My pal Emily pointed out to me that Gilt Groupe (which is like Rue La La I think) is having an Earth Day themed sale with eco-friendly brands! What a great idea. Here is one eco-boutique they were promoting today which looks particularly neat:
Doucette Duvall "practices environmental and social responsibility by manufacturing the entire collection in New York City's historic garment district, using pre-existing fabric and trim, shunning extraneous garment bags and hang tags, and shipping in recycled boxes only. Look for the "little green dress" in each collection as a reminder of their commitment to Madame Earth. A portion of the proceeds from the lgd are donated to the non-profit group, Build it Green, who share a similar reuse ideal. For more information, please visit: www.bignyc.org."
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| from doucetteduvall.com fall 2009 collection |
I stumbled up a local company named Proxy who had a ethical fashion show last night to celebrate Earth Day. I wish I had known about it!
Proxy is based in Somerville (around the corner from my aerials class!), and looks pretty awesome. It's an ethical fashion company that believes in sweat-shop free manufacturing, and fair trade, socially responsible apparel; while still being fashion forward and supporting emerging designers. They have a blog, and it looks like they are consistently putting together awesome events like this fashion show, a sample sale, and a clothing swap. I'm going to start following them and try to go their next event. I've been looking for a company like this in Boston since I started this blog!
And finally, in honor of Earth Day I think we should all go outside and hug a tree... actually no. Let's be more progressive! I think we should each make an eco-resolution instead, like trying to cut down on your waste (fashion or otherwise), and trying to recycle more. Earth Day is a good day to remind us all to do our part for this little planet we call our home!
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I love your blerg, Ellen. I have just now caught up with the last month or so and am so impressed with/inspired by the info you've shared. And I know Newbury St. isn't the place for it, but there are some great thrift shops in the city (for shopping eco-friendly). For ex: Urban Renewals in Allston, Boomerang's in JP, and the Sal Val in Cambridge for starters. I try to wear and shop mostly vintage, but like you, am an Anthro junkie. Let's hope they start carrying more eco-friendly and locally-made items asap!
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