Blinged Out BMX Bike – What Recession?

We love two wheelers and we love shiny gold things but DAYUM- this 24ct gold Hutch Star is craze! Especially in these times. If you happen to have $12,378 saved up for a bike, mosie on over to this site to get your very own.

Whoever gets one of these better get the AVID Microchip Identification System for animals put somewhere up in that mug along with a LoJack system, The Club and about 20 Kryptonite bike locks for it, otherwise we’ll be seeing it in the next Cash4Gold commercial.

Source Auto Motto

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Another One Bites The Dust

Eco-friendly Third Street (Los Angeles) boutique, Vie, is feeling the pinch of the recession. Less than a year after opening it is transitioning into a showroom.

The good news for us is that all of it’s environmentally friendly gear is now on sale until they sell out. Get there quick before its all gone!

Source racked

Posted by jen

Kendo Closing Sale Today!

Get yo ass over there today to score kicks for 40 bones. Thanks to Arsen and Vlad for lacing us up over the years.

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Chip Chop

Chip Chop is a line of witty reusable slogan bags from Australian designer Hannah Chipkin.

The line features denim and canvas totes emblazoned with witty slogans. They retail for around $65, but this is the gift that keeps on giving… no nasty plastic or paper bags.

Cop ‘em here.

Source refinery 29

Posted by jen

Vans Vaults Into Eco-Chic

In addition to doing away with toxic solvents for its upcoming Fall line, Vans will release a Vault Eco Pack this spring based on the use of environment-friendly materials.

This Sk8-Hi was constructed using Maharam Messenger fabric, a material that is made from 78 percent post-industrial recycled polyester, 15 percent polyester and 7 percent nylon.

There were also no heavy metals used in the dying process.

The Vans Vault are available at retailers now.
$110, www.vault.vans.com

Yo Tay Tay, Holler at ya girlssss!!

Source complex.com via ctothejl.com

Organic Cotton At H&M

We’ve been seeing more organic cotton available at H&M lately and that is a good thing. Read more about their environmental work here.

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Nudie

Nudie jeans has just launched a new line of eco-friendly jeans.

“Green” features include 100% organic cultivated cotton, ecological dyeing, and trims made of raw, ungalvanized copper. ‘Cop em!

Source refinery 29

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Vegan Condoms. Holler.

Locali, is a recently opened convenience store in Hollywood stocked with completely animal-free products.

Not only does Locali provide food products from local and sustainable suppliers, they also stock vegan condoms. Yes you heard right… VEGAN CONDOMS.

Normally when we start thinking condoms, we think meat… you know, hot beef injection, sausage, wiener…(but I digress).

Locali stocks the Glyde brand of condoms, which in the past consumers have purchased online via sites such as the Sensual Vegan,as the company is based out of Australia.

Lucky for us veggies on the hunt for animal-friendly sexcapades (ok, that came out wrong), we can now hit up our local convenience store, cop some eco-friendly cock socks and get busy!

Locali Conscious Convenience
5825 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles (323) 466-1360

Source laist.com

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Olsen Haus Shoes Rocks My Socks

Been eyeing shoes from Olsen Haus for quite some time. I would like to tell ya’ll what this fine company represents in the shoe game in my own words but they put it down so beautifully on their website, I’m just gonna rip a small tidbit from their philosophy page and save myself some time. Sorry, but after a 14 hour workday my fingers are giving me the side eye and telling me to get my arse to bed.

Business as Usual? More like Business Unusual.

The philosophy of olsenHaus is anchored in the universal truth, respect for all beings, with a dedication to the expression of truth in the material world. We are committed to being 100% animal-free / cruelty-free, producing functional goods, with a high standard of ethical social responsibility in animal rights, human rights, and the environment. Products are made of non-animal materials, in sample rooms and factories that are personally checked for ethical practices & environmental impact.

While many shoes kill, pollute, and destroy lives and ecosystems on their journey to your feet, we recognize these destructive production practices and do not consider them ‘business as usual’. We at Olsenhaus believe these processes can evolve toward a respect for animals, ecosystems and people.

