Kind FASHION

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Permalink Reply by Elaine on April 24, 2008 at 4:52pm

Hey Kris,

I told you at camp I need to go SHOPPING! I will check out your suggestion.
Thanks,
e

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Permalink Reply by Sundari on April 24, 2008 at 5:10pm

Here is an eye-opening article on vegan clothing from treehugger: Vegan Clothing Explained Just to warn you, its disturbing to read about the treatment of the animals.

I would like to give my closet a vegan makeover (piece by piece!).

Here is a list of vegan and vegetarian clothing companies

Happy Shopping!
xoxo,
Sundari

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Permalink Reply by Rachel V. on April 24, 2008 at 5:22pm

I am surprised to see at Alternative Outfitters that the prices are comparable to similar non-veg items.

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Permalink Reply by girlandcoconut (formerly known as lolabloom!) on April 24, 2008 at 5:39pm

Stella McCartney is a designer who is a lifelong vegetarian and doesn't use leather or fur in her designs: http://www.stellamccartney.com

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Permalink Reply by Sundari on April 24, 2008 at 5:42pm

Here are some more links I came across...
Grace & Cello
Mother Trucker
Passenger Pigeon
Salts Organic

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Permalink Reply by BettleMyHeart on April 24, 2008 at 5:45pm

WOW! Your right the Mink Shoes are HOT HOT HOT!
I have to admit that I have a pair of Kickin Hot Ostrich boots that were a graduation gift to me from my parents. I love these boots and I refuse to give them up, is that horrible of me?

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Permalink Reply by e.b. on April 24, 2008 at 6:21pm

while i LOVE so many of these items I try NOT to buy new clothes.
In my attempt to be kind to the earth and no contribute to over consuming and yada yada yada I only buy a second hand stores, thrift stores and Loooove the occasional clothes swap! reducing & reusing.
I highly recommend organizing a clothes swap with you babe friends. they're a blast!

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Permalink Reply by Crazy Sexy Life on April 24, 2008 at 8:14pm

Vintage all the way! Yes. Hard with the shoes though. Donna Karan also makes a line called PURE. I'm gonna keep this thread alive as long as possible - we need to know! Banana Republic just came out with a green line but I think it's pretty boring - snore.

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Permalink Reply by Crazy Sexy Life on April 24, 2008 at 8:14pm

Sundari! Awesome list.

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Permalink Reply by Sundari on April 24, 2008 at 8:31pm

I've always been a snore with my closet. I would love to branch out and start expressing myself through some eco-friendly threads:)
xoxo,
Sundari

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Permalink Reply by Becky B. on April 24, 2008 at 11:37pm

I'm with e.b. - reuse what you or others have. Yeah, I know this doesn't work for shoes! With 3 teens, all driving, 2 off to college in a few months, auto insurance costs up, gas prices up, food prices way up........I pretty much ALWAYS put my needs dead last. My splurges have to come in the form of wheatgrass powder, organic fruits/vegs, etc. I wish I could afford to eat healthy, much less wear stylish footwear ;-) Also, since I'm 5'1", 90 lbs and 47 years old.....nothing "stylish" fits! I usually buy a few things a year at a teen consignment store (picture this older woman wearing abercrombie size 0 super low rise jeans!!!)
Sigh......someday I might look "normal"!!

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Permalink Reply by Jodi on April 24, 2008 at 11:49pm

What an interesting question....
Where I'm at right now, I'd say it's not about perfection. If you have shoes you love that don't fit the general philosophy you're aiming for, let yourself off the hook a bit. It' all about the choices you make from now on and about living your life too. I'd say most of the people on this board are already doing more for themselves and the planet than a lot of the population...so, if you've got sexy ass shoes you love that aren't Veg...wear 'um. Just keep looking for the some that float your crazy, sexy boat that do fit your Veg lifestyle. Either way, you're bringing awareness with your attitude or your footware. You can't lose!

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