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?

Style, Naturally - a book about substance and style

Style, Naturally: The Savvy Shopping Guide to Sustainable Fashion and Beauty is written by eco model Summer Rayne Oakes. Not just a pretty face, Summer is a Cornell University graduate, Udall environmental scholar, and environmental scientist with an undying passion for the sustainable future of the planet.


I have only just come across this book and only minutes ago ordered my copy. So until I read it here are some reviews of the book from http://www.stylenaturally.com/aboutstyle/

Tone Skårdal Tobiasson, Fashion editor and co-founder Nordic Initiative Clean & Ethical says,

“Chock full of chic eco fashion and beauty, style, naturally makes green and ethical choices much more than a single season’s “must haves.” Summer Rayne’s book is truly inspirational and entertaining both for pros and fashionistas, making sustainable the obvious choice.

Jack Yan, Founding publisher of Lucire, Co-author of Beyond Branding says

“Summer Rayne Oakes’s style, naturally is indeed a book for our times. For those who wish to combine fashion, beauty and a social conscience, it is a beautifully presented, practical guide. Whether it’s discovering the personal styles of some leading citizens, finding out at a glance the most ecologically aware labels, or being inspired on ways we can make a difference, style, naturally is a fabulous must-read.”

Matthew Allen, Pret a Porte says

“Style, naturally is the ultimate reference of cataloging the best of sustainable style. It artfully portrays and explores the most recent talents paired with the ultimate pioneers such as Katharine Hamnett. The glossy photos are comparable to the top fashion magazines and Summer Rayne Oakes, the author and model is herself a Sustainable Style Icon… This is inspired and insatiably researched, beautiful piece of publishing.”

Can't wait to get my copy and do a review myself. Please click on video to hear what Summer Rayne Oakes has to say about the book.

20% Discount at Munique

Munique is offering a 20% discount across the entire boutique until January 12.

Buy now and choose from our wide range of handcrafted jewellery gifts including semi precious stones jewellery, copper jewellery, recycled and eco jewellery, stone/clay jewellery and leather jewellery. Compliment your unusual jewellery choice with a handmade Alpaca Wool Wrap or a suede handbag to get others talking.

Visit our website at http://www.thesymphony-life.com and remember to use discount code 3009 at the checkout.
Offer ends January 12, 2009.