Starre Vartan
Starre Vartan is founder and editor-in-chief of Eco-Chick.com and the author of the Eco-Chick Guide to Life. She's also a freelance science and environment writer who has published in National Geographic, CNN, Scientific American, Mental Floss, Pacific Standard, the NRDC, and many more. She lives on an island in Puget Sound with her partner and black cat. She was a geologist in her first career, and still picks up rocks wherever she goes.
Rootstalk Festival Generates Funds to Stop Oregon Wolf Killing
If there’s something that drives me totally crazy, it’s predator-killing. I believe that wolves, sharks, bears, mountain lions and other creatures that can eat us have the right to exist, even if they can be scary and maybe even devour our house cats (which is a huge bummer), or eat…
Lindsay E. Brown Named Eco Chick's New Managing Editor
I’m excited to announce that Lindsay E. Brown, the columnist behind the much-loved series “Heroines for the Planet” is Eco-Chick.com’s new Managing Editor. Lindsay is passionate about enhancing women’s lives in a way that involves caring for the planet and self, and so she’s the perfect addition to growing Eco…
Eco Chick Escapes To: The Souks of Marrakesh
Starre Vartan wandering Marrakesh. The most fun I’ve ever had shopping is in the souks in the old city of Marrakech. The souks have been a bargainers mecca for hundreds of years, and I imagine a Victorian version of myself being just as enchanted with the wares as I was…
Study NY's New Online Store is Filled with Pieces Perfect for Right Now
The long wrap coat is the definition of modern urban romantic. We here at Eco Chick have long been a fan of designer Tara St. James’ label StudyNY (check out her Autumn/Winter 2011 collection here). And now that Tara has launched a web store, picking up one of her amazing…
Shannon South Remade Bags: Clutches, Totes and Duffels Crafted from Preloved Leather
Shannon South’s Remade in the USA bags are bits of handmade gorgeousness. Crafted from upcycled leather jackets, each is uniquely beautiful in only the way handcrafted things can be. I’m a fan of the larger bags, but there are smaller purses and clutches too. And how pleased was I to…
Eco Chick Nominated for Shape Magazine's "Best Healthy Living Blogger" in the Best Blogger Awards
We at Eco Chick are proud to have been nominated for the “Best Healthy Living Blogger” award from SHAPE magazine. Will you help us win? If you love this site, please vote for us here (it’s just two clicks, and no registering!). Thanks!
Moving Darkly: Study NY Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection (Video)
STUDY NY AW 2011 from Alexandra Roxo on Vimeo. Love the postapocalyptic beauty of this video for Study NY’s latest collection.
Mission Savvy: An Eco Boutique Built on Passion for Animals and Sustainable Style (Video)
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…
BYO People Towel: Chic Japanese Style Hand Towel Saves Trees
Guest Post by: Imperfectly Green It might have started with the cult-like obsession with Anya Hindmarch’s “I’m Not A Plastic Bag” canvas tote spotted on Keira Knightly’s arm, but reusable shopping bags are not the only BYO (bring your own!) garbage-reducer out there. Along with aluminum and stainless steel water…
Edun’s Just-right Juxtaposing Jacket
If you’re only going to buy one new piece this autumn, might I suggest this deceptively simple black jacket from Edun? The bit of a puff in the shoulder means that the waist nips into an hourglass – even if you’re not one. I like the rough hewn edges of…
