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		<title>Stella McCartney Drops Some Disturbing Truths About Leather [Video]</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2015 10:00:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Abbie Stutzer]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;The True Cost&#8221; is filled with a lot of fashion industry truths. But one of the more disturbing truths it reveals is that more than 50 million animals are killed each year for leather. The below clip features sustainable fashion icon Stella McCartney talking about the not-so-pretty or fashionable side of leather. Related on EcoSalon&#8230;</p>
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<p><em>&#8220;The True Cost&#8221; is filled with a lot of fashion industry truths. But one of the more disturbing truths it reveals is that more than 50 million animals are killed each year for leather.</em></p>
<p>The below <a href="http://www.takepart.com/video/2015/05/26/stella-mccartney-shoes-are-not-leather?cmpid=foodinc-fb" target="_blank">clip</a> features sustainable fashion icon Stella McCartney talking about the not-so-pretty or fashionable side of leather.</p>
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<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/from-upcycled-to-vegan-leather-gorgeous-jackets-for-fall-and-winter/">From Upcycled to Vegan Leather: Gorgeous Jackets for Fall and Winter</a></p>
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		<title>7 New Pieces from Stella McCartney You Have to See</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2015 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Amanda Zantal-Wiener]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Stella McCartney is a long-time favorite here at EcoSalon. Whether it’s her vegan products or her extensive charity involvement, Stella is, without question, one of the biggest names in ethical fashion. Her latest line is no exception. Debuting at Manhattan’s Convent of the Sacred Heart last Tuesday, Stella McCartney’s Pre-Fall 2015 collection is abound with&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://ecosalon.com/7-new-pieces-from-stella-mccartney-you-have-to-see/">7 New Pieces from Stella McCartney You Have to See</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://ecosalon.com">EcoSalon</a>.</p>
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<p><em>Stella McCartney is a long-time favorite here at EcoSalon. Whether it’s her vegan products or her extensive charity involvement, Stella is, without question, one of the biggest names in ethical fashion.</em></p>
<p>Her latest line is no exception. Debuting at Manhattan’s Convent of the Sacred Heart last Tuesday, Stella McCartney’s Pre-Fall 2015 collection is abound with the signature faux fur (her clientele “want[s] the fake fur alternative,” she told Women&#8217;s Wear Daily), oversized coats and generous sweaters so strongly associated with her designs. One trend of note is the universal nature of the pieces; though classified as Pre-Fall, many of them can easily adapt to warmer temperatures and spring fashion trends.</p>
<p>We picked seven pieces from <a href="http://ecosalon.com/link-love-stella-mccartney-goes-all-out-for-animals-yoga-dates-how-to-shop-vintage-like-a-pro/">Stella McCartney</a>’s latest collection that will keep you covered, be it February or June.</p><div id="inContentContiner"><!-- /4450967/ES-In-Content -->
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<p>1. <img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-149318" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/stella_m_autumn_15_look18-276x415.jpg" alt="7 New Pieces from Stella McCartney You Have to See" width="276" height="415" /></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/experience/experience/autumn-2015-lookbook/" target="_blank">Stella McCartney</a></em></p>
<p>This white top, accented with a black stencil print, will look great over leggings and under a long blazer throughout the winter months. Come the spring thaw, lose the layers and pair it with a belt to create a shirt-dress. For the more modest, a pair of black shorts and strappy sandals.</p>
<p>2. <img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-149319" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/stella_m_autumn_15_look23-276x415.jpg" alt="7 New Pieces from Stella McCartney You Have to See" width="276" height="415" /></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/experience/experience/autumn-2015-lookbook/" target="_blank">Stella McCartney</a></em></p>
<p>It’s easy to have fun with animal prints when there’s no fur involved. These leopard-inspired shoes work as a distinct accessory year-round. Combine them with a black pantsuit in colder temperatures, swapping the dark trousers for loose, white linen bottoms after Memorial Day.</p>
<p>3. <img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-149320" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/stella_m_autumn_15_look29-276x415.jpg" alt="7 New Pieces from Stella McCartney You Have to See" width="276" height="415" /></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/experience/experience/autumn-2015-lookbook/" target="_blank">Stella McCartney</a></em></p>
<p>Maxi dresses have dominated the streets of summer for a few seasons now, showing no sign of fading. A rare maxi appearance before spring is always refreshing, especially when creatively worn with outerwear. This one will prove winter-worthy if topped with a cozy trench and ankle boots.</p>
<p>4. <img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-149321" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/stella_m_autumn_15_look36-276x415.jpg" alt="7 New Pieces from Stella McCartney You Have to See" width="276" height="415" /></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/experience/experience/autumn-2015-lookbook/" target="_blank">Stella McCartney</a></em></p>
<p>Everything old is new again: An adage particular accurate when it comes to the jumpsuit. This black one-piece is timelessly chic, with a sexy strapless top that will translate into a <a href="http://ecosalon.com/5-sexy-summer-dresses-eco-fashion-for-hot-nights/">hot look for summer</a>. Until then, throw a brightly-colored blazer and scarf over it to keep warm.</p>
<p>5. <img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-149316" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/stella_m_autumn_15_look5-276x415.jpg" alt="7 New Pieces from Stella McCartney You Have to See" width="276" height="415" /></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/experience/experience/autumn-2015-lookbook/" target="_blank">Stella McCartney</a></em></p>
