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HOT PICKS ORGANIC BASICS - $ I’m thrilled that I can pick up a cute organic t-shirt and shorts for no more than I would normally pay. I love the Levi Strauss Eco-line, made from 100% cotton. These shorts are awesome and many of their jeans are currently on sale! - www.levisstore.com
_______________________________________________________________________ GARDEN OF LIFE - $ You get what you pay for when it comes to supplements and a good multi-vitamin is top of my list.
_______________________________________________________________________ SIMPLY DIVINE BOTANICALS - $$ Pack Your Bags, They’re Gone! This is hands down, my favorite eye gel. It really makes a difference and if you ever wake up with slightly tired, puffy eyes – it’s near miraculous in springing them back to normal! I particularly like it in the summer months, as it’s very cooling. Barbara Rodgers, owner and founder of this excellent skin care company is a herbalist and healer whose definitely got it going on for us Gorgeously Green Girls - www.simplydivinebotanicals.com
_______________________________________________________________________ RAW EARTH WILD SKY - $$ I absolutely cannot live without the Banyan Fig Pants made by Raw Earth Wild Sky. It’s a casual pant but cut well enough, that you can stick on a pair of heels and a pretty blouse and you’re good to go for the evening. Made from 100% organic cotton, these pants are a must-have staple for your wardrobe. I love that the designers, Karen Kananen and Samantha Robinson, are full-on Gorgeously Green Girls - all their beautiful clothes are made in Los Angeles, by workers who are treated fairly. It’s fantastic to finally find a line of casual-wear that actually looks really sexy, so when you can’t be bothered to squeeze into something tight, but still want to strut your stuff, snatch up a pair of these pants.
_______________________________________________________________________ SODASHI - $ Sodashi is 100% natural—and this pertains to its ingredients as well as its packaging. The Balancing Face and Neck moisturizer is fabulous for your skin and fabulous for the environment. Don’t we just love products that put a smile on mother earth’s face and ours!!! _______________________________________________________________________ FAERIES DANCE - $$ It’s difficult to find the right swimsuit period. Never mind the process when you’re trying to be eco-conscious as well. Look no further ladies. The Amanda swimsuit from Faeries Dance is made with 90% organic cotton and swimmingly stylish. Comes in black and white.
_______________________________________________________________________ SEA GLASS ORGANIC - $ Measuring a generous 30 by 60”, these beach towels that you lay on the earth are of the earth. Made out of organic cotton and bamboo, be gorgeously green this summer at the beach. Colors are sea foam and coral. - www.seaglassorganic.com
_______________________________________________________________________ BUTTERFLY MAMA - $ With the use of green, fair trade and animal-friendly products, Butterfly Mama is certainly on the right track. Throw on these comfortable lightweight cotton skirts when summer starts to make its presence felt. A number of prints make for some flavorful outfits without denting your wallets. - www.butterflymama.com
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The Crystal Long Trio Necklace is an excellent summer accessory. Three tiers of green beads will spice up your casual daywear or more fancy eveningwear. Made with 100% cornstarch based resin, this necklace allows for maximum versatility. - www.EverybodyGreen.com
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All of these products are made out of 100% organic cotton and come with a message that inspires others to jump on the green bandwagon. Walk around the beach this summer with a sturdy, adorable bag and become an advocate for a movement that everyone should be a part of. - www.ImOrganic.com
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Head to the beach this summer with an eco-certified and Fair Trade certified volleyball. Be light on your feet as well as your conscience. What a concept!. - www.FairTradeSports.com
_______________________________________________________________________ LAVERA - $$
What you put on your skin is absorbed into your body. How nice is it than to know that you will be using 100% natural cosmetics when dealing with Lavera. It is also specially formulated for those with allergies and sensitive skin. Protect yourself and your beautiful face this summer with their Anti-Aging Sun Screen. - www.Lavera.com
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I just met the most inspiring Gorgeously Green Girl: Margaret - creator and owner of Salvation Sacks. If you are lucky enough to get your mitts on a Salvation Sack, you will be the proud owner of a one-of-a-kind purse, created from stunning vintage fabrics and leather. Margaret combines social consciousness with a passion for all things from the past. Her purses are a summer must-have and they are reasonably priced too. If you see one you like on her website, grab it quickly, as you will never see that exact purse again.
