Eco Fashion

What is eco-fashion? Eco-fashion is about making clothes and accessories in a way that is kind to the envrionment taking into account the health of consumers and the working conditions of people in the fashion industry. For instance eco-fashion boosts of using organic raw materials for instance cotton grown without the use of pesticides and processed into fabrics and clothing without the use of harmful chemicals to colour fabrics. Eco clothing is also about longevity in that they are made to last so that they are kept longer. Most importantly eco fashion need not be boring. Here are some hot eco favorites.

This Shell Ruffle Top below reminds me of a Mario Pinto design worn by Michelle Obama seen below on the right. This Shell Ruffle Top is also available in Green polka dots or black polka dots. Accessorize with polkadot rings from Munique fashions.




This Stripey Waterfall Top is also a favorite. Made from 100% organic Fair trade certified cotton, this soft striped sleeveless top has an interesting cascading ruffle detail at the front. Stripes and polkadots are always timeless favorites for any wardrobe.

You can start doing your part for the environment by becoming fashion conscience as opposed to fashion conscious. As I have always said a wardrobe is not built in a day. So start by purchasing one eco garment at a time until your wardrobe has a large mix of eco favorites to choose from.

Remember eco fashion is not only about clothes but shoes as well. This Off white print canvas sandal from Terraplana is an absolute treat. It is a Roman style Sandal style made with recycled memory foam, vegetable tanned leathers and recycled rubber for superior comfort with superior style. Oh! That's another aspect of Eco fashion, using recycled material. You can also find a unique range of eco recyled jewellery at Munique fashions like this Spatial Necklace made from recycled plastic.


A striking feature of this necklace is its clear iridescent colour which changes depending on the lighting. Who said eco fashion is boring?

Organic Cotton - Guilt Free Shopping

If you have ever stopped to think about the impact of the cultivation of conventional cotton on the environment and the health of the workers growing it, chances are you may have felt a bit guilty about your latest fashion purchase. The cultivation of cotton uses more pesticides than any other crop. Organic cotton is the perfect alternative. It is grown without the use of any pesticides or chemicals. It is a both sustainable and ethical material and a great way to buy into the latest Eco fashion trend. But is it possible to buy organic cotton and still look gorgeous and stylish? We say 'yes', organic cotton is a great way to shop stylishly without guilt.

This organic cotton bib front dress is a great way to work understated style. It will look great with a pair of leggings.

This organic cotton Maria waistcoat will look great with a printed top and pencil skirt. An unusual and trendy style.

These organic cotton high waisted trousers are really on trend and a great wardrobe staple for every day wear.

For work or smarter occasions you can't go wrong with this organic cotton Ingrid Gilet French tailored jacket. A very elegant and flattering style for most shapes.

You can even get organic cotton trainers. These Volley Cotton Women's Trainers are made from organic cotton and wild amazonian rubber, perfect for Eco friendly leisure wear.

Improve your mood with colour

The colours that we wear can influence how we feel and how we are perceived by others. I like wearing bold colours in winter as it cheers me up and distracts me from the perpetual cold grey sky. During winter I continuously dress my daughter in combination hues of bright blues and yellows, pink and red and she never fails to brighten a room and have perfect strangers compliment her on her outfit. Just last week she went to a birthday party and I matched her up in a multicoloured polkadot dress with lime green tights and a dark aqua turtleneck which were two accent colours from the dress. She was warm but cheerful on a dreary winter afternoon and many mums complimented me on her outfit.

I recently bought her a multicoloured striped coat which has the same effect on people. Last Saturday her dance teacher could not stop talking about the coat and that same day as I walked in the room with her to drop my son off for his drama class, the drama teacher was simply drawn to her.

I love colour, I celebrate colour …. And it is a perfect way to differentiate yourself from the crowd. For instance red is the colour of love, it celebrates passion and intensity. But red is not a colour only to be worn on Valentine’s Day or at Christmas time. Red clothing gets you noticed as it is an energetic colour. Publicists will usually advise their clients to wear some accent of red when taking a photo as it helps you to stand out.

Next time you are stepping out to dinner wear a red evening dress and see the reactions you get.

Let the next coat you invest in be a red coat and remember to get a pair of Red Shoes. But please do not wear them all at the same time.

Tommy Hilfiger short trench coat

Tommy Hilfiger red corduroy blazer

Eco Shoes from Terra Plana

If a total red evening dress or coat is too intimidating for you then go for accents of red like a scarf, a belt, a funky handbag, red necklace or polka dot ring. Wear your red shoes with a pair of jeans and tie it in with another red fashion accessory like a red hibiscus necklace.

Fashion Accessories from Munique Fashions.

Fashion accessories are a clever way of introducing colour into your wardrobe as you build up the confidence to splash out in colour.

Eco shoes

Did you know that an essential component of eco design is lightness - things are less energy consuming and easier to ship around the world. It is also good for you to have light footwear - take a load off.

These Maple ankle boots were definitely made for walking as ergonomic last gives superb comfort while memory foam footbed cushions every step. This style is made from recycled quilts from Pakistan and Bangladesh. But the great feature of these boots is that they are made using different colour/pattern recycled quilts so they are individually styled as well.

Team up with Munique Fashions Oval Leather Handbag and strut your stuff.