I’m not shy about how much I love Namaste Handbags. They are the most beautiful vegan bags and they are also affordable with most retailing below 100 bucks, making them fab gifts for the ethically-stylish fashionistas in your life! I simply cannot go anywhere without mine! And if there’s any question to that, check out this impromptu interview I gave on the Green Carpet at Green Festival LA, along with a peek inside my gorg black ‘Monroe’ Namaste bag!
I was so excited when I stumbled upon Sprout Watches! They are just so LA-cool! Created with materials like cork, bamboo, and corn resin, these watches are not only sustainably-chic, but surprisingly affordable! Men’s and women’s watches retail from $30-$80 – though I love the men’s for the gals too! Isn’t it time your wrist reflects your eco style?
Happy Shopping!
Congratulations to Gwyn who won the Sugar Baby Apron! I’ve sent you an email with details 
Another fabulous giveaway coming up on Sunday!
I’m thrilled to be bringing you a giveaway from one of my favorite companies! Sugar Baby Aprons make the most feminine, flirty aprons ever! I adore her designs and wear them as often as possible! If you’ve ever seen me cook at a festival or event, I’ve probably been wearing one of my Sugar Baby Aprons We are giving away the “Lucy” apron which makes the perfect gift for your Mom, Sister, Friends, and Hostess! Or win it for yourself and twirl around your kitchen in it!
To enter follow me and Sugar Baby Aprons on Facebook, Twitter, and or Pinterest and let me know in a comment below which you do. Entries are given for each one! One (1) winner will be drawn at random on December 13th so enter soon and spread the love! Good Luck!!!
xoxo
PS there’s another exciting giveaway happening this week so stay tuned!
I recently gave this Eco Kids Eco-Dough to my nephews and they love it! Super bright colors made from vegetable and fruit extracts and best of all it’s non-toxic! Essential oils keep the dough soft and pliable. You can buy it here at one of my favorite shops Bella Beach Kids. Check out there site, they have a nice variety of the hottest trends and a whole eco-friendly section.
Happy Shopping!
What better way to kick-off a December full of my favorite eco-friendly gifts than to start with my favorite shoes in the world! Melissa shoes are 100% recyclable! That means that when you are done with them you can simply toss them in any recycling bin! How cool is that? They also do collaborations with incredible designers including Jason Wu, Salinas, Disney, and so many more!
So give that special guy or gal in your life the gift of cozy, chic feet!
Clockwise from top left:
Vivienne Westwood for Melissa
Melissa Ultragirl + Jason Wu Lace
Happy Shopping!
I often get asked questions about how to carry “kind” living into other facets in your life. Being eco-conscious isn’t just about what you eat, it is also about your lifestyle. So, I thought I’d share some of my favorite beauty products with you. Now I will preface this list by saying that I am in no way connected to any of these products, these are the products I actually use in my everyday life
I put my hair through a lot! Travels, heat treatment, pulling, pinning… thank goodness for Aveda Dry Remedy Shampoo and Conditioner that leaves my hair soft and smooth.
Aveda Inner Light Mineral Tinted Moisturizer In fact, all of my concealers, powders, and blushes are Aveda. I have really sensitive skin and I find Aveda products give the best results for daytime looks or camera ready red-carpet without giving me breakouts.
Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics eye shadows Gorgeous colors with none of the animal and chemical ingredients!
Tarte Cosmetics mascara A nice rich color that make your lashes look lovely.
Aveda lip liner and lip shine The average woman eats 4-9 pounds of lipstick in her lifetime… make sure it’s at least lipstick without lead or petroleum!
Of course living in Southern California I am outside a lot and always wear my sunscreen! I love this one by Jason!
L’Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream A little pricy but so worth it when my hands get super dry from all the cooking!
I love Scotch Naturals nail polish because it’s eco-friendly and they have great colors!
Alba Botanica Nourishing Coconut Milk Shave Cream gives a close shave and smells super fabulous!
EcoTools Recycled Plastic Bath Poof the best way to lather up!
I do have to give a shout out to my favorite salon in the world for giving me my eco-licious locks! Planet Salon in Beverly Hills is just the BEST!
Madrid Utensil Set, CoreBamboo.com
Artisanal Bamboo Salt Chest, UncommonGoods.com
Bamboo Chandalier, BedBathandBeyond.com
Mortar and Pestle, CoreBamboo.com
Magnetic Wipe-off Board, The Container Store
Sink Drainer & Cutting Board, UncommonGoods.com
Keep daddy’s conscience clear and style hip with these cool Father’s Day gift ideas I found:
Jake Spade Woody iPhone Cover, Bloomingdales
Eco-Friendly Watch, Sprout Watches
Mobile Foodie Survival Kit, Uncommon Goods
Recycled Vegan Computer Bag, English Retreads
Tie Bottle Openers Set of Two, World Market
Happy Fathers Day!!
As a gal who never wants to sacrifice style for sustainability, I’m always elated to see a high fashion house do their part to be a little more eco-concious. So bravo to Gucci who just launched their “liquid wood” sunglasses!
They are made up from sustainable managed forests and natural wax which makes these frames not only chic, but biodegradable as well! These glasses are just the next step in many that Gucci is starting to make. In 2010 they replaced all their plastic laminated shopping bags with bags that are 100% recyclable. They have also been making efforts to reduce their carbon footprint by reducing their trucks by 30%. Here is a quote from Patrizio di Marco, President and CEO of Gucci, “The world’s leading brands are rightly judged today, not just on the quality of their products and services, but also on the way they act in the community and towards the environment. Since 2004 Gucci has volunteered for assessment to qualify for the certification of Corporate Social Responsibility across its entire supply chain.”
So while I’m still waiting for Gucci to ditch the leather they use…. I have two words about these sunglasses… I WANT!
