crossposted by request: 15 Green Fashionistas

[bananas]

Cross-posted by request from the E/E forum: http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=115&topic_id=108316&mesg_id=108325

http://www.grist.org/news/maindish/2007/08/09/fashionistas/index.html

15 Green Fashionistas

09 Aug 2007

These fashionistas aren't just talking the talk, they're walking the catwalk. See who's shining a spotlight on clothing with a conscience, then join our comment thread below.

1. Tierra Del Forte
Just call her Ms. Green Jeans. This designer and founder of Del Forte Denim has created a line of premium organic denim for women. And when your favorite pair has seen its last days, send it back to her for Project Rejeaneration reuse and renewal.

2. Stella McCartney
A strict vegetarian, McCartney (daughter of Sir Paul and Linda) is an avid supporter of PETA and refuses to use fur or leather in her designs. Earlier this year, she unveiled a skincare line containing 100 percent organic active ingredients.

3. Summer Rayne Oakes
A self-described "eco-style expert," Oakes is a Cornell-educated scientist who now focuses on modeling -- but only clothing made from organic or recycled materials. A frequent spokesperson for eco-fashion, Oakes also publishes S4, a newsletter reporting on sustainability trends in the industry.

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[xchrom]

1. ...

:woohoo:

guilt free threads -- does it get better than that.

and imagine how cool your jeans would be getting them refurbished?

[Kolesar]

2. My first trip to the lounge this year

[xchrom]

3. oh we're a fun crew -- you should hang with us.

just be sure to check your serious scarf at the door.

unless we're having an aa flamefest.

[xchrom]

4. kicking for my fellow clothes hounds

[bananas]

6. The interview with Summer Rayne Oakes is fun

http://www.grist.org/news/maindish/2006/09/07/sabel/

[xchrom]

7. it really is! thanks.

[Flaxbee]

5. thanks! great resource ---

:hi: