Category archives: Eco Glam

Angelina Jolie Shows Off Her Green Side

20Jun07

Angelina Jolie created a buzz Sunday night when she wore a $26 vintage frock to the New York premiere of her new film “A Mighty Heart”. Jolie gushed on camera to Access Hollywood about the “G” fashion find–a black, crushed velvet gown bought on the cheap by a friend at Wasteland, the longstanding vintage mecca on L.A.’s famed Melrose Avenue. Anyone would agree that she looks like a million bucks–even if she hadn’t worn her $1000 Christian Louboutin heels.

Jolie’s televised confessional immediately sent style bloggers into a frenzy. Most were amazed and impressed that she dared to walk the Red Carpet in a Walmart-priced gown of unknown origin. But Jolie told Access Hollywood that she enjoys finding a vintage bargain now and again. Celebs gone thrifty and green–could this be the beginning of a Hollywood trend?

You can check out more pics of Angie wearing her hot, black number at Just Jared. California-based fashionistas looking to score a fabulously green bargain of your own may want to check out a Wasteland shop near you:

Wasteland-The Flagship
7426 Melrose Avenue
West Hollywood, CA 90046

Wasteland
1338 4th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Wasteland
1660 Haight Street
San Francisco, CA 94117

Via my post at G Living

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Ask Fab Green: L.A. Green Home Stores

08Jun07

Dear Fab Green,
I’m taking a trip to LA tomorrow; do you have any suggestions for eco-home stores or clothing stores to see while I am there? My idea is to create a store in my area that would infuse “green” ideas and products in a not-so-green ‘yet’ community.

Thanks, Janette Lareto

Welcome to L.A.! Thrilled to hear about your interest in launching a green home store. There are a few on-the-ground eco-home stores you can look into:

Viesso.com in Santa Monica on Colorado Blvd. – They design affordable, modern, custom green furniture. I visited the show room last week and met with Travis, the co-founder. Customers can choose a style, a coordinating fabric, and in 3-4 weeks the piece is made. I asked Travis where if they fabricate their pieces locally and he said yes. Upholstery options include sustainable fabrics from top companies like Maharam and Designtex.

Living Green in Culver City on Washington Blvd. – Living Green offers a broad range of green products including furniture, flooring, finishes, paints, garden supplies, etc. Some of my favorite products include Syndecrete, an eco-friendly concrete used to fabricate the sink in the photo (warning: not cheap), Yolo Colorcraft paint, and Kirei board furniture. They sell some of their products online as well.


Another local offering which may or may not be on-the-ground is green with glamour. Designer Deana Bracken founded gwg a month or two ago. The eco-chic shop focuses on a range of eco-glam accessories for the home, like this glass doylee bowl made in a studio using wind power. If you love Kelly Wearstler’s style, you’ll love green with glamour.

Others anyone?

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Sunday's "It" Store: Revival Boutique

29Apr07

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Ok, I’m not a gal who fawns over a pair of Jimmy Choo shoes but if you are, here’s a way to take a greener turn the next time you indulge in a little retail therapy: Revival Boutique. This charming New York atelier brims with gently worn, of-the-moment, high-end designer shoes, bags, gowns, suits and accessories. New consignment items arrive daily and Revival ships worldwide. Opting for preloved pieces not only lightens the landfill load, but saves a little “green” for you too.

Who: Revival Boutique
What: Source for of-the-moment, lightly worn designer duds
Where: 1374 Old Northern Boulevard
Old Village of Roslyn, NY
516 299 4556

Picks from the Online Catalog:

Christian Dior Halter Dress, Size 38/4, $895
Circa 2005 this sunny stunner fits right into this Spring’s “hello, Yellow” trend.

Richard Tyler Gown, $895
Classic silhouette, Grecian-inspired draping at the waist. Simply timeless.

Did You Know: Buying preloved pieces actually helps reduce energy use. Huh? It’s true. Buying new involves energy to manufacture a product (called “embodied energy”). Since a second hand piece has already been manufactured so you are actually making fashion at least 50% energy efficient by giving it second life.

