Green Colored Glasses- Green Kids Clothes: Electropura ReviewElectropura is run by fashion designer Lynn van Gastel who creates fashions for kids in sizes o-5 from existing materials. In today’s world where nearly everything seems to be disposable, these fashions rescue fabrics that still have tons of wear in […]
- Skateboard Sculptures of HaroshiCheck out these fantastic skateboard deck sculptures by Japanese artist Haroshi. He’s got an extremely varied portfolio of artwork made from old beat up decks. These five pieces shown here are just some of his latest sculptures. His method of wooden […]
- Eco-Friendly Gift Ideas — For the CookLooking for a green gift idea for the eco-chef in your life?? Check out these kitchen spice racks available in bamboo. Bamboo is a great wood to use because it grows extremely quickly with little water and no use of pesticides […]
- Beads For ChangeAre you looking for an eco-friendly product for the fashionista on your shopping list this year? Check out Beads for Change. This program employs women of Uganda who live in hillside slums. They are refugees after decades of war in […]
- Oil Town LivingI’ve got to admit that I live in the middle of a city fueled by oil. Make no mistake about it, Calgary is definitely an oil town. We’ve got a terrible reputation as red necks with out Stampede and a […]
- Penguin SweatersTo be clear, this post is about tiny sweaters for penguins such as pictured on the left. I am not writing about sweaters for humans with penguins on them such as this one from Chanel pictured on the right. It’s […]
- Getting In Bernie Madoff’s PantsThey say you can’t judge a man until you’ve walked a mile in his shoes so can you judge him after using his pants?? Check out the Bernie Madoff collection on Fredrick James for a cool selection of Ipad covers […]
- The Ultimate Solar LightHere in the Western world, solar lights are a novelty not a necessity. It’s easy to forget about people living on other places of our small planet that aren’t going green to save the world. They’re simply living hand to […]
- Etsy Find: Talking Squid Recycles TeesTalking Squid is not just saving the planet by recycling t-shirts, they’re also helping you save money with their huge 50% off summer sale. Yup, half off! So, what could you spend half as much on?? Well, they’ve got an outstanding […]
- Quitting SmokingQuitting smoking is one of the best things that you can do for the health of the environment and yourself. Cigarette butts make up about 80% of litter commonly found on streets. The exhaled fumes from cigarette smoke are a […]
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Sustainable, Recyclable & Durable Umbrellas by Ginkgo Will Brighten a Rainy Day
Ginkgo is the world’s first sustainably designed umbrella. Made entirely from one recyclable material, it’s lightweight, durable and comes in a variety of colors to brighten your day. Most umbrellas out there are poorly made. Just spend one rainy day … Continue reading
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Top 3 All Natural, Mineral Spray Sunscreens
As the thermometer climbs and we see more sun each day, it’s time to (sigh) reach for the sunscreen. As we all know by now, UV rays cause skin damage, accelerate aging and skin cancer. While there is some debate … Continue reading
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Top 3 All Natural, Mineral Spray Sunscreens
As the thermometer climbs and we see more sun each day, it’s time to (sigh) reach for the sunscreen. As we all know by now, UV rays cause skin damage, accelerate aging and skin cancer. While there is some debate … Continue reading
Save the Turtles with Volcom’s V.Cological for Sea Turtles Collection
The new V.Cological for Sea Turtles Collection gives back to the Sea Turtle Restoration Project. Surf and skatewear label Volcom launched it’s V.Cological Collection back in 2007, offering a range of clothing to “protect our planet’s rapidly shrinking natural resources.” … Continue reading
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Nail It: The 4 Least Toxic Nail Polish Brands
With the increased popularity of natural and organic skincare and cosmetic ranges fueled by some well known celebrities even launching their own lines, there has been more attention drawn to the many harmful ingredients in everyday personal care products like … Continue reading
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Behind The Label: The Safe Sunscreen Debate
Not all sunscreens are created equal. Every summer for the past decade, the media has issued staunch advisories reminding consumers to wear sunscreen. But this year, their tone has changed. Studies are showing that not only are many sunscreens filled with … Continue reading
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5 Summer Tips to Keep Your Skin, Hair, and Body Beautiful
The summer may be a time to shine, but the season also poses a threat to the vitality of your skin, hair, and body. Sun and heat exposure can make your skin flaky and pigmented, your hair dry, and your … Continue reading
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4 Must-See Fashion-Focused Museum Exhibits of 2013
Tempting style lovers out of the mall and into museums for a low-impact fashion experience, fashion-focused museum exhibits are increasingly entertainment-driven. Beyond last week’s red carpet fashion frenzy–the Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, known as the … Continue reading
9 Sustainable and Stylish Camping Essentials
Stylish camping essentials to pack for your camping trip this summer. Summer is essentially here, and for outdoorsy types that means one thing — camping. We’re dreaming of hitting the road in a stylish Cricket Trailer or eco-chic VW Microbus. … Continue reading
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