New Born Mom
When I first had the twins, it was a bit of a search to find organic and sustainably crafted products. For the most part, when it comes to clothing or toys, our first choice is always to use hand-me-downs or purchase used stuff from others. If it has to be…
Starbucks Eco-frustration
Full Disclosure: About once a week I go to Starbucks. I hide my head in shame (hey, I protested Starbucks putting locals out of business in the 90’s) and stand on line for a soy latte. I work and attend grad school in Manhattan, and Starbucks are everywhere AND they…
Green Goes to the Dogs
I already have an Earth Day outfit picked out for myself (vintage jacket, organic cotton 7’s, recycled jellies from Melissa), but what about my faithful hound dog? I adopted my gorgeous cocker spaniel from a local rescue group three years ago and he loves nothing more than a day outside.…
Toys R Us Goes Green-ish
This week Toys R Us announced that it is launching a new line of green toys to be released by Earth Day, April 22nd 2008. I tend to be skeptical when bigger companies like this try to hit a marketing sector they may have previously missed. The Forest Stewardship Council…
Mon Petit Oiseau
Organic Cotton Cassie Dress Organic cotton tank I have two much-beloved items from Mon Petit Oiseau; my only white dress (with adorable silver threading) and a short cardi, both of which have gorgeous, subtle detailing, which is what the line is known for. Neither of my pieces is ecofriendly, but…
The War on Bugs
For anyone else who digs on books that examine how PR shapes public perception, Will Allen’s new book, The War on Bugs is the latest in a genre that includes The Best War Ever and Toxic Sludge is Good for You. Instead of the now-tired observation that much of our…
Ultimate MidWinter Cocktail
Acai berries and wheat in their native habitats As much as I adore the four seasons, I am getting a little tired of grey skies and damp weather. Since I can’t take a Spring Break this year due to being totally overworked there’s nothing to do but chase the winter…
Sweet Pepita Clothing
Shannon Kline is the creator of Sweet Pepita Clothing. Using recycled fabrics from old, funky tee’s and 100% organic cotton, Sweet Pepita blends sustainability with hip, retro style. You can send Shannon a favorite old tee-shirt that you don’t want to get rid of and she will give it new…
Newly Reborn Organic Style Magazine: Now Exclusively Online
Although Organic Style shut down in October of 2005, I’m happy to note that the the magazine has just been reborn as an exclusively online mag published quarterly. For now, subscription is free and can be sent right to your inbox. “In Organic Style magazine, you’ll meet growers, artisans, environmentalists,…
Baby Bunch
Baby Bunch makes these too-cute new-parent’s gifts. They look like a bunch of flowers, but they are really organic cotton baby onesies, booties, hats and towels. Because they’re disguised as a bouquet, they can be given as is, rather than wrapped, saving resources at the same time!