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Green Gifts For Fabulous Moms

26Apr07

Wouldn’t it be lovely to show some love for mom and Mother Earth on Mother’s Day? Here are a few goodies that arrived in my inbox today to spark a few ideas for spreading some fabulously green style and overall “feel good” gifting…

Zakira Necklace, Women for Women Intl, $74
These beautiful hand-carved fluorite pieces are finished off with a Bali silver chain and freshwater pearls. Lucina will donate 20% of your purchase to the Women for Women Foundation to support the Afghani artisans. You also get free shipping on orders before May 4. Simply type INDULGEMOM as the discount code.

About the Artisans Women for Women International works with women survivors of war in conflict zones around the world to rebuild their lives and move from victim to survivor to active citizen by teaching them a trade and offering an income-generating program.

Lara Miller Trunk Show at KaightNYC
Sunday April 29, 11am-7pm
83 Orchard Street between Broome & Grand
212.586.1186
RSVP: mei-i@privi-newyork.com

New York’s fashionably eco-conscious should definitely check out the Lara Miller super soft bamboo wrap dresses this Sunday at Kaight. Lots of discounts to be had (10% off spring, 50% off fall/winter apparel and accessories). Organic champagne, hors d’oeuvres will be served.

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Fab Friday | Fashion Finds

20Apr07

Given the dreary, rainy day we’re having here in Los Angeles (hard to believe I know), today’s Fab Friday pays tribute to spring. Meaning COLOR., vibrant shots of color. So you thought being “green” meant only wearing green or a burlap sac? Guess again. You may want to put on your sunglasses before checking out these fresh fashion finds…

VINTAGE VIXEN
Gorgeous vintage Eva Amore Fuschia Jumpsuit by Lydia of San Francisco. Paired with a chunky Chocolate-colored belt, this pre-era piece looks very “today.” A hot steal for $27.
Spotted at Pieces of Venus

WILLIAM MORRIS REDUX
Vintage Fruits Bag, £65.00
A vintage William Morris print gets an update when paired with a jet black hemp/cotton strap and bow made of hemp/silk. A single inside pocket closes with an antique metal clasp. Each purse is made to order.
Spotted at enamore

A GREAT FASHION SCOOP
Summer Organic Scoop Tees, $24 each
These organic cotton tees are made by a non-profit program in India that supports and employs young handicapped/economically disadvantaged women. The group supports 300 local small organic farmers in the Maharastra area. Organic and sustainable.
Spotted at Global Girlfriend

THE BANGLES ARE BACK
Bangles, ￥10,000
Recycled skateboards served as the muse for these bold and beautiful bracelets.
Spotted at Harvest

BERRY BEAUTIFUL
Braided Strap Dress, by ecoganik
Super soft little strappy number is made by eco-chic fave ecoganik, a California-based company known for their manufacture of certified-organic, recycled, and other eco-friendly fabrics and non-toxic, low impact dyes.
Spotted at ecoganik

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Fab Friday | Fashion Finds

10Mar07

Sorry for the late posting! Here are some of my favorite high-style, guilt-free fashion finds from around the web this week:

ETHICALLY ENTRENCHED

Multi-Stitch Trench by Myth & Ritual, $290
Sweatshop-free Cotton
Spotted at Beklina

A WARM WEATHER WEDGE

Vulcan Wedge by Mink Shoes, $400
vegan and eco-friendly cork
Spotted at Haute*Nature

SHINY, HAPPY PEOPLE

“People” Barrel Bag by aGainNYC
made with vintage fabrics, suede straps

A SEXY SATCHEL

Doorknocker Vegan Satchel by Chinese Laundry, $63
Spotted at Alternative Outfitters

Enjoy your weekend!

Fabulously Green reports on the latest eco-friendly products that blend style, sustainability and social responsibility. A resource for designers and shoppers alike, we showcase daily green style finds in fashion, furniture, decor pieces reflecting eco-modern chic.

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Vintage Modern Wallpaper | Second Hand Rose

06Mar07

Lovers of vintage print and pattern wallpapers will find much design inspiration at Secondhand Rose, New York-based boutique that stocks over 1000 original vintage wallpaper patterns and collectibles (including the occasional Frank Lloyd Wright print). They sell online and will ship to anywhere in the world.