<p>Wearing white can be dangerous, especially in the winter, with its grimy snowbanks and higher risk of soup spillage. Stella dares us to be bold with this head-to-toe milky ensemble. The good news: The skirt will make for a delightfully airy addition to any summer wardrobe, brilliantly complemented with a vivid top or open-toed stilettos.</p>
<p>6. <img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-149317" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/stella_m_autumn_15_look6-276x415.jpg" alt="7 New Pieces from Stella McCartney You Have to See" width="276" height="415" /></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/experience/experience/autumn-2015-lookbook/" target="_blank">Stella McCartney</a></em></p>
<p>Winter fashion has earned a poor reputation for being monochrome and drab. Accessories are a valuable tool in beating that stereotype, and this mustard shoulder bag fits that description. Its cheery hue will also serve well in the summer sun, adding a splash of color to the aforementioned white apparel.</p>
<p>7. <img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-149322" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/stella_m_autumn_15_look38-276x415.jpg" alt="7 New Pieces from Stella McCartney You Have to See" width="276" height="415" /></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/experience/experience/autumn-2015-lookbook/" target="_blank">Stella McCartney</a></em></p>
<p>About those shoulder-baring tops: Strapless clothing and sparkling accessories are a perfect match. A chunky pendant or sultry drop earrings, like these, pair beautifully with such pieces. Another pleasingly season-agnostic attribute of jewelry: In general, it’s weather-resistant.</p>
<p><b>Related on EcoSalon</b></p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/behind-the-label-is-stella-mccartney-a-sustainable-brand/">Behind the Label: Is Stella McCartney A Sustainable Brand?</a></p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/the_perfect_fall_to_winter_to_spring_cover_up/">The Perfect Fall to Winter to Spring Cover Up</a></p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/sustainability-for-the-seasons-and-your-mood-clothing-that-changes-shape/">Sustainability for the Seasons (and Your Mood): Clothing that Changes Shape</a></p>
<p><em>Top Image: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/avedaphotos/16273026925/in/photolist-qKGE5J-qvrdV3-qMQmxX-qMZvXK-qMVkg9-qvxAQT-qvreaw-qKGHiY-pQZvwo-qMZyiM-qMVmn7-qMZvL2-qKGHry-qKGGSh" target="_blank">Aveda Corporation</a></em></p>
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		<title>Link Love: Stella McCartney Goes All Out for Animals  + Yoga Dates + How to Shop Vintage Like a Pro</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2014 20:33:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[EcoSalon Staff]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>This week&#8217;s edition of Link Love shares the latest from Stella McCartney and why it&#8217;s really good news for animals, getting your boyfriend to yoga, white foods that are good for you, streaming music&#8217;s future and how to shop vintage like a pro. Stella McCartney commits to becoming “Wildlife Friendly” certified. [via Ecouterre] Your boyfriend&#8230;</p>
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<p><em>This week&#8217;s edition of Link Love shares the latest from Stella McCartney and why it&#8217;s really good news for animals, getting your boyfriend to yoga, white foods that are good for you, streaming music&#8217;s future and how to shop vintage like a pro.</em></p>
<p>Stella McCartney commits to becoming “Wildlife Friendly” certified. [<em>via <a href="http://www.ecouterre.com/stella-mccartney-becomes-worlds-first-wildlife-friendly-certified-fashion-brand/" target="_blank">Ecouterre</a></em>]</p>
<p>Your boyfriend should come with you to yoga, seriously.  [<em>via <a href="http://www.wellandgoodnyc.com/2014/04/22/why-your-boyfriend-should-come-with-you-to-yoga/" target="_blank">Well+Good</a></em>]</p><div id="inContentContiner"><!-- /4450967/ES-In-Content -->
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<p>There are white foods you really should be eating. [<em>via <a href="http://eatdrinkbetter.com/2014/04/22/6-healthy-vegan-white-foods-probably-eating/" target="_blank">Eat Drink Better</a></em>]</p>
<p>This is what the future of streaming music will probably look (and sound) like. [<em>via <a href="http://pitchfork.com/features/cover-story/reader/streaming/" target="_blank">Pitchfork</a></em>]</p>
<p>How to shop vintage like a pro. [<em>via <a href="http://www.vogue.com/vogue-daily/article/marina-munoz-vintage-shopping-fashion-buenos-aires/#1" target="_blank">Vogue</a></em>]</p>
<p><strong>Related on EcoSalon</strong></p>
<p><a title="Link Love: Diane von Furstenberg’s Morning Routine  + Vegan Cinnabon + Snails are Basically the Cutest Ever" href="http://ecosalon.com/link-love-diane-von-furstenbergs-morning-vegan-cinnabon-snails/" target="_blank">Link Love: Diane von Furstenberg’s Morning Routine  + Vegan Cinnabon + Snails are Basically the Cutest Ever</a></p>
<p><a title="Link Love: Fast Fashion Gets Called Out + Cleaning Your Yoga Mat + The Veep Gets Naked" href="http://ecosalon.com/link-love-fast-fashion-gets-called-out-cleaning-your-yoga-mat-the-veep-gets-naked/" target="_blank">Link Love: Fast Fashion Gets Called Out + Cleaning Your Yoga Mat + The Veep Gets Naked</a></p>
<p><a title="Link Love: the Coachella Diet + Courtney’s Bringing Hole Back + NYC’s Sad Gentrification" href="http://ecosalon.com/link-love-the-coachella-diet-holes-back-nycs-sad-gentrification/" target="_blank">Link Love: the Coachella Diet + Courtney’s Bringing Hole Back + NYC’s Sad Gentrification</a></p>
<p><em>Image via <a href="http://www.vogue.com/vogue-daily/article/marina-munoz-vintage-shopping-fashion-buenos-aires/#1" target="_blank">Vogue</a></em></p>
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		<title>5 Gorgeous Fashion Brands that are Affordable and Eco-Friendly</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2014 08:00:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Aylin Erman]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>When you think of fashion brands, &#8220;ethical&#8221; and &#8220;environmental friendliness&#8221; are most likely not the first words to come to mind. First there are visions of sweatshops in impoverished communities far across on the the other side of the world. Then there are tales of excessive fabric waste, pesticides used to grow cotton, and water&#8230;</p>
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<p>When you think of fashion brands, &#8220;ethical&#8221; and &#8220;environmental friendliness&#8221; are most likely not the first words to come to mind. First there are visions of sweatshops in impoverished communities far across on the the other side of the world. Then there are tales of excessive fabric waste, pesticides used to grow cotton, and water abuse. But as the world is forced to turn its attention to protecting the environment, the fashion industry has followed suit.</p>
