In Maine, Brahms Mount Keeps American Textile Tradition Alive
In Hallowell, Maine, Brahms Mount is designing, weaving, and hand-finishing heirloom quality bed and bath products. One of the last-standing textile mills in the U.S., it has been operating for the...
View ArticleFashion Collection Biomimicks Snakeskin Using Recycled Woodchips
Fashion has often been role-cast as a wasteful industry, but we've seen how up-and-coming fashion designers are increasingly using discarded materials in sustainable ways to create stunning work.
View Article5 Fall Jackets We Want Now
After a record-setting summer of heat across most of the United States, it's finally fall -- which means you probably need a jacket.
View ArticleArtist Maria Moyer Creates Plankton-Inspired Porcelain Jewelry for Loomstate...
Artist Maria Moyer is a sculptor, first and foremost. In her most recent body of work she creates ocean-inspired porcelain sculptures for Loomstate. Called "Blue", the
View ArticleEco-Fashion Wins Big at Cartier Women's Initiative Award
After a second round of the Women's Initiative Award competition, Cartier names the 2011 Laureates at the Annual Global Meeting of the Women's Forum in Deauville, France.
View ArticlePACT Apparel Wants to Outfit Your Toes, Too (Photos)
Known for their organic cotton skivvies and wardrobe essentials like t-shirts and tanks, PACT Apparel has yet to cover your hoofs, that is, until now. The California-based brand wants to "create a...
View ArticleThis Weekend, Timberland Earthkeepers Pops Up in New York City
TreeHugger's Roberta recently reported that Timberland is "sticking to its sustainable agenda" after its acquisition by VF Corp. To that point, the brand is keeping their Earthkeeping community
View ArticleGen Art: Will Sustainability be the Future of Fashion?
Will sustainability be part of the fashion industry in 5 to 10 years? Do the up-and-coming fashionistas feel the green movement is even important? These were the questions running through my head as I...
View ArticleIcebreaker Gives Outdoor Apparel a Street-Smart Twist for Spring 2012
Icebreaker's Journey Cruise Dress, Spring 2012. Photo: Icebreaker Icebreakertraceable clothing, infuses their active wear collection with everyday wardrobe staples this season, making it even easier...
View ArticleUse Etsy to Find Local and Handcrafted Holiday Yoga Treats
My flame for the small-business and artisan supporting marketplace was re-kindled surfing the 263 items -- from mat bags, to hand-knit yoga socks, calming wall art and more -- made locally in Brooklyn...
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