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Shopping • Celebrity • Fashion

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Edun's Stylishly Sustainable Fall 2008 'Nocturne' Collection

Bono is known for his philanthropic ways, so it's no surprise that he and his wife, Ali Hewson, created Edun, a label that might just be the most socially conscious and civic-minded luxury line in the fashion world to date. "The whole purpose of Edun is to work sustainably in Africa, India and Peru," explains Hewson. "Those communities have people who have lost jobs because companies have moved to other countries for 20 cents less a T-shirt. We feel it's important to stay in those communities and build up trade there because at the end of the day, trade is going to do more than aid. This is a way of trying to balance that and do business on this continent - and still make a profit." Edun's Fall 2008 collection, called "Nocturne," is just as appealing as the cause it represents. When Hewson swung by San Francisco to promote the first-ever pop up store at Azalea in Hayes Valley, I had the opportunity to check out the laid-back, yet stylishly brooding "nocturnal" collection. "We just wanted to do a pop up store because we don't have any retail stores of our own," says Hewson. "For us to be able to show the collection in its entirety and get a reaction to the entire collection rather than just single pieces." For all you San Franciscans, the pop-up store runs through Nov. 17, but if you can't make it, Hewson said that they do plan on opening a stand alone Edun store in the future. Till then, check out some of these Edun goodies for men and women in the slideshow.

Also Read :   ali hewson,  azalea,  bono,  edun,  nocturne,  sustainable

Design • Home

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Cool Stuff Made of Reclaimed Wood!

From furniture to home accessories to jewelry, artisans and even mainstream companies are now making objects from one of the greenest materials available: reclaimed wood. Reclaimed wood can come from a variety of sources--dilapidated homes, barn beams, and rail road tracks, to name a few--and its use keeps manufacturers from further depleting our world's forests. What's so great about that? Deforestation is one cause of global warming, not to mention all of the wildlife, ecosystems, and biodiversity that are harmed by clearing our forests. So, do the world a favor and shop for products made out of reclaimed, recycled, or sustainably harvested wood! Need some ideas? Check out my slideshow of cool products made with reclaimed wood!

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Style • Fashion

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Eco Style: Shake Your Booties The Environmentally Friendly Way

I've never been a summer wardrobe kind of girl. You might say that I endure summer fashion. How strange is that coming from someone who has lived in sunny Southern California her whole life?! But, I relish the time when the seasons change and we move into cooler weather and...wait for it...BOOTS! I love boots and there is no question that boots, short and tall, fun and elegant, are in for fall. They're everywhere and eco fashion designers are getting it so right this season. With Stella McCartney and Cri de Coeur leading the way earning two of my picks, here are 10 of my favorite eco-friendly and vegan boots to help you get a jump on the season. An educational note: There is a difference between an eco-friendly shoe and a vegan shoe. Vegan means that absolutely no animal products are used, but the materials are not necessarily sustainable. Call it socially responsible. Eco friendly means the materials used are either recycled, vegetable tanned leathers (as opposed to chemically tanned) or other sustainable textiles. Click on the SLIDESHOW to shop them all, and for more great eco fashion, go to whiteapricot.com.

Also Read :   booties,  boots,  cri de couer,  eco conscious,  eco-friendly,  environmentally friendly,  green,  green fashion,  leather,  shoes,  short boots,  stella mccartney,  sustainable,  tall boots,  vegan

Shopping • Fashion

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Stylehive Spotlight: Welcome Feel More Human To The Hive!

Feel More Human is your super stylish source for modern products and decor with a realistic edge. Their idea of what is modern is much more than just good design- it's about creating a balance and living stylishly and sustainably, instead of choosing one or the other. So go ahead and splurge on that new Mulberry tote, but plunk it down on Feel More Human's 'Palau Lite' sofa when you get home. See? You can have your organic cake and eat it too. Check out the Feel More Human community page on Stylehive, and be sure to take advantage of this great deal-- free shipping when you spend $100!

