Eco Gift Guide: For the Style Maven
Date: December 3, 2009 | Category: Accessories, Guides, Holiday & Gift, Jewelry, Women
Getting new clothes and jewelry for Christmas or Hanukkah doesn’t have to mean another dreaded hand-knit Grandma sweater. Make sure any potential gift-givers you know have had a look at our stylish list - the only problem you’ll have to worry about is whether or not you can hold off buying some of them for yourself right now! (more…)
Coveting Coco: The Resort Issue!
Date: August 6, 2009 | Category: Accessories, Bags, Body Care, Hair Care, Lifestyle, Makeup, Media, Resources, Skin Care, Women
Last month’s Coco Eco was such a smash hit (of course, we were huge fans of the eco-chic guide to San Francisco!) it’s hard to imagine how each issue keeps getting better and better! Now live with their sixth issue - The Resort Issue - cover girl Rachael Leigh Cook is stunning, and super down-to-earth. (more…)
Wear Your Art on Your Sleeve
Date: August 4, 2009 | Category: Accessories, Bags, Fashion, Women
Art geeks, fashion freaks, and green gurus unite—Alena Hennessy’s new eco-line is a fantastic fusion of all that you adore! The collection serves not only as an exquisite exhibition of wearable art, but also as an array of products designed to protect the earth. Each bold graphic design is lovingly crafted by Alena before being printed locally on certified organic materials with earth friendly inks. (more…)
Tongue and Cheeky
Date: July 27, 2009 | Category: Accessories, Fashion, Women
Diamonds are a girl’s best friend (fair trade and conflict free, of course!). But what about the metals used to set the sparkling wonders? Mining is a dirty business - both for the workers and the surrounding area. And with enough gold and silver in existence to handle worldwide demand for the next 40 years, why continue to disturb the earth for superfluous precious metals? (more…)
Ahoy, Matey!
Date: June 16, 2009 | Category: Accessories, Bags, Fashion
Whether packing for a picnic in the park, a day at the beach, or for use as a daily carry-all, a handmade Sea Bag is just the touch of nautical-chic you’ve been looking for. (more…)
When Silver Wins First Place
Date: June 16, 2009 | Category: Accessories, Fashion, Jewelry
Hand fabricated and hand carved in her New York studio, Margarette Simmons’ line of jewelry made out of recycled silver takes home the winning medal, hands down. The delicate designs add a polished touch to any outfit - check out the intricately carved blade of grass bangle or the large wishbone necklace.
The various pendant necklaces are great for the day-to-day staple piece (we adore the anchor necklace!), or layer any one with the intricate Knotted Rope Link Necklace for a more substantial look.
Unchain My Heart
Date: June 5, 2009 | Category: Accessories, Fashion, Jewelry
Late fashion savant Coco Chanel once decreed that when accessorizing, you should “always take off the last thing you put on.” This style maxim has oft been echoed, but being espoused by Madame Chanel herself doesn’t make it brassbound fact. Designer Nanci Bennett balks in the face of such restraint, finding inspiration for her punky, yet feminine jewelry line in the beauty of excess. (more…)
In the Hood
Date: May 6, 2009 | Category: Accessories, Fashion, Men, Women
Pamper yourself without running across town by creating a spa haven at home. Soy candles, soothing music, sweet smelling bubble bath and the final touch – that perfect plush bathrobe. (more…)
Back on the Chain Gang
Date: May 1, 2009 | Category: Accessories, Fashion, Jewelry, Women
If you crave unique, elegant jewelry without looking like every other Bejeweled Betty on the block, get a load of Dirty Librarian. Although its name brings certain other things to mind, this jewelry company actually reworks tired vintage chains into funkier, edgier pieces, each of which is custom made. (more…)
Water Looks Fabulous on You!
Date: April 20, 2009 | Category: Accessories, Fashion, Jewelry, Women
Who would have thought that your most coveted wardrobe item could be… water? Zem is constantly asked about her “Water is a Human Right” necklace, designed by Linda Loudermilk. (more…)