Don’t be put off by the overabundance of Victorian prints and cabbage roses, there are some modernist gems to be found. The Geometric Collection features a range of modern designs from deco to Vienna Secessionist to the 70’s. The Mylar Collection features lots of seventies retro pop designs. Mylar is also recyclable.

Secondhand Rose
138 Duane Street
New York, NY 10013
212.393.9002
The store is open by appointment only.

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Wine Glass Chandelier | Stuart Haygarth

01Mar07

First I fell in love with British designer Stuart Haygarth’s eclectically modern Tide Chandelier. Here’s another creation that puts the idea of “design” in “disposable.”

DISPOSABLE CHANDELIER by Stuart Haygarth

Created from 416 disposable plastic wine glasses, this jewel of a chandelier gets its colorful glow from a pink fluorescent light source (that means energy savings for you and the planet). If pink’s not your thing you can custom select from a variety of other colors. A smaller version is available using 280 glasses. Handmade in an edition of 20.

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WEDDINGS | Fabulously Green Engagement Rings

28Feb07

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The film Blood Diamond may have been shut out at the Oscars this year, but it’s a winner in our eyes for bringing awareness to the dark side of of the diamond industry. Fortunately jewelry companies such as Brilliant Earth, Green Karat, and vintage jewelers like Isadora’s and Wanna Buy A Watch? offer gorgeous, conflict-free gems for your engagement or wedding. Yes you can be romantic and responsible–isn’t that what an ideal marriage should be?

TIMELESS & TRADITIONAL

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Princess Cut Garland Ring Set, Brilliant Earth
Perhaps the brilliant idea behind Brilliant Earth is their Create Your Own Ring option. You choose the diamond (caret, cut, and clarity) and setting to create a customized ring for your honey. Their diamonds are ethically mined in Canada.

My favorite vintage jewelry store is a well-known boutique on Melrose strip in L.A. called Wanna Buy a Watch? Yes, the store does indeed offer an amazing array of time pieces by Rolex, Movada and the like, but half of their store is actually devoted to vintage wedding and engagement rings ranging from the 20’s to the 50’s. The bands above are a sampling of what styles you can buy online, they carry beautiful earrings and necklaces too. Prices range from $400s to $10,000s.

IN LOVING COLOR
colored gemstone such as canary diamonds, blue or even pink sapphires (popular gem of choice in the early 20th century).
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Pink Tourmaline Ring, Isadora’s
Circa 1920’s this ring is an Art Deco original set into a platinum band. I tried on a similar ring recently — and was surprised to see how complimentary the stone is set against your skin.

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Victorian Sapphire Ring, Isadora’s
Circa 1900’s. This 18KT rose gold ring is centered by a beautiful blue sapphire and accented by sparkling diamonds. Love the elegant simplicity.

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Canary Uncaged, GreenKarat
Stunning yellow diamond set in recycled 18K yellow or white gold, or 90% recycled platinum.sapphire_engagementring2
Sapphire Engagement Ring, Brilliant Earth
Brilliant Earth offers a full collection of fairly traded sapphire rings.

Secret Love

Binary Ring, $950 by GreenKarat
Designed and hand carved by artist Gideon Weisz, these custom rings give couples a way to share a secret bond. Your desired message is translated and engraved into binary code (the ring shown says “a marriage of values”). Available in recycled yellow or white gold, or platinum. Want an extra karmic boost? Offer to pay a voluntary carbon offset tax with your purchase.

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FASHION WEEK | Noir Fall 2007

21Feb07

Noir’s founding designer Peter Ingwersen describes its Fall 2007 Ready to Wear Collection as “a tension between something that is bohemian, and freethinking, with very, very strict lines around it, symbolized in the tailoring. It’s a tribute to the 1930’s in Berlin, … with an emphasis on the waist.”

The collection features some of its signature black ensembles but with softer, more feminine details than in previous seasons. The collection is punctuated with lighter pastel pinks and blues which is a fresh, subtle counterpoint to the moodier noir pieces. Noir’s luxury cashmeres, silks and organically luxe cottons (manufactured on its own organic farm in Uganda) take on beautiful movement when worn, as you can be see in Noir’s runway video, compliments of Style.com.

Overall, I’d say that many of the designs show more harmony than tension of elements–which may be less conceptual, but more wearable for the typical woman.

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