Eco Chick Giveaway: Fair Fashion from Treetie
This scarf from Treetie could be yours. Treetie (pronounced like ‘treaty’) is a new online boutique offering eco friendly and fair trade women’s fashion apparel, accessories, and gifts. Its founder, Nichole Dunst, said the name of the company represents a treaty she’s forging between fashion and Mother Nature. Nichole and…
Heroines for the Planet: Sseko's Liz Bohannon Empowers Ugandan Women with Sandals
Liz Bohannon isn’t your typical 20-something. Just out of college, Liz fearlessly set off to Uganda to experience another side of the world. Once there, Liz realized she wanted to help the country overcome extreme poverty, social injustices and disease. A unique take on the sandal, Liz decided, would be…
Must-Have Summer Skirts and Clutches from Fair Fashion Boutique Sarafina
Bita in a Sarafina skirt. Bita Diomande grew up in developing countries around the world where she honed a keen fashion sense while witnessing stark economic disparities first hand. She created eco fashion boutique Sarafina as a way to channel her love of fashion, and promote fair wage jobs and safe…
Object Mythology: Handcrafted Artisan Jewelry and Accessories Bring Global Style Together in Your Wardrobe
“Every object tells a story and builds character over time, that is Object Mythology.” –Karen Chien, Founder Object Mythology Beautifully handcrafted, these pearl and cornelian drop earrings are set in 14k gold overlay. Handcrafted by Turkish artisans, this earrings were handpicked by Object Mythology during their last trip to The…
"They Have the Right to Live in Dignity": A Look at Cambodian Women Garment Workers (Video)
Beyond The Garment Factory’s Floor from savann.oeurm on Vimeo. Sometimes people think that covering and promoting eco fashion is frivolous. This is why it’s not.
Why We Love NYC’s Think Coffee
Recently, I conducted an intern search, and since Eco Chick is one of the many companies that works virtually, that means I had to find a place to meet with all the fantastic applicants. As I spend quite a bit of time in the Union Square area of NYC, I…
Anjolee Diamonds: An Eco Chick's Best Friend
Diamonds. They’re there for a girl when she needs them. As they sparkle back at you, you’re reminded of a time in your life, or a place, a person or cherished memory. But what’s even better than those feelings a diamond evokes, is the pride you have as you rock…
Madecasse Chocolate: Deliciously Ethical from Madagascar
I don’t really consider chocolate an indulgence- more like a part of my daily diet (I’m so not kidding about that!). And that means I eat a lot of chocolate; probably about a bar a week. And seeing that I enjoy it so much I def look for high quality,…
Emma Watson's Sustainable Style Collection for People Tree
The newest installment of Harry Potter (Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows: Part 1) came out this past weekend and the world could not wait to see their favorite actors battle with the evil wizards that aim to take down the good (for good!). If you are a fan of…
Food Tastes Better When It's Fair Trade Certified
You know how every now and then, you take a bite of something and it’s so insanely good, your eyes involuntarily roll back into your head? Moments like those are few and far between for most of us, especially because food that divine is often outrageously decadent or made with…
