Leila Hafzi presented her first collection in Stavenger, Norway, in 1997. With this, she introduced the idea of organic- and ethical trade to the high end fashion industry. During the past ten years, the designer has built a network which represents the very best Nepal has to offer in tailoring and fabrics. Since then, her goal has remained unchanged: to introduce and represent eco-and ethical trade in the fashion industry on a global basis, and in the future to develop an entirely environmental friendly production style.

I’ve used Leila’s dresses in several shoots and they’re stunning. The vibrant bright colors are created with AZO free dyes and the paler colors with herbal Ayurvedic dyes. Each piece is handmade and utilizes fair trade practices.

Definitely a dress to wear down the green carpet.

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Classic, old-school style high-top sneaker made with 100% Fair Trade-certified organic cotton canvas upper and tough rubber sole. Sole is produced and stamped with Forest Stewardship Council-certified all natural and sustainable rubber. 100% vegan and entirely cruelty-free! Imported from a Fair Trade certified workshop in Pakistan.

I like them better without the Chuck Taylor star.

Available at Nimli

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In 2005 Hovey Lee launched her first jewelry line and captured the attention of the fashion and art communities. Since then her jewelry has been selected by fine art exhibits and featured in jewelry shows and boutiques around the nation and overseas.

Hovey Lee implements the principles of socially and economically responsible business by working with Fair Trade vendors and eco-friendly material producers.

I just used Hovey Lee in the last Coco Eco Magazine shoot and I was loving the line. Especially the gold bracelet above- very Christian Lacroix- without the expensive price tag.

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I was really excited when I found out I was going to be styling Elizabeth Mitchell from Lost for the cover and inside story of CocoEcoMag.com. She was very down to earth and genuine about her commitment in doing her part for the planet. Just another day at work that made me realize how much I love my job.

Once again, everyone one of us were in awe of working with beautiful eco-friendly clothing and accessories. Pieces used in the shoot came from the following brands:

Clothing

• Leila Hafzi
• LTR Brands
• Linda Loudermilk

Accessories

• Romp
• Love Heals
• Brooke Benson
• Colleen Cordero
• Heather Hyde

The newest issue of Cocoecomag.com is out now. We shot this story in the desert using dresses from Leila Hafzi and jewelry by Andean Collection and Ten Thousand Villages.

The stunningly beautiful, flowing dresses were perfect for the desert wind. And since May 9th was World Fair Trade Day, we used jewelry that came from companies that practice fair trade.

Thanks again to the amazing team I worked with.

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Loving these fair trade bracelets made out of telephone wires.

The Zulu women making these beautiful bracelets are dedicated to helping themselves by gaining the skills and knowledge they need to support themselves and their families. Generating income to be able to receive basic education, health education, and HIV/Aids support is a key part of their innovative program.

Cop them at Original Women

source ecofabulous

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