<p>Now, it is becoming fashionable to be eco-friendly. Many designers are integrating eco-conscious practices to their manufacturing and production activities. The following five fashion brands are some of the more affordable and beautiful of the bunch and are worth your support!</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/" target="_blank">Stella McCartney</a> was one of the first designers to embrace an eco-friendly fashion concept, using organic and <a href="http://ecosalon.com/adele-dejak-reclaimed-african-fashion-design/" target="_blank">recycled</a> fabrics as well as low-impact dyes. Anti-fur and anti-leather, all of the brand&#8217;s studios in the UK are fueled by wind energy while stores outside the UK are powered by renewable energy. Nearly 50 percent of all Stella McCartney&#8217;s operations are run on 100 percent renewable, green energy. In 2012, the company recycled 34.3 metric tons of waste that otherwise would have gone to landfills. Of the brands listed, this is perhaps the most pricy, but there are pieces that are reasonable and worth the slight extra buck. Prices range $64 to $4,000</p>
<p><strong>2. Daniel Silverstein<br />
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<p>Since 2011, <a href="http://ecosalon.com/100-ny-focuses-on-the-details-that-connect-us-to-our-clothing/" target="_blank">Daniel Silverstein</a> has been using organic, recycled and ethical materials in an attempt to create a 100 percent sustainable fashion collection. Daniel Silverstein sources its materials locally and only expands outside of the U.S. if necessary. The designs are edgier and sexier than what you&#8217;d normally expect from an eco-friendly fashion line. Prices: $175-$700.</p>
<p><strong>3. People Tree</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.peopletree.co.uk/" target="_blank">People Tree</a> is a Fair Trade apparel company started by Safia Minney that was born out of the idea that fashion could empower impoverished countries through building skill sets and reinvesting in their respective communities. What began selling woven and naturally dyed hand bags, clothing and clogs made by women in Bangladesh has now become an example in the world of so-called &#8220;ethical&#8221; fashion. The company collaborates with textile artisan groups to adhere to environmental standards and utilizes eco-textiles and <a href="http://ecosalon.com/natalie-chanin-on-working-her-own-organic-cotton-fields/" target="_blank">organic cotton</a>. By 2004, People Tree had expanded to some 20 different countries. In 2006, People Tree became a <a href="http://fashion.telegraph.co.uk/news-features/TMG8309339/Topshop-reveals-new-Fairtrade-collection.html" target="_blank">Topshop concession</a>. Prices range from some $30 to $230.</p>
<p><strong>4. Feral Childe</strong></p>
<p>Manufactured locally in New York, <a href="http://www.feralchilde.com/" target="_blank">Feral Childe</a>&#8216;s clothing uses sustainable fibers. The company, which was jumpstarted by Moriah Carlson of New York and Alice Wu of Oakland, CA, disposes of production waste by donating leftover fabric to schools or transferring it to a recycling facility. The brand also utilizes water-based silk screening, low-impact dyes, domestic printers and dye houses and less-water intensive digital printing for silks. Designs are intricate, playful, and detailed, with prices ranging from $80 to $400.</p>
<p><strong>5. Loomstate</strong></p>
<p>With prices from as low as $60 and as high as $350, <a href="http://www.loomstate.org/" target="_blank">Loomstate</a> has accomplished what most mainstream mass-produced lines haven&#8217;t: eco-friendliness. The company uses sustainable materials, such as tencel and organic cotton, reduces water consumption, minimizes manufacturing waste and is trying to achieve a closed-loop product life-cycle. Loomstate also has a 321 collection, in which each garment can be worn up to five different ways. Prices generally fall under $100.</p>
<p><strong>Related on EcoSalon</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/the-absolute-best-mens-fashion-eco-designers-on-trend/" target="_blank">The Absolute Best Mens Fashion Eco Designers: On Trend</a></p>
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<p>Rolling Stone takes us inside the dark underbelly of factory farming in the meat industry, and it&#8217;s more insane than you probably think it is. And a warning: It&#8217;s also seriously graphic.<em> [via <a href="http://www.rollingstone.com/feature/belly-beast-meat-factory-farms-animal-activists" target="_blank">Rolling Stone</a>]</em></p>
<p>With antibiotics so ineffective these days, what can we turn to? Are you using this all-natural and uber-effective supplement for your infections? <em>[via <a href="http://naturallysavvy.com/care/the-anti-antibiotic-are-you-using-colloidal-silver" target="_blank">Naturally Savvy</a>]</em></p>
<div>Evangeline Lilly speaks out against her Women’s Health booty photo. The popular actress didn&#8217;t like the way the magazine represented her derriere—and she&#8217;s not staying quiet on the topic. <em>[via <a href="http://www.wellandgoodnyc.com/2013/12/10/evangeline-lilly-speaks-out-against-her-womens-health-booty-photo/" target="_blank">Well + Good NYC</a>]</em></div>
<p>Stella is at it again. This time, the other McCartney has designed a gorgeous t-shirt for Animals Asia. It&#8217;s a must. <em>[via <a href="http://girliegirlarmy.com/style/20131211/stella-mccartney-designs-shirt-for-animals-asia/" target="_blank">GirlieGirl Army</a>]</em></p><div id="inContentContiner"><!-- /4450967/ES-In-Content -->
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Our favorite accessory picks to keep you on trend this season. The eye-catching shoe, the to-die-for purse or perfect pair of sunglasses, they induce covetousness from all but the most prudent. And you can’t blame us really, after all, accessories are what separate us from the animals as Olympia Dukakis famously opined as Clairee Belcher,&#8230;</p>
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<p><em>Our favorite accessory picks to keep you on trend this season.</em></p>
<p>The eye-catching shoe, the to-die-for purse or perfect pair of sunglasses, they induce covetousness from all but the most prudent. And you can’t blame us really, after all, accessories are what separate us from the animals as Olympia Dukakis famously opined as Clairee Belcher, in the &#8217;80’s classic <em>Steel Magnolias.</em></p>