Damn, that was like reading a bedtime story. Off to sleepytime I go so I can dream of kick ass companies that actually care, thriving ecosystems and crystal blue, pollution-free skies. Oh and shoes. Lots of them.

Visit the fine peeps of Olsen Haus here.

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Our Clothing Habits Are Hurting The Environment

The UK group More Than Pretty Nickers wants the fashion industry to take a stand against destruction to the environment for production of clothes. We are starting to see more lines made from organic textiles and designers coming out with eco-friendly lines, but it also comes down to the consumer.

Buy less and choose quality, classic pieces that will last a long time. Seems a bit unrealistic with the birth of fast fashion, trends changing every month and stores that sell disposable clothes such as Forever 21 and H&M.

It’s the big name fashion houses that should be paying attention to this. Stella McCartney is a great example. She refrains from using fur or leather in her line and uses some green practices for her business. Even the shopping bags used in her store are biodegradable. Small things like that can make a big difference in helping our precious environment.

Source Ecorazzi

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Linda Loudermilk- Sale Fools!!!

Your favorite eco-friendly designer, Linda Loudermilk is havin’ a sale y’all.

Times are tough and eco-conscious clothing ain’t cheap so march your butt on over to her overstock and archive sale this Friday, January 16, and Saturday, January 17.

Prices starting at $15!!!!

Shop items from from her yoga collection, evening wear and more!!

Friday, Jan. 16th-11 to 6 p.m.

Saturday, Jan 17th-11 to 5 p.m.

Linda Loudermilk Sale, 1511 North Ogden Drive, (between W. Sunset Boulevard and Selma Avenue)

Source refinery 29

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Obama Swag

Bag by Tory Burch

As the presidential inauguration approaches, designers are releasing Obama-inspired merchandise to support the festivities as part of the “Runway to Change” initiative.

“The new collectible pieces include tote bags by Diane von Furstenberg and Tory Burch; T-shirts by Zac Posen, Donna Karan, Juicy Couture, Narciso Rodriguez, Derek Lam, Rachel Roy, Gerald Matthews and House of Deréon, and a scarf by Alexander Wang.”

The collection is available at the Presidential Inaugural Store at 625 E Street Northwest in Washington through January 21st. It will also be available online at pic2009.inauguralcollectibles.com through February.

T-shirts pictured below by Donna Karan (L) and Zac Posen (R)

Via nitrolicious

Posted by jen

FREE!!!!

MAC Cosmetics is apparently sympathizing with us beauty junkies during this time of recession and showing their love for the environment at the same time.

In exchange for the return of six pieces of the brand’s primary cosmetics packaging to a MAC store (or by mail), you will receive a free MAC lipstick of your choosing.

Hey, I’m not mad at FREE in exchange for trash. Now that’s a deal I can get down with!

While you’re in there pick up their VIVA GLAM lipstick or lip gloss and help a good cause. Every cent raised through the purchase of VIVA GLAM, goes to the M·A·C AIDS Fund to support the fight against HIV/AIDS. For more info about that program click here.

Btw, Dame Edna is the current spokesmodel for MAC Cosmetics… gotta love this company!!

Source style.com

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Another Sale

Nothing “green” here but spreading love for our peeps and their clothing lines. Nowadays anything that says SALE, __ % OFF and FREE are alright in our (pocket)books.

• Homeroom
• Reason
• Hot Air
• Clae
• Urb
• Dubfrequency

SALE!!!!!

RUN DON’T WALK to receive 50%-80% off EVERYTHING at eco-friendly boutique, Vie!!

Sale runs through Saturday, February 1st.

8032 W. Third Street, Los Angeles, 90048 (323-944-0530)

Posted by jen

Source racked

Organic Pharmacy in The 90210

My beauty product and homeopathic remedy prayers have been answered!! The Organic Pharmacy has finally opened it’s doors in the 90210!!

This is the first stateside post of the British retailer. Stocking lotions, elixirs and creams, created with herbs and oils, the pharmacy also offers “luxurious organic facials and an on-site clinic staffed with trained homeopaths and pharmacists who bring a holistic approach to all of your health concerns.”

