Showing posts with label Mar Y Sol. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mar Y Sol. Show all posts

Thursday, April 19, 2012

On Trend: Yellow


Nothing screams warm weather like yellow. It's just so happy and vivacious. Crowned as "the color that celebrities love right now" by Instyle, yellow is an easy way to brighten up your wardrobe. And even though my boyfriend isn't the biggest fan, I'm going to wear it anyway (added perk: it makes me look tan). Here are my eco-friendly and fair trade picks for this sunshine hue.



Organic Cotton T-Shirt by Zara - $16.90
Organic cotton at a super affordable price?
Yes, please. But seriously, these shirts go quick.

Fairtrade Skinny Jeans in Lemon Sorbet by Monkee Genes - $109.07
"No slave labour. No child labour."
Fairly traded and crafted in Soil Association certified 
organic cotton, Monkee Genes are both ethical and stylish.

Honey Dipped Cookie Dress by Curator - $149.99
Made of hemp and organic cotton, this lovely dress by Curtor
is made sustainably in the United States. Available through ModCloth.

Ariel Ombre Clutch by Mar Y Sol - $79.99
Handmade and woven from sustainably sourced materials,
Mar Y Sol's beautiful clutches and handbags promote fair 
trade practices and environmental conservation in Madagascar.

Classic Espadrilles by Soludos - $50.88
Made with eco-friendly jute and all natural cotton, these
shoes are absolutely perfect for summertime.



So, what do you think? Will you be wearing yellow this season?

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Showing Love For Our Planet! Eco-Friendly Valentine's Day Gifts

Maybe I'm being a bit materialistic about Valentine's Day, but seriously: I found some sweet goodies that'll put you in the holiday spirit. There's just something about hearts, roses, and chocolate that can turn a girl into mush... but be careful! Traditional V-day gifts have a bad rep for being wasteful and/or harmful. Flowers sprayed with pesticides? Illegal diamonds? Chemical-laced perfumes? Okay, you get the picture. Whether you're buying for someone else or just for yourself, try to make a conscious effort to buy from responsible retailers. Our planet needs some loving, too!

Here are some of my favorite picks that will make your Valentine's Day eco-fabulous. Enjoy! :)



1. Heart Cluster Cuff by Kris Nations - $85.00
made in the USA from recycled 14k gold overlay.


2. One Dozen Rich Pink Roses by Organic Bouquet - $49.95
sustainably grown, these gorgeous organic roses are fair trade certified.


3. Osaka Necklace by Hovey Lee - $118.00
beautiful locket made from vintage brass.


4. Marielle Clutch by Mar Y Sol - $120.00
handmade using raffia, cotton, and carved wood.


5. Gourmet Vegan Organic Assorted Chocolates - $25.00
the title says it all... delicious!


6. Ilia Pure Lip Care in Bang Bang - $24.00
a sheer romantic red that conditions lips naturally. perfect for v-day!


7. Vivienne Westwood for Melissa Lady Dragon VIII Heeled Sandals - $215.00
Melissa's signature eco-plastic shoes paired with Westwood's bold style.


8. Red Doves Tote by Apple & Bee - $34.95
organic cotton complete with an adorable print.

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Happy November!
Eco Fall Fashion Under $100

I can't believe it's been over a month since I blogged! So sorry for the neglect, guys! But not to worry. I'm getting back into the game... I promise :)

Fall is one of my favorite seasons. Everything thing is pumpkin flavored, the trees are beautiful, and you get to snuggle up with a hot cup of tea... what's not to love? So for November, I was inspired to do another affordable fashion feature with fall-colored items. Everything is under a hundred bucks so eat your heart out bargain lovers.


Corduroy pants by Blank at Curators - $88.00
Earrings by Hovey Lee Campbell at Spirit Beauty Lounge - $40.00
Shoes by TOMS - $69.00
Sunflower Clutch by Mar Y Sol - $79.00
Dress by Go Green M by M at Fashion Conscience - $47.00
Sweet Dreams Bracelet at Global Girlfriend - $9.95







What do you think? What's your favorite thing about fall?