<p>That wise character knew that <a href="http://ecosalon.com/20-best-quotes-on-style/" target="_blank">style is in the small details</a>. Those finishing touches can really transform the simplest of outfits, making accessorizing an essential skill for those who keep one eye on fashion and the another on the planet.</p><div id="inContentContiner"><!-- /4450967/ES-In-Content -->
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<p>In a season that embraced trends as pastiche as pastel colorblocking, sheer paneling, solid gold throwbacks and flamenco ruffles, the best strategy &#8211; for those hoping our <a href="http://ecosalon.com/on-trend-top-ten-wearable-trends-for-spring/">new purchases remain relevant</a> beyond the end of June &#8211; is to keep your basics basic and focus on accessories to keep you on trend.</p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/stellaplexi.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-137409" alt="stellaplexi" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/stellaplexi.jpg" width="455" height="455" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/03/stellaplexi.jpg 455w, https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/03/stellaplexi-350x350.jpg 350w" sizes="(max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/us/stella-mccartney/sandals_cod44515660gx.html">Image: Stella McCartney</a></p>
<p>1. Stella McCartney’s <a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/us/stella-mccartney/sandals_cod44515660gx.html">Valerie</a> faux suede platform sandals feature a transparent wedge in this seasons hottest material plexi. Part of the 90’s revisit, the see-through trend is a clear hit this season.</p>
<p><i><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/mabel-sunglasses-gimlet-tortoise-front.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-137410" alt="mabel-sunglasses-gimlet-tortoise-front" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/mabel-sunglasses-gimlet-tortoise-front.jpg" width="455" height="204" /></a></i></p>
<p><i>Image: Warby Parker</i></p>
<p>2, Inspired by the mod feel of the &#8216;<b>60s</b>, <b>hexagon-shaped</b> sunglasses are a unique way to inject this seasons trend for geometric retro designs into your look. In addition to being beautifully made by design-centric designer frames maker, <a href="http://www.warbyparker.com/">Warby Parker</a>, for every pair of glasses sold, a pair will be donated to a person in need.</p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/ronni-kappos.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-137411" alt="ronni-kappos" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/ronni-kappos.jpg" width="455" height="264" /></a></p>
<p><i>Image</i>: <i><a href="http://irkjewelry.com">I. Ronni Kappos</a></i></p>
<p>3. Spring’s dominating pastel palette has even die-hard goths dreaming of sugar and spice and all things nice. They’re easy to love, but harder to mix in with an already established wardrobe of darker clothing. A subtler way to add the prettiness of pastels to your seasonal look is to wear one of <a href="http://irkjewelry.com">Ronni Kappos</a> delicate pieces. Made from a collection of vintage glass beads salvaged from a long-forgotten German glassworks factory, the pigments used in the creation of the beads are no longer available making each piece a one-of-a-kind treasure.</p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/gucci-handbag-passport.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-137412" alt="gucci-handbag-passport" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/gucci-handbag-passport.jpg" width="455" height="473" /></a></p>
<p><i>Image: <a href="http://www.vogue.co.uk/accessories/news/2013/03/05/gucci-creates-first-zero-deforestation-ethical-handbag-collection---green-carpet-challenge/gallery/950868">Vogue.co.uk</a></i></p>
<p>4. While the ‘it’ bag trend has lost some of its steam recently and so much of the pressure to change the color of our purses each season evaporated, the need for a classic carryall remains. <a href="http://www.gucci.com/us/home">Gucci</a> launched the world&#8217;s first collection of zero-deforestation handbags during Paris Fashion Week last month. Guaranteed to have caused zero-deforestation, the eco versions of its Jackie, Hobo, and Tote bags each come with a passport detailing the exact history of its chain of supply, ensuring that all the cow hides used are legally and ethically produced.</p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/huihuiscarf.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-137413" alt="huihuiscarf" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/huihuiscarf.jpg" width="455" height="683" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/03/huihuiscarf.jpg 455w, https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/03/huihuiscarf-416x625.jpg 416w" sizes="(max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px" /></a></p>
<p><i>Image: <a href="http://www.beklina.com/product_info.php?pName=hui-hui-scarf&amp;cName=accessories-scarves">Beklina</a></i></p>
<p>5. Paisley prints are among the trendiest patterns this season. Hui Hui’s colorful and large scarf in string paisley print is made from 100 percent silk and adds a bohemian air to every look. <a href="http://hui-hui.de">Hui Hui</a> is an independent German designer creating luxury scarves with hand crafted detailing, good ethics, high-end construction with a focus on amazing fresh modern prints.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>ColumnTimeless and bold, animal prints just never go out of style. As timeless as they are bold, animal prints just never seem to go out of style. Sprinkle a bit of these prints into your outfit for a discrete, playful edginess, or go all out and wear them from head to toe. There are many&#8230;</p>
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<p>As timeless as they are bold, animal prints just never seem to go out of style. Sprinkle a bit of these prints into your outfit for a discrete, playful edginess, or go all out and <a title="EcoSalon: How To Wear It: Pattern Mixing" href="http://ecosalon.com/how-to-wear-it-pattern-mixing/" target="_blank">wear them from head to toe</a>. There are many conscious, animal-friendly options out there that ensure this look will work for everyone.</p>
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<p><strong>1. Camel Cashwool Jacket by Thu Thu</strong><br />
Ever since I spotted this oversized cashmere &amp; wool <a title="EcoSalon: On Trend: Upcycled Biker Jackets" href="http://ecosalon.com/on-trend-upcycled-biker-jackets/" target="_blank">motorcycle jacket</a>, I&#8217;ve been completely in love. Trimmed with traditional embroidered Sapa fabric from the H&#8217;mong tribes in the Northern Vietnam, it features a contrast leopard print lapel. Despite those eye-catching details, the camel color and versatile cut make this jacket a sure wardrobe staple.<br />