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Next Big Thing • Fashion

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Next Big Thing: Bodkin Redefines Eco-Chic

What do you get when you combine two friends, an eye for impeccable design, a stint as a fashion features editor at Nylon, and a background on sustainability? Bodkin. Designer Samantha Pleet and writer Eviana Hartman brought their vast interests together seamlessly for the fashion-forward, Brooklyn-based collection, but as Hartman says, it is the whole process - sourcing the materials and knowing where they come from - that defines them as a socially conscious label. And while they're both passionate about this cause, they try not to let it overwhelm their design philosophy. Pleet's signature fairytale-esque style adds a bit of lighthearted flair to the sleek, streamlined collection, giving it a playfulness many other sustainability-focused labels lack. The color palette is limited to black and cream, but this lends a level of sophistication also missing from most eco-friendly fashion. Click my SLIDESHOW to see what Bodkin's all about!

Also Read :   bodkin,  brooklyn,  designers,  eco-chic,  eco-friendly,  eviana hartman,  hiveslides,  nbt,  next big thing,  organic,  samantha pleet,  sustainable

Style

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Editor's Pick: Cole Scego Design Is Made In the Shade (Literally)

Sometimes people surprise you. Take designer Cole Scego. At first glance, his color-saturated work had me thinking he spends his days and nights in the most happening of urban locales. But no. Cole actually lives in the woods of rural Missouri with his wife and two Weimaraners. When asked if he feels at all isolated from city life, Cole maintains the bright lights just weren't for him! Turns out, it's not where you are but who you are and what you believe in that really matters. And Cole's line of quirky, offbeat furniture reflects both his love of nature, and concern for the environment. Check out my slideshow of my favorite furniture and art from Cole Scego Design.

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Style • Home

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10 Chic Pieces To Transform Your Outdoor Space

Warm weather means one thing: It's time to move the party outside! (It's also time to grab that pitcher of spiked lemonade, fire up the barbie, and dig out the portable iPod speakers....you know the drill.) And these days, with all the great outdoor furniture and accessories available, there's no excuse for not making your balcony or yard every bit as stylish as that sleek outdoor hotel lounge you've been admiring for years. Whether you're aiming for a luxe, island vibe, a funky, mod look, or an eco-friendly retreat, all the Hive's coolest outdoor pieces are rounded up in this heat-wave-worthy SLIDESHOW!

Also Read :   adirondack,  chaise,  decor,  hiveslides,  lighting,  living,  lounge,  nest,  outdoor,  sling,  stylemeg,  summer,  sustainable

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Editor's Pick: Alabama Chanin Mixes Sustainability and Southern Charm

There's certainly no shortage of designers who strive to incorporate sustainability into their work, but there are a few whose designs embody the true essence of sustainability. Natalie "Alabama" Chanin is one such designer. From imaginative home decor and organic cottons to a limited-edition jewelry line, the intricate handmade designs that make up her Alabama Chanin label are just as important as the local communities and artisans who produce them. I spoke to Natalie about her current projects and extensive list of endeavors, and she was incredibly gracious in answering all of our questions. Read on to learn more about the concepts behind her work, the artisans who transform them into reality, and the projects that are keeping this deeply rooted designer on her toes.

Also Read :   alabama,  alabama chanin,  artisans,  designers,  hiveslides,  home decor,  interviews,  sustainable

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10 Green Nursery Items for the Eco-Chicest Kid on the Block

From organic cotton onesies to vintage wood toys, the current baby boom and celebrity bump watch means green baby items are in major demand. With all of Brad's environmental efforts in New Orleans, we wouldn't be surprised to hear that the tiniest Brangelina clan members are the most green and glam of the under-6 set. And if Angie's SAG dress really does bode twins for Brangelina's furniture? We're guessing that's one nursery that'll be maxed-out in good-for-the-earth, good-for-the-health greenness.

Also Read :   baby,  eco friendly,  green,  hiveslides,  kids,  sustainable
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