Check it online here

Stop in to their 1,000 square foot Beverly Hills location @ 453 North Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills, CA, 90210 (310) 272-7275

Green Plastic. Cha-Ching!

“Put it on the credit card and worry ’bout it later”. This approach to spending sounds like a reasonable way to deal with this damn recession ( well at least that’s what I tell myself).

That being said, it looks like the credit card companies are giving you an excuse to feel less guilty about putting the latest Marc Jacobs handbag or Christian Louboutin pumps on that lil’ piece of plastic.

Discover launched their biodegradable credit card “in response to greater consumer interest in green products, and they are hoping this will appeal to those interested in living a greener life.”

“The biodegradable Discover Card is another way for environmentally conscious consumers to do their part to help protect our planet.”

“The card itself is made of biodegradable PVC, which breaks down 99% in nine months to five years in soil, water, compost, or whatever microorganisms are present (e.g. landfills or composts). Plus, the card leaves no toxic effect on the environment.”

This seems like a good start, but I would have to agree with the the lovely ladies over at Ladies Lotto,”it can’t possibly be all that good for the environment when it encourages unnecessary consumerism.”

Ponder that for a minute cuz this is one of dem things that make you go “hmmmm.”

Source ladies lotto

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Pharrell Goes Bionic

Ok… I don’t think Pharrell even needs to be promoting something eco-friendly for me to have mad love for his swagger, but him being on the green tip just adds to his ridiculous sex appeal.

Pharrell has teamed up with the folks over at Bionic Yarn, “a textile firm based in New York dedicated to developing environmentally sustainable fabrics. They engineer, market and manufacture premium yarns and fabrics using fibers comprised of recycled plastic bottles.

The fabrics then can be used to make backpacks, luggage, handbags, clothing items and home furnishings.” Look for Pharrell to be incorporating this eco-friendly material into his clothing labels.

Interesting fact- An average pair of jeans made of the bionic yarn fabric contains seven recycled plastic beverage bottles. If adopted by today’s clothing designers, this type of manufacturing could potentially reduce plastic landfills that are already overcrowded.

Source ctothejl and celebrityclothingline.com

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Eagle Rock Eco-Store Regeneration Closing

Thanks to this freakin’ recession. If you’re still short on your gift list, try to make it over for their going out of business sale. Sad.

1629 Eagle Rock Blvd.

Source LA Racked

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Donna Karan Label Goes Fur-Free!!

This is amazing to hear. PETA has tried for years to get Donna Karan amongst other designers to ditch fur. Some successfully and others not. Well days after PETA launched their (now disabled) DonnaKaranBunnyButcher.com site, DK has announced that starting with the fall 2009 line, the fashion house will no longer use fur. Tim Gunn of Project Runway narrated a video that was sent to DK, breaking down the cruel world of fur in the fashion industry.

Thank you to PETA for fighting the fight and to Donna Karan for doing the right thing. Chalk one up for the furry ones thanks to Tim Gunn!

Source Ecorazzi

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Holiday Party Tips And Eco-Chic Gifts On Cocoecomag.com

This is the last big weekend to get your holiday shopping done. If you’re still stumped on those last minute gifts be sure to check out Anna Griffin’s Eco-Chic Gift Giving Guide from her newly launched online magazine, www.cocoecomag.com.

Congratulations Anna, we love the latest issue!

Also in this issue, our girl, Sarah Shewey of Pink Cloud Events gives pointers on throwing an eco-concious holiday soiree. Thanks for the tips Sarah.

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What Would Jesus Buy?

Synopsis: From producer Morgan Spurlock (Super Size Me) and director Rob VanAlkemade, “What Would Jesus Buy?” examines the commercialization of Christmas in America while following Reverend Billy and the Church of Stop Shopping Gospel Choir on a cross-country mission to save Christmas from the Shopocalypse (the end of humankind from consumerism, over-consumption and the fires of eternal debt.) Stop Shopping mission reminds us that even though we may be “hypnotized and consumerized,” we still have a chance to save ourselves this Christmas.