<em>on sale for $638, <a title="A Boy Named Sue" href="http://www.aboynamedsue.co/shop/item/thu-thu/jacket/camel-cashwool-jacket/" target="_blank">A Boy Named Sue</a></em></p>
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<p><strong>2. Foldover Clutch by Clare Vivier</strong><br />
Made in LA from beautiful artisan leathers, this foldover clutch by Clare Vivier is simple luxury embodied. Unfussy and adorned with only a 14k gold medallion, it is the perfect complement to any outfit.<br />
<em>$198, <a title="Clare Vivier" href="http://www.clarevivier.com/products/foldover-clutch" target="_blank">Clare Vivier</a></em></p>
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<p><strong>3. Leopard Print Organic Cotton Long Sleeved Tee by Stella McCartney</strong><br />
This long sleeve jersey tee from Stella McCartney&#8217;s Spring 2013 collection is made from organic cotton and features a great leopard ink print. Pair with simple white jeans and a pair of flats and you are good to go.<br />
<em>$260, <a title="Stella McCartney" href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/us/stella-mccartney/t-shirt_cod37441522lv.html" target="_blank">Stella McCartney</a></em></p>
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<p><strong>4. Medina Satchel by Elkarti Morocco</strong><br />
These one-of-a-kind satchels are handcrafted by the Simo artisan group in the old markets of Marrakesh, using unique Italian calf hair and naturally dyed Moroccan leather. The Media is a sturdy doctor-style carry-all that easily opens while maintaining an upright rectangular shape.<br />
<em>$275, <a title="Modavanti" href="https://modavanti.com/item-detail/elkarti-moroccomedina-satchel-hyena" target="_blank">Modavanti</a></em></p>
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<p><strong>5. TOMS Snow Leopard Vegan Classics</strong><br />
These leopard print <a title="EcoSalon: 9 Sizzling Summer Sandals" href="http://ecosalon.com/9-sizzling-summer-sandals/" target="_blank">flats</a> are a <a title="EcoSalon: Charitable Fashion Finds: Wild Ones" href="http://ecosalon.com/charitable-fashion-finds-wild-ones/" target="_blank">slightly wilder</a> version of your classic TOMS. Made without animal products, they are a vegan-friendly way to adopt this trend. Wear them with jeans and <a title="EcoSalon: On Trend: 5 Perfect Tees" href="http://ecosalon.com/on-trend-five-perfect-tees/" target="_blank">a simple tee</a> for a casual look or use them to dress down your favorite LBD.<br />
<em>$54, TOMS</em></p>
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		<title>Top 10 Sustainable Shoes for Spring</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2013 08:00:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rowena Ritchie]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Step out in our pick of this spring season’s most stylish sustainable shoes. We may still be in the midst of winter, but dreaming of a new pair of shoes perfect for warmer temperatures is guaranteed to put a little spring in your step. From black and white and a feminine approach to minimalism to&#8230;</p>
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<p><em>Step out in our pick of this spring season’s most stylish sustainable shoes.</em></p>
<p>We may still be in the midst of winter, but dreaming of a new pair of shoes perfect for warmer temperatures is guaranteed to put a little spring in your step. From black and white and a feminine approach to minimalism to punchy brights, radiant red and a playful new take on geometry &#8211; Spring 2013 fashion is loaded with feel-good features.</p>
<p>So shake off the winter gloom and take a look at our top 10 best shoes for spring that are vegan or otherwise sustainably made.</p><div id="inContentContiner"><!-- /4450967/ES-In-Content -->
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<p><em><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/oedo.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-136735 alignnone" alt="oedo" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/oedo.jpg" width="455" height="455" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/02/oedo.jpg 455w, https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/02/oedo-350x350.jpg 350w" sizes="(max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px" /></a></em></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.coclico.com/">Coclico</a></em></p>
<p>1<a href="http://www.coclico.com/" target="_blank">. Coclico</a>’s Oedo shoe is made from vegetable-tanned leather, ethically created by artisans in Spain. With a heel that is simple and modern and leather straps that reflect Spring’s 2013’s taste for impeccable, clean lines, the Parma Nude color is the perfect foil the season’s punchy primary colored trends.</p>
<p><em><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/stellamccartney.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-136737 alignnone" alt="stellamccartney" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/stellamccartney.jpg" width="455" height="683" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/02/stellamccartney.jpg 455w, https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/02/stellamccartney-416x625.jpg 416w" sizes="(max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px" /></a></em></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/335925" target="_blank">Net-A-Porter</a></em></p>
<p>2.<a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com" target="_blank"> Stella McCartney</a>’s faux <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/335925" target="_blank">leather and mesh wedge espadrilles</a> are a great way to incorporate the still-strong neon trend this spring. Wear them with a breezy cotton shirt and statement skirt.</p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Faux-Brown.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-136736 alignnone" alt="Faux-Brown" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Faux-Brown.jpg" width="455" height="357" /></a></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.elizabethdetroit.com/Default.asp" target="_blank">Elizabeth Katzman</a></em></p>
<p>3. With designers showing both midi and micro-mini lengths, the question is what to wear with Spring&#8217;s skirts? <a href="http://www.elizabethdetroit.com/Default.asp" target="_blank">Elizabeth Katzman</a>&#8216;s cruelty-free <a href="http://www.elizabethdetroit.com/product-p/faux-brown-faux-lthr-booties.htm" target="_blank">Billy Faux Leather Brown Booties</a> provide a great anchor to a feminine hemline.</p>
<p><em><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Everly.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-136739 alignnone" alt="Everly" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Everly.jpg" width="455" height="303" /></a></em></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Vegan-Jeffrey-Campbell-Everly-Bootie-exclusive-to-Convert-/251214180414" target="_blank">Convert </a></em></p>