_______________________________________________________________________ STEWART BROWN - $$
These are easy-to-wear, easy-to-find pieces that are fabulous wardrobe basics. Karen Stuart and Howard Brown, partners in life and work, started this company with a passion to apply the wisdom of sustainability to everything they do, while inspiring others to do the same. _______________________________________________________________________ JOSIE MARAN COSMETICS - $$ I am absolutely thrilled to have found this new, non-toxic brand of makeup: Josie Maran has spent most of her life modeling and for years, was Maybelline’s cover girl. She is really committed to helping the environment, and has worked closely with The Campaign For Safe Cosmetics, to create this wonderfully luxurious makeup line.
BAHAR SHAHPAR - $$$
I love this NYC designer who places a great emphasis on using only sustainable fabrics. I featured her on the eco-fashion show that I did for ABC’s The View (unfortunately I pronounced her name wrong - my bad!), however, I wish make amends by recommending you add one of her timeless, sexy pieces to your summer wardrobe. I saw many of her designs for when I was at The View and we were all nuts about them. I love this poppy-print top, which looks fantastic with a pair of jeans or denim shorts. - www.BaharShahpar.com
_______________________________________________________________________ GLOBAL GIRLFRIEND - $$
I have been on the lookout for a pretty summer dress that I can sling on with a pair of flip-flops, and I think I’ve found it: An organic cotton, cap-sleeved wrap dress from Global Girlfriend. I love this company because they source women-made, fair-trade and eco-friendly garments. This particular dress was made by a co-op of Franciscan nuns and your purchase will help this co-op employ and care for women who are handicapped or economically challenged - talk about a feel-good purchase. I also love their “Zoe” dress. - www.GlobalGirlfriend.com
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Fuze is 100% organic and honors living wages and fair trade. Wonderfully creative t-shirts provide some much wanted flare to an often mundane clothing staple. The “Oiseaux” series is especially yummy. - Fuzelab.com _______________________________________________________________________ JACK & MARJORIE - $$
Jack & Marjorie combines military surplus materials with vintage lace, silk, brocade and buttons to create incredibly innovative handbags and clutches. An earthy color palette makes the accessories incredibly versatile. The “Bittersweet” clutch bag is a must. All bags are lined with organic cotton twill and have a parachute cord handle. - JackandMarjorie.com _______________________________________________________________________ AMERICAN APPAREL - $
A stylish and comfortable clothing company which since its conception has made a name for itself with its “sweatshop free” labor policies. They even offer free onsite massages to their employees! Bold colors and high quality fabrics make for excellent basics. Not all of their fabrics are organic, however there’s a specially marked “organic” section on their website. AmericanApparel.net _______________________________________________________________________ ECOIST - $$
Accessories for the eco minded. Handbags, purses, belts and totes. Ecoist merges “design with social and environmental consciousness.” Their rice bags are especially cute--made from recycled feed and rice bags from Southeast Asian fishing villages. The purchase of these bags helps “disabled and disadvantaged artisans.” What an honor badge! You can wear an accessory that helps those in need and uses recycled materials. And you can look good doing it!!! - Ecoist.com _______________________________________________________________________ EMILY KATZ - $$
Sustainable, contemporary fashion. Fashion forward design coupled with environmentally sound materials such as hemp, soy and organic cotton fleece. The “Gallery Dress” is a favorite. Made out of Soy/lycra jersey and with 3 different color options such as warm looking “butter.” Emily Katz, out of Portland, has made how you feel about what you wear as important as how you look wearing it. - EmilyKatz.com _______________________________________________________________________ FAITH HATS - $$
Another gem out of Portland, Oregon. Fashionable hats made out of 100% recycled material. Over the last 4 years, 2 tons of sweaters have been recycled in the creation of these gorgeous accessories for women, men and children. - FaithHats.com _______________________________________________________________________ SLING AND STONES - $$$
We wear jeans all the time. However, most are probably not aware that the average jeans contain up to 27% harmful chemicals. Solution: Sling and Stones. Fashionable jeans made out of American-grown organic Supima cotton. A Fair Trade and eco-friendly company with a flair for fashion and comfort. Check out the Sara (Boot Fit). - SlingandStones.com _______________________________________________________________________ SONJA PICARD - $$$ If you love jewelry that has a spiritual bent - you will simply adore this Canadian Designer's pieces. They are so beautiful and many of them are inscribed with a Sanskrit Manra. My favorite necklace is the Seven Mantra Necklace, and on it is written the following mantra: _______________________________________________________________________ THE JIMI WALLET - $
ECO MEDIA PLAYER - $$
Designed by Trevor Baylis, this is the latest eco-gadget for the Gorgeously Green girl. It plays music, video, and radio as well as serving as a flashlight, sound recorder, photo viewer, cell phone charger, e-book viewer and data storage device.
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