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Green Gift Guide @ Dame Magazine

Check out our “Green Holiday Gift Guide” over at Dame Magazine (www.damemagazine.com). This online mag has a little bit of everything to keep you entertained for hours. It’s our new obsession and it will be yours too. Add it to your RSS feed and be prepared to get schooled!

Posted by jen & thuy

Eco Gift Festival

What: Get your eco-friendly holiday shopping on. There will also be several performances and speakers throughout all three days. Check out our favorite lady, Arianna Huffington, who will be a keynote speaker on Saturday at 2:00 pm.

Where: Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. 1855 Main Street. Santa Monica, CA 90401

When: December 12 & 13 from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. December 14: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Cost: $ 10 per day

Website: Ecogift

Posted by thuy

We Are All Good Consumers And It’s Kinda Scary

It is our duty to consume. Why? Because the system would collapse if we stopped spending and the consequences would be awful.

Has your spending habits changed now that we are in a recession?

Posted by thuy

Eat Well Guide. Local. Sustainable. Organic

The Eat Well Guide, www.eatwellguide.org, is a searchable, online directory of thousands of listings for family farms, restaurants, food co-ops, farmers markets and other purveyors of local, sustainably produced food. The Guide covers the entire U.S. and Canada and is a great resource for making sustainable food connections in your local community. Visit today to find good food near you!

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Green + Chic

We here at GG&S can never get enough of natural, organic beauty products. We came across this site, Green and Chic and I am salivating over the Lavender Chamomile body wash and the Deep Steep Honeydew body butter. Hop on over and check it out here.

Lovely Loomstate

Wanna get your grubby paws on some fine Rogan Gregory for Looomstate eco-friendly gear for the bargain basement prices of $14.99- $49.99?? Well grab your reusable shopping tote and head out to Target for some earth-friendly ‘fits.

Loomstate X Target launches on April 19th, 2009, just before Earth Day.

The line will “offer environmentally friendly goods for women and men. That means environmentally sensitive materials like 100 percent certified organic cotton and sustainable fibers like linen and silk.”

Source fabsugar

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Keep It Cruelty-Free

Cruelty-free shoe and clothing brand, Keep, has teamed up with fashion blogger Nitrolicious for a Keep shoe giveaway. Peep the contest guidelines here.

Source nitrolicious

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Welcome To The Greenhouse

Eco-conscious beauty brand Kiss My Face has the market cornered on all-natural face and body products. Now they are taking things a step further with the launch of their “greenhouse”, an innovative in-store display for their body products such as moisturizers, liquid soaps, body oils etc.

The display is made from 90% recycled materials, while the graphics are printed with non-polluting water solvent inks.

They are also set to launch their ‘Potent and Pure’ line, an organic face care line sold in 65 percent recycled packaging and produced using wind power.

Pucker up!

Source style.com

Posted by jen

Johnny Cupcakes Serves Tasty Green Treats

It looks like cult streetwear brand Johnny Cupcakes has a sweet tooth for the environment. Not only can you cop tasty gear at his bakery inspired store, but now you can stuff your treats into reusable totes.

Hopefully there won’t be a lineup around the block for this release.

Whet your appetite here.

Source ctothejl

Posted by jen

Doctors List Top 10 Healthiest Grocery Stores

1. Whole Foods – for it’s commitment to healthy eating across the board
2. Safeway – for its O Organics in-house brand and an effort to have locally grown produce in stores.
3. Harris Teeter in the Southeast, for its healthy shopping tools like Your Wellness for Life.
4. Trader Joe’s – for the in-store brands that are free of preservatives, trans fats and other unpleasantness.
5. Hannaford in the Northeast, a certified organic supermarket with over 50 locally grown organic produce options.
6. Albertsons – for the in store brand Wild Harvest which is about 15% less than other organic brands in the store.
7. FoodLion for it’s offshoot, Bloom which offers fresh produce and nutrition kiosks where you can print healthy recipes to take home.
8. Publix – for a wide variety of family programs aimed at healthy eating.
9. Pathmark in the Mid-Atlantic is a large buyer or locally grown produce.
10. Super Target – for offering a wide variety of organic and healthy brands like Barbara’s, Kashi and Sahala Snacks.

