ECO-Friendly Fashion

Eco-friendly fashion is a term that we are hearing a lot lately. It is an ideal of creating fashion in a way that will protect the environment and our bodies from harmful processes and chemicals. I think this is one trend that is creating a new genre for fashion and accessories. The buzz words associated with these earth conscious efforts are organic, recycled, and ecological footprint. The definitions are below (taken from http://naturalhealthcare.ca):

organic: Produced with the use of feed or fertilizer of plant or animal origin without employment of chemically formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics, or pesticides.
recycled: Textiles that have been discarded by consumers, retailers or charitable organizations, which have undergone a discriminating process of sorting, grading and separation into waste-free products suitable for reuse.
ecological footprint: The calculation of the amount of natural resources required by an individual or group of individuals (plants, animals, nations) to sustain itself.

These ideas have been transforming the clothing industry. Eco-Friendly Fashion Shows are popping up everywhere showcasing the more style conscious designs. There are now plenty of options available for the green gal. Mass producing companies like Levi's, GAP, 7for all Mankind, American Apparel and more have introduced their eco-friendly lines. And celebrities such as Natalie Portman, Sheryl Crow, and Stella McCartney are coming out with eco-apparel lines as well. You can even find eco-friendly items at Target and Walmart. This is more than a mere trend and healthy for our planet and bodies too.

Our ECO List:
Tom's Shoes-each pair sold equals a pair donated to a child in need. available at planetshoes.com, endless.com (see ads)
Soul-Flower.com
GeckoTrader.com
Ecoist.com

BTC Elements.com-skater Lindsay Jo Holmes makes earring out of old skateboards
Ecoganik.com
clothing, also available at couturecandy.com (see ad)
Loyale.com-clothing and accessories for men, women, and children

PlanetShoes.com (see ad)
MooShoes.com
Ecochic.com

Website Focus: Molly's Clothing

Molly's Clothing is an excellent online resource for those looking for modest, trendy quality styles. This boutique offers layering tees, dresses and accessories. It's simplistic lines and ease of wear make this a great choice in looking for basics. This store is about encouraging modest and making it easy. While there isn't a large variety to choose from, I am sure Molly's is going to be bringing us great things. My top picks are this empire dress and the flirty drop waist dress.

Love the Shoes!

Jessica Simpson Women's Ta ll Wedge Fashion Sneaker

MICHAEL Michael Kors "Heidi" Wedge Sneaker

Tennies Women's Tanya Sneaker

What I am loving now has got to be the wedge sneaker. They are showing up everywhere with big names involved. This crossover style is versatile enough to be worn with a flirty dress, as well as with shorts and tees. Get this stylish shoe at most major retailers such as Nordstroms and Bloomingdales. Some of our favorite online stores such as Zappos.com and Amazon.com have them too.

.A.M.B. Golden

Steve Madden's Fix

Keds Retro Wedge

TOGETHER FOREVER21!

Forever21 is soooo hot right now! Even nine months pregnant, I'm ready to shop and buy! It is my number 1 motivation right now to get my body back so I can fit into these clothes.

Whether you see yourself as trendy, classic, rocker, or eco-chic, forever21 will have exactly what you're looking for.

Here are a few of my MODEST favorites!

1. A classic knit dress with a yummy twist ($25).

2. An eye-catching cotton skirt that looks fab even with a t-shirt ($23).

3. A waist defining blouse that makes going to work worth it ($23).

4. A versatile preppy sweater vest that works great for nearly any occasion ($21).

5. A chic short sleeve jacket that goes with anything and comes in 3 colors ($18).

6. These so-sexy heels will make any man drool, plus your friends will be jealous ($25).

7. These funky-fresh wedges will put a ready-for-runway edge on any outfit ($28).

8. What better to go with your new runway wedges than this pair of Beckham-esqe gloves? ($5)

9. A patent croc belt in 3 colors for every fashionable power woman ($9).

10. And you just gotta have the bag to go with it ($30).

These are my top ten, but don't be shy about choosing your own. There is so much more at forever21 right now that I could do 50 blogs and still need more to show all the amazingly chic and cheap items that they have right now. Happy shopping!