<p>4. Made from a synthetic leather basketweave material, Jeffrey Campbell&#8217;s vegan <a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Vegan-Jeffrey-Campbell-Everly-Bootie-exclusive-Convert-/251214180414?pt=US_Women_s_Shoes&amp;var=&amp;hash=item801afa338c" target="_blank">Everly Bootie</a> is exclusive to <a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Vegan-Jeffrey-Campbell-Everly-Bootie-exclusive-to-Convert-/251214180414" target="_blank">Convert</a> and adds an essential tough-looking but cruelty-free edge to every spring outfit.</p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/melissa.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-136740 alignnone" alt="melissa" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/melissa.jpg" width="455" height="448" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/02/melissa.jpg 455w, https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/02/melissa-300x295.jpg 300w, https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/02/melissa-421x415.jpg 421w" sizes="(max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px" /></a></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.melissa.com.br/en" target="_blank">Melissa</a></em></p>
<p>5. The Melissa Jean + Jason Wu flat in red is sustainably crafted in Brazil from MELFLEX, a technologically-engineered injected thermoplastic, the cut out style mimic the geometric prints seen on the designer&#8217;s runways for Spring.</p>
<p><em><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/ECCO.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-136741 alignnone" alt="ECCO" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/ECCO.jpg" width="455" height="308" /></a></em></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://us.shop.ecco.com" target="_blank">ECCO</a></em></p>
<p>6. <a href="http://us.shop.ecco.com/ECCO-Owando-Bow-Ballerina/356073,default,pd.html?dwvar_356073_color=01411&amp;dwvar_356073_size=36#sz=60&amp;cgid=women-newarrivals" target="_blank">ECCO&#8217;s Owando Bow Ballerina</a> in metallic silver is constructed for comfort with bow detailing that echoes the delicate lingerie tones of the season&#8217;s satin evening wear.</p>
<p><em><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/osborn_soko_oxford.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-136742 alignnone" alt="osborn_soko_oxford" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/osborn_soko_oxford.jpg" width="455" height="565" /></a></em></p>
<p><em>Image: Osborn</em></p>
<p><em>7. </em>Osborn<em>&#8216;s </em>handmade shoes are created by artisans in Guatemala from recycled and natural materials. The Soko Oxford features an exclusive print on linen fabric that dresses up even the most casual of outfits.</p>
<p><em><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/eternity_red.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-136743 alignnone" alt="eternity_red" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/eternity_red.jpg" width="455" height="455" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/02/eternity_red.jpg 455w, https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/02/eternity_red-350x350.jpg 350w" sizes="(max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px" /></a></em></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.olsenhaus.com" target="_blank">Olsen Haus</a></em></p>
<p>8. <a href="http://www.olsenhaus.com">Olsen Haus</a>&#8216; <a href="http://www.olsenhaus.com/online-shop/boots/eternity-red-1">Eternity bootie</a> is a 100 percent vegan shoe that offers a primary pop of the color of the season, radiant red.</p>
<p><em><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/ditta_purple.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-136744 alignnone" alt="ditta_purple" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/ditta_purple.jpg" width="455" height="635" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/02/ditta_purple.jpg 455w, https://storage.googleapis.com/wpesc/1/2013/02/ditta_purple-448x625.jpg 448w" sizes="(max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px" /></a></em></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://cri-de-coeur.com/">Cri de Coeur</a></em></p>
<p>9. Cri de Coeur&#8217;s two-toned faux snakeskin and lush vegan leather Ditta Tassel Platform Bootie keeps 70&#8217;s luxe glamor alive.</p>
<p><em><a href="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/comey.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-136745 alignnone" alt="comey" src="http://ecosalon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/comey.jpg" width="455" height="452" /></a></em></p>
<p><em>Image: <a href="http://www.beklina.com" target="_blank">Beklina</a></em></p>
<p>10. A subtler take on the enduring sportswear trend, Rachel Comey&#8217;s contrasting leather slip on <a href="http://www.beklina.com/product_info.php?pName=rachel-comey-corvus-sneaker&amp;cName=shoes">Corvus Sneaker</a> features a short 1&#8243; platform with metallic leather tongue.</p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2012 18:41:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Johanna Björk]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Eight stylish (and sustainably designed) summer sunglasses that are anything but shady. When summer rolls around, everyone always talks about the importance of wearing sunscreen. Protecting your eyes from the sun with a good pair of sunglasses is just as important. Make sure that the lenses have adequate protection against all those dangerous rays (some&#8230;</p>
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<p><em>Eight stylish (and sustainably designed) summer sunglasses that are anything but shady.</em></p>
<p>When summer rolls around, everyone always talks about the importance of wearing sunscreen. Protecting your eyes from the sun with a good pair of sunglasses is just as important. Make sure that the lenses have adequate protection against all those dangerous rays (some of those cheaper ones do not). Here are eight sustainable summer shades that will suit any style preference and are anything but shady.</p>
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<p><strong>1. Eco by Summer Rayne Oakes 301</strong><br />
These sunglasses, from Summer Rayne Oakes&#8217; &#8220;eco&#8221; capsule collection for MODO, have a slight cat-eye shape, which is totally on trend for summer. They&#8217;re made from recycled plastic and come in four different color variations.<br />
<em>$175, <a title="MODO" href="http://modoshop.com/article.php?cid=5&amp;id=236" target="_blank">MODO</a></em></p>
<p><strong>2. Stella McCartney 50s Style Vintage Frame Sunglasses</strong><br />
For S/S 2012, Stella McCartney launched a new eco-friendly collection of sunglasses. Extensive research was conducted to increase the use of raw materials stemming from natural origins. These 50s Style Vintage Frame sunglasses are sturdy yet delicate and are built with rounded edges for a comfortable fit. The slight cat-eye shape is accented by complimentary colors that highlight the top of the frame and give this classic style a cool, modern update that is just right for summer.<br />
<em>$225, <a title="Stella McCartney" href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/default/shop-products/sunglasses#!{%22page%22:{%22href%22:%22/50s_style_vintage_frame_sunglasses/804738095,default,pd.html?format=ajax%22},%22products%22:{%220%22:{%22size%22:%22U%22,%22color%22:%222003%22}}}" target="_blank">Stella McCartney</a></em></p>
<p><strong>3. Stella McCartney Round Frame Gradient Sunglasses</strong><br />
Also from Stella McCartney&#8217;s new eco-friendly collection these glasses have a round oversized shape with a steel frame and an ultra-feminine profile with thin temples featuring a step design. This is a good choice for those of you who prefer a more delicate shape, something that hasn&#8217;t always been easy to find in the world of sustainable sunglasses.<br />
<em>$250, <a title="Stella McCartney" href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/default/shop-products/sunglasses#!{%22page%22:{%22href%22:%22/round_frame_gradient_sunglasses/804738076,default,pd.html?format=ajax%22},%22products%22:{%220%22:{%22size%22:%22U%22,%22color%22:%228004%22}}}" target="_blank">Stella McCartney</a></em></p>
<p><strong>4. Panda Sunglasses Monroe Black</strong><br />
This style from Panda Sunglasses features an iconic design, but, instead of plastic, they are handcrafted from sustainably harvested bamboo with a black stain. A bonus for those of you who spend a lot of time near water is that these bad boys also float. For each pair you purchase, Panda provides an eye exam and pair of prescription glasses to someone in need.<br />
<em>$120, Panda Sunglasses</em></p>
<p><strong>5. Waiting for the Sun 9.6g Natural</strong><br />
French sunglass maker Waiting for the Sun, or W/SÜN, describes their aesthetic as &#8220;a special mix of vintage and actual tendencies, Californian laid back and French sophistication.&#8221; The round shape of <a title="EcoSalon: Lustables: Waiting For The Sun Sunglasses" href="http://ecosalon.com/lustables-waiting-for-the-sun-sunglasses-trend-2012-227/" target="_blank">these cute shades</a> may not be for everyone, but if you can pull it off this is the trendiest style this summer. The frames are handmade from Teawood and the lenses are Carl Zeiss with good (category 3) UV protection.<br />
<em>Approx. $165, <a title="Waiting for the Sun" href="http://www.waitingforthesun.fr/shop/en/collection/1#productZoom" target="_blank">Waiting for the Sun</a></em></p>
<p><strong>6. Eco-Optics 112</strong><br />
There are a few models of sunglasses that just never go out of style, and therefore make great investment pieces since you can use them year after year. These classic stainless steel pilots from Eco-Optics are made from 95% recycled content and feature polarized lenses.<br />
<em>$ 160, <a title="MODO" href="http://modoshop.com/article.php?cid=5&amp;id=143" target="_blank">MODO</a></em></p>
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<p><strong>8. Shwood Florence Select in Santos Mahogany</strong><br />
The sharp, yet refined Florence Select is made from luxurious Santos Mahogany with Maple inlays. The rounded shape is classic and flattering to most face shapes. Handcrafted in Schwood&#8217;s Portland, Oregon woodshop, from sustainable wood sourced from authorized and supervised plantations in different African countries.<br />
<em>$250, Shwood</em></p>
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		<title>Behind the Label: Is Stella McCartney a Sustainable Brand?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jessica Marati]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Has Stella McCartney earned her place in the sustainable-fashion spotlight? The mainstream media often labels designer Stella McCartney the “queen” of eco-fashion for her incorporation of sustainable practices and her refusal to use fur and animal skins in her designs. As a spokesperson for PETA, McCartney frequently speaks out against animal cruelty in the fashion industry, and&#8230;</p>
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<p><em>Has Stella McCartney earned her place in the sustainable-fashion spotlight?</em></p>
<p>The mainstream media often labels designer <a href="http://ecosalon.com/tag/stella-mccartney/">Stella McCartney</a> the “queen” of eco-fashion for her incorporation of sustainable practices and her refusal to use fur and animal skins in her designs. As a spokesperson for <a href="http://ecosalon.com/tag/peta">PETA</a>, McCartney frequently speaks out against animal cruelty in the fashion industry, and as a participating designer in <a href="http://ecosalon.com/tag/livia-firth" target="_blank">Livia Firth</a>’s Green Carpet Challenge, she has outfitted a number of red carpet celebrities in environmentally-friendly garb.</p>
<p>But when you take a closer look at McCartney’s practices, you begin to realize that her sustainable and ethical commitments are not nearly as fervent as the media hypes them up to be. In this week’s Behind the Label, we examine whether Stella has really earned her spot in the eco-fashion spotlight.</p><div id="inContentContiner"><!-- /4450967/ES-In-Content -->
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<p><strong>The Good</strong></p>
<p>As the daughter of former Beatle Paul McCartney, Stella has always been considered a type of British royalty. She developed an interest in fashion at an early age and honed her skills interning for Christian Lacroix and Sevile Row tailor Edward Sexton before going on to earn a degree in fashion design from Central St Martins in 1995. Just two years later, McCartney was appointed Creative Director of Parisian fashion house <a href="http://ecosalon.com/tag/chloe" target="_blank">Chloe</a>, a move that forced critics, including Karl Lagerfield, to attribute her success to her father’s fame. But McCartney proved herself with critically acclaimed and commercially viable designs, and in 2001 she launched her own eponymous fashion house under what is now the PPR Luxury Group.</p>
<p>From the start of her fashion career, McCartney’s long-standing vegetarianism led her to publicly boycott fur and animal skins in her designs. She regularly states that sustainability and environmental awareness are cornerstones of her brand, like in this <a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/default/stellas-world/green-me/green-me-stella-charlotte-casiraghi.html" target="_blank">interview conducted by Charlotte Casiraghi</a> for <em>Above</em> magazine:</p>
<blockquote><p><em>For me, it&#8217;s about the basic principles: Sustainability is important, as is recycling. Everyone can do simple things to make a difference, and every little bit really does count. That said, my job is to make desirable, luxurious, beautiful clothing and accessories that women want to buy.</em></p></blockquote>
<p>On the materials side, Stella says that she tries to use organic cotton &#8212; but “can’t always afford to or get enough of it” – and low-impact dyes. On the production end, the brand works primarily with manufacturers in Italy, particularly on shoes and bags that require factories specializing in non-leather production.</p>
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<p><strong>The Bad</strong></p>
<p>But although Stella McCartney does most of her production in Italy, the designer was recently linked with sweatshops due to her high-profile partnership with <a href="http://ecosalon.com/tag/adidas/">Adidas</a> to provide U.K. team uniforms for the 2012 London Olympics.</p>
<p>According to a March article in <a href="http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/2012/mar/03/olympic-brands-abuse-scandal">the Observer</a>, workers at Bangladeshi factories for Adidas, Nike, and Puma are “beaten, verbally abused, underpaid, and overworked” under sweatshop-like conditions. And earlier this month, anti-sweatshop group Play Fair released a report called Fair Games?, which calls out Adidas for using sweatshop labor in supplier factories in China, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.</p>
<p>Adidas tells a different story in its 2011 progress report, also released earlier this month. In it, the company states that all London 2012 Adidas products and services are being sourced and manufactured according to the guidelines set forth by the Olympics organizing committee. Adidas also released a 10-page response to the Play Fair report, disputing most of the claims and reasserting its commitment to supply chain transparency.</p>
<p>Regardless of who is “right” in this debate, Adidas has long been scrutinized by human rights groups for its ethical and environmental practices, and Stella McCartney’s long-standing partnership with the brand, both for the Olympics project and with her <a href="http://www.adidas.com/us/adidas-by-stella-mccartney/_/N-1z13svo">Adidas by Stella McCartney</a> collection, calls into question her own commitments to ethics and sustainability.</p>
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<p><strong>The Questionable</strong></p>
<p>McCartney is to be applauded for her personal commitment to animal rights issues, but has her sustainability work really earned her the title of eco-fashion industry “queen?” In the media, she often rejects the label, like in this quote from <em><a href="http://main.stylelist.com/2009/04/22/stella-mccartney-being-called-sustainable-is-not-sexy/">Styleist</a></em>:</p>
<blockquote><p><em>&#8220;It&#8217;s not very sexy sounding, is it,&#8221; she retorted recently at a Neiman Marcus shopping event in San Francisco when it was suggested that she is the face of sustainable luxury. &#8220;We&#8217;ve never shouted about it, and until recently no one has really mentioned it except for journalists. If anything, people would ridicule us when it came up!&#8221; </em></p></blockquote>
<p>Other times, she seems to embrace it, like in this quote from <em><a href="http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-Stella-McCartney-Talks-Eco-Fashion-And-Her-Brands-Growth-121332764.html">Thread NY</a></em>:</p>
<blockquote><p><em>Eco-friendly fashion is something I&#8217;ve always felt strongly about. You have to create demand so the customer base will grow. We&#8217;ve been doing organic for years in my own collection, in my lingerie and with the Adidas collaboration. We touch on it across the board. I think it&#8217;s a bit more sincere to do that. It&#8217;s part and parcel for us as a brand.</em></p></blockquote>
<p>But on the Stella McCartney website, the language around sustainable practices is limited and vague. Under a short section titled “<a href="http://www.stellamccartney.com/default/stellas-world/green-me/green-me-stella-environment.html" target="_blank">Stella McCartney &amp; the Environment</a>,” the company says that it uses a clean energy provider in its stores, offsets its carbon footprint using <a href="http://www.carbonneutral.com/">carbonneutral.com</a>, and books its taxi journeys through an environmentally friendly car service. Compared to the corporate social responsibility sections of other major fashion brands, these seem like token efforts. And while making <a href="http://ecosalon.com/stella_mccartney_vegan_bag_eco_friendly_or_eco_wannabe/" target="_blank">a bag out of faux leather instead of real leather</a> is certainly kinder to animals, is it necessarily a more sustainable approach? We&#8217;re not sure.</p>
<p>Whether or not Stella fully embraces her place in the eco-fashion limelight, her name and celebrity give her the unique position of being able to affect industry-wide change, particularly in her partnerships with Adidas and the 2012 Olympics. Stella frequently says that her business is not perfect: “When we can make things better, we do&#8230; (but) if we were too extreme it would get in the way of my job,” she told <em>Above</em>.</p>
<p>To many in the eco-fashion world, statements like that sound like somewhat of a cop-out, especially coming from someone with as many resources as McCartney. What this world needs is an eco-fashion spokesperson who will step up to the plate and commit to sustainable and ethical principles in a more legitimate and all-encompassing way.</p>
<p><strong>SEE ALSO:</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/behind-the-label-hms-conscious-collection/" target="_blank">Behind the Label: H&amp;M’s Conscious Collection</a></p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/behind-the-label-levis-waterless-collection/" target="_blank">Behind the Label: Levi Strauss’ E-Valuate Program</a></p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/behind-the-label-toms-one-for-one/" target="_blank">Behind the Label: TOMS’ One for One Campaign</a></p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/behind-the-label-pumas-vision-and-clever-little-bag/" target="_blank">Behind the Label: Puma’s Vision and Clever Little Bag</a></p>
<p><a href="http://ecosalon.com/behind-the-label-anthropologies-made-in-kind/" target="_blank">Behind the Label: Anthropologie&#8217;s Made In Kind</a></p>
<p><em><strong>Read more Behind the Label <a href="http://ecosalon.com/tag/behind-the-label/">here.</a></strong></em></p>
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