Repeat Offenders Program

Although the “Repeat Offenders Program” sounds like some kind of rehabilitation program for recently released prisoners, it’s actually the brainchild of Abbot Kinney boutique, Heist.

They’ve created a brown and cream reusable bag that will get you shopping dollars towards purchases at their store each time you use it.

I’ll shop to that!!

Via racked

Posted by jen

For The Fellas

• Handmade recycle symbol cufflinks + ring: $16
• Recycle symbol cufflinks: $50
• Red recycle tie: $58
• Personalized recycle flask: $20

Posted by thuy

H&M Organics

In an effort to be more eco-conscious H&M is aiming to increase the use of organic cotton by 50% in 2009 as compared to its useage in 2008.

You can always count on H&M for reasonably priced but well made interpretations of current runway trends. It’s my go-to spot if I’m in a clothing dilemma or on a budget.

I’m particularly a fan of the organic cotton line, not only for its environmentally friendly properties, but the cotton is super soft.

The Spring 2009 organic collection will include garments made from recycled materials such as PET bottles and textile remnants, wool from worn-out woolen garments and remnants of fabric, as well as recycled cotton which is recycled from fabric remnants in production.

Source nitrolicious

Posted by jen

Gucci For Unicef

For it’s 4th annual campaign to benefit Unicef, Gucci will be releasing a white version of its Tattoo Heart Collection.

25% of the sale will be donated to Unicef and its cause of children’s rights around the world. The bag will be available Nov. 19th, 2008- Jan. 31, 2009 in Gucci stores worldwide.

Rihanna will be featured in the ad campaign.

I’m not sure how much this piece of arm candy costs, but I’m sure it’s steep…. and although it’s for a good cause, I’ll be making my donation directly to the Unicef foundation.

Times are tough and the last thing I need is a new handbag (especially not a leather one).

Via nitrolicious

Flicks nitrolicious & bossip

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Green With Glamour Sale

Go green and stylish with some of your favorite eco-friendly brands such as Popomomo, Del Forte Denim and Good Society. As a special nod to this eventful election day, use the code “GWGVOTE” for 20% off almost everything!

Green With Glamour

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Love For The Hood

On a day of shopping in our neighborhood we noticed several storefronts politickin’.

• Kiki De Montparnasse
• Brooklyn Projects
• Marc Jacobs
• Ten Over Six

Posted by thuy & jen

Shop The Environment

Eco-friendly furniture store, Environment is about to set up shop on the corner of Beverly Blvd in L.A. It’s still in construction phase but we are eagerly anticipating the day these golden gates to “Eco-Heaven” open!!!

Check their online website for their collection and sustainable practices.

Source- rackedla

Posted by jen

Clorox = Green?

Clorox is staking its place in the environmentally-friendly product marketplace. Traditionally Clorox has been perceived as the antithesis of all things green, but not for long.

Launched in January 2008, Clorox Green Works eco-friendly cleaning products are on track to sell $40 million worth of its new line in the U.S, surpassing well known green companies such as Method and Seventh Generation.

Not only are Clorox Green Works products endorsed by conservation group Sierra Club, but they are now one of the few companies who have created cleaning products without the cancer-causing chemical 1,4-dioxane.

Eco-conscious companies such as Method and Seventh Generation are still creating products with this deadly ingredient.

Definitely something to consider on your next trip to Target to pick up your cleaning supplies.

Via grist and greenlagirl

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Brimming With Goodness

I’m loving this hat that was sent to me from Jen Yu, queen bee of the fitted caps at New Era. It may be October, but it’s still warm enough here in LaLa to sport this trilby hat made out of upcycled Cuban coffee sacks and not be stared at as if you were wearing white past Labor Day. Who really follows that fashion faux paux anyways?

Ataahua.

Posted by thuy

Alkemie Jewelry

California-based husband and wife design duo, Ashley Lowengrub and Dara Gerson, have pioneered Alkemie, a line of eco-friendly jewelry made from 100 % reclaimed materials such as copper, nickel, sterling silver and gold. They even make use of recycled bullet casings

The designs are off the chains.. literally! Check out these beautifully crafted cuffs, necklaces, bracelets and rings featuring great designs incorporating skulls, owls, octopus, and birds.

Best of all you can get them at ecoconsciousmarket.com, an online boutique which sells ecologically and socially responsible products and donates a minimum of 10% of every purchase to non-profit organizations. If that weren’t enough, Alkemie jewelry is manufactured in California… Support your local designers!!

After you peruse these tantalizing designs, wipe the drool off your face and start buying!!

(Also available at Intermix, Fred Segal, Roseark, Kitson Men and Shopbop.com.)

Posted by jen

COCOECOMAG.COM

Last night was the launch party for Anna Griffin’s, Coco Eco Magazine. It was held at the D&A (Designers and Agents) Green Market in downtown L.A. There was plenty of free-flowing alcohol to sip while perusing the eco-fashions.

All of the usual green suspects were in the hizzle-Bahar Shahpar, Edun, Toms Shoes and Alkemie jewelry to name a few. Of course we bumped into Sarah Shewey of Pink Cloud Events, as well as partners-in-crime Summer Bowen (BTC Elements) and Siel (greenlagirl.com).

We can’t wait to check out the first edition of Coco Eco Magazine. Congrats Anna!!

Posted by jen & thuy

Muso Koroni

Muso Koroni is an Austrian online vegan boutique that carries mens/womens fashions and accessories. They’re having a 50 percent off sale on their Matt & Nat bags. The bags are affordable at full price but with half off, it’s a steal.

Posted by thuy

Beautiful Beausoleil

I love the irony of the leather clutch chillin’ beside the eco-friendly, organic cotton, fair trade Beausoleil reusable tote bag. Hey, you can’t win ‘em all! And this tote is dope.

Cop it online and throw your organic veggies in there, or use it as a beach bag, maybe even an overnight bag… you get the picture!

Snapped this flick at Funky LaLa‘s in the East Village

Thanks Grace

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Rock The Vote On RSWD

Living on Melrose and Fairfax has its advantages, like being able to walk down the street to visit the homies that run Hall of Fame, Diamond & Huf. Chocolate cupcakes from Canters. Agent Provocateur. Parties and events so close to my apartment, I can drink to my hearts content and not have to worry about a ride home. Last but not least, cruising over to The Hundreds to register to vote, thanks to Dom Kennedy.

I love my hood!

Posted by thuy

Change, Hope, Yes We Can

Trollback + Company has designed a limited edition series of buttons as an act of support for Senator Obama. 100 of each set will be available on a first-come first-serve basis.

Pin these to your organic cotton reusable tote and rep for Obama and the environment!

Click here for more info.

Via misscrew

Posted by jen

The Hundreds Rock The Vote

Leave it to street wear gurus, The Hundreds to walk the walk instead of just talking the talk. L.A rap artist, Dom Kennedy, will be posted outside their Rosewood store with legitimate voter registration forms, to encourage the Fairfax crowd, and anyone else who happens to be in the hood, to sign up to vote. Gotta love the hands-on approach!

If you happen to be in neighborhood, Declare Yourself!! Oh, and cop a Rosewood Collecion t-shirt while you’re at it. The collection drops tomorrow, Friday Oct. 10th.

The Hundreds
7909 Rosewood Ave
Los Angeles, CA
90048

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Rogan NYC

Stopped in at the environmentally and socially-conscious Rogan store on Bowery looking for some eco-friendly finds. Didn’t have much time to shop because we were on a tight timeline. I had meant to snap some flicks of their organic cotton tees but only had time to snap a pic of the cute shop boy before I was told I couldn’t take pictures in the store (priorities, right??)

Ooops! I guess you’ll have to go to their website to check out all of their goodies. Check out Rogan Objects, a line of furnishings which includes the use of recycled materials.

Posted by jen

Packin’ Heat: Au Naturale Stylee

Donna Karen bamboo/cotton Eco-Tech chonies on sale now for the low price of $11.99.

Posted by thuy