What to Wear: Eco-Outfit for City Sightseeing
On a recent trip to Kyoto, I trucked all over the city seeing temples, eating soba, buying loads of Hello Kitty phone charms (they are just so cute!), and going straight from sightseeing to dinner. Inspired by the outfit on the right from ShopBop’s ‘Ultimate Closet for Fall’ look book, I’ve outlined the eco-alternatives to get the look. This outfit is perfect for a day out walking, followed by a night of good eats and maybe a little sake. Here is what you need to for this eco-outfit:
BLACK LEATHER CROSS BODY BAG, Coach, second life cycle, from TantesHaus available at MarketPublique.com, $100.
COLOR BLOCKED SWEATER, recycled fabric, by GoodOne available at Yoox.com, $98.
DALIA TROUSERS, by Stella McCartney, $595.
FAIR ISLE SHORT SOCKS, 100% wool & fairtrade, available at PeopleTree.com, 35 GBP.
ADDISON LACE-UP WEDGE, 100% vegan, by Cri de Coeur, $450.
Lollihop Vegan Snack Box
Do you ever catch yourself running from one thing to the next and you don’t have time to sneak in a bite but you are almost running on empty? Yea, I knew I wasn’t the only one with that problem. I am so excited to share that Lollihop has created snack boxes that are catered specifically to your dietary needs (I am the vegan and gluten-free variety). They mail them to you so you are fully stocked on tasty snacks that are specific to helping you reach your optimal performance. That is a whole lot of yummy awesomeness!
Of Note: Dents Upcycled Leather Driving Gloves
Keeping up with the fast pace of the ever-changing fashion industry, stylists and designers placed driving gloves on models for A/W11 shoots and runway shows, giving way to a new trend for the season. They are a great way to make any outfit look fierce and up to date. Their classic shape and noteworthy detailing make them an investment piece worth springing for. We love Dents Keyhole Driving Gloves simply for their style, and were happy to learn that Dents sources their quality leather from the meat industry, as a bi-product. Now you can confidently grab a hold of your style with substance!
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Toms Eyewear.
Toms Shoes is known for the awesome social responsibility business model of their one for one motto. Now, with the recent launch of their eyewear line, for every pair of Toms sunglasses sold they will help another gain sight. As Blake Mycoskie expands his one for one model in others ares, I am in full support!
Laid Back in Beverly Hills.
I am loving the casual chic tone that California Girls take when dressing. Of course, you have the very dressed up and perfectly coordinated Cali girls, but I am tapped into the easy does it culture- where long hair and a great bag are all you need to make any outfit work.
OUTFIT DETAILS (* denotes an eco-fabulous piece):
T-SHIRT*: c/o Off Our Chests, socially responsible + made partially from Modal
LEGGINGS: Helmut Lang
SHOES: St. Tropez
BAG: Kate Spade
HAT*: second life cycle from a designer resale shop in Tokyo
Rest in peace, Steve. For your contribution to this world we are eternally grateful.
Fast Company’s Made in the USA app highlights 76 products designed and made in the US. It is a sweet app with lots of cool features, and will likely introduce you to a new product, made locally, that you will have to have!
Harajuku Girl. I’ve just spent the past ten days in Japan, roaming the city streets of Tokyo and Kyoto. I read a great book called A Geek in Japan in preparation for my trip, and it was the perfect intro to Japanese pop culture and fashion. Yet, no book can prepare you for the awesome individual style of the Japanese! I adopted a couple of signature pieces that swayed my style to a more playful Japanese influence: knee socks and a bow headband.
OUTFIT DETAILS (* denotes an eco-fabulous piece):
DENIM TOP*: American Eagle Button Down, second life cycle, Buffalo Exchange in Boulder CO
SHORTS: Guild Prime, Tokyo
TOP*: silk blend top, second lifecycle, Buffalo Exchange in Boulder CO
SOCKS: Tabio, Tokyo
SHOES*: c/o Cri de Coeur, vegan, New York
BAG: Kate Spade
HEADBAND: Before the Bloom, Tokyo
PS- check out this website for more Harajuku Style!
