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Q&A: Eco-Conscious Fashion
By Erin Donnelly
Q: Everyone’s talking about how great eco-conscious clothing is, but a lot of the stuff I’ve seen seems either too basic or bohemian for my tastes. Can you recommend some organic styles that look a bit more modern and dressier? A: Of course I can! You’ll be happy to know that sustainable fashion has come a long way from Birkenstocks and ugly hemp skirts. And while a lot of what you may see is somewhat basic-looking casualwear (organic cotton and bamboo are great for tees and yoga pants), there are plenty of garments out there that are as stylish and fashion-forward as they are green-minded. Hey, tree-huggers can be trendy too!
Go green and glam in these chic sustainable styles:
Toggery Sophia Wrap Dress (shown): Every woman needs a black wrap dress, so why not make yours eco-friendly? This versatile winner is made from bamboo.
Edun Twilight High Waist Organic Stretch Cotton Jeans (http://shop NULL.nordstrom NULL.com/S/2966175?Category=&Search=True&SearchType=guidednav&keyword=organic+in+All+Categories+%3e+Women%27s+Apparel&origin=searchresults) (shown): Yep, even your baby blues can go green. The high rise and wide legs of these organic cotton jeans are right on the money trend-wise, while the embroidered leaf details on the back pocket send a little shout-out to Mother Nature.
Organic Highwaisted Skirt (http://www NULL.mickmargo NULL.com/) (shown, below): This sleek and sustainable pencil skirt can be worn with a blazer for the workday, or paired with a sexy sleeveless blouse—like the pretty Embroidered Top (http://www NULL.mickmargo NULL.com/) shown here—for date night.Melissa Desire + Triton Heels (http://www NULL.sodafine NULL.com/) (shown): These darling Brazilian-made heels—also available in cherry red—are completely guilt-free, and not simply because of the bargain $68 price. The MELFLEX material is hypoallergenic and recyclable, and the Melissa brand is known for their socially responsible practices.
Song Organic Ruffle-Trim Dress (http://www NULL.saksfifthavenue NULL.com/include/Zoom NULL.jsp?default_color=BLACK&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446183558&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=282574492704340&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474399545537&bmUID=1204675021381): 
Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee in this beautifully wispy dress made from organic ramie. Available in black or white.
Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee in this beautifully wispy dress made from organic ramie. Available in black or white.Natalie Portman for Te Casan Paloma Heel: So long, leather! Vegan actress Natalie Portman’s animal-free footwear line for Te Casan is selling fast, and with shoes like this stunning criss-cross satin heel (available in black, red or gold), it’s easy to see why.
Beau Soleil Beau Wrap (http://www NULL.shopbeausoleil NULL.com/spring08-wrap NULL.php): This black bamboo dress sports a lower scoop-neck and a detachable recycled leather belt for a hip, confident look.
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