate Bag Norwegian Wood wheat earrings, Priti Nail polish in water soldier, Camilla Norrback Jonas cardigan, and Vivienne Westwood Anglomania pumps for Melissa Plastic Dreams, all available from Kaight Boutique.

Many thanks to Michelle Legro for showing me some serious Photoshop skills (and just generally being awesome).

Tags eco fashion, nudes, organic cotton, remnant wool, trends, Winter

Mission Savvy: An Eco Boutique Built on Passion for Animals and Sustainable Style (Video)

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by Starre Vartan · 10/12/11

What’s not to love? Mission Savvy is an eco boutique with a heart of gold. Check out the video below to hear about founder Jennifer Miller’s love of sustainable fashion and animals, and how she uses one to benefit the other.

Be sure to check out Mission Savvy’s Fall/Winter 2011 offerings from some of our favorite eco fashion designers, including Kelly Lane, Feral Childe, and Carrie Parry.

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Tags animal rights, animal welfare, boutique, eco fashion, mission savvy, Shopping, sustainable style

White Out: This Summer the It Color is One Light Hue!

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by Haley · 06/07/11

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The biggest trend this summer? White on white on more white! (The thrill of being able to button on my white jeans again!) We love it everywhere. Its never been a better time to exercise less is more. With just a pop of color, like the blue heel of a sky high wedge (below, a vegan version), an outfit goes from perfectly lovely to ultra chic.

No matter where you are this summer, be it a pool party, BBQ, or girls night out, save the black for winter. This season its all about the light and simple. From the cute sparkly jacket (below by socially-conscious Edun), to the slacks, and especially the dangly earrings (made from recycled metals and ethical stones), white is everywhere.

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white tie by hsherif featuring skinny pants

Edun double breasted blazer
170 GBP - net-a-porter.com

Organic by John Patrick skinny pants
$154 - lagarconne.com

Wedge sandals
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Monique Pean 18k jewelry
$14,210 - barneys.com

Tags eco fashion, Fashion, trends
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