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Okay ladies, it’s time to mind our Mother—Earth. Believe it or not it IS possible to be fashionable, fabulous and eco-friendly all at the same time. While doing some late-night online research (….or midnight shopping splurge) I found a few amazing retailers who help women stay environmentally conscious in their own unique way. And lord knows I could use help with that, seeing that I spray enough Tresume to penetrate the ozone over the state of Texas.
So, here goes:

1. Charmone “Charming Shoes in Harmony with the Earth”

This online shoe boutique believes no one should sacrifice their style conscious just to serve their social conscience. These ladies make designer shoes in Italy and Brazil using only eco-friendly and vegan materials. Who knew that was even possible?! Vice President Jodi Koskella and her business partner actually have a background in software marketing and dived into designing shoes a few years ago and they have clearly found their calling! The designer styles are funky and fun mixed with a variety of styles and bright colors. The shoes have some very cute names as well. I’m currently deciding between the Bellini, Thistle (in Cherry print) or the Ginseng in either Expresso or Grass print (gotta love that green)…. or all of the above. Check them out at www.Charmone.com and as if you didn’t need more of a reason to, the shoes ship in just 1-2 days!

2. Spora “Brazilian Seeds in Jewelry”

For those of you that missed that language lesson in high school, Spora is Greek for “seed.” Owner and designer Patricia Couto Glover combines materials from a diversity of sources: seeds from Brazil, and some from the Philippines; brass beads and clasps from Indonesia and semi-precious stones found all over the world. And we all know the idea of using seeds to make jewelry is not a new one. But what is fresh about spóra is its use of seeds. The combination of a rustic element with more “sophisticated” materials like semi-precious stones, freshwater pearls, and metals. Ironically, it is the organic beauty of these seeds that makes this jewelry precious: original and unique. Spóra embodies the ethnicity of a global village. Most of all, Glover believes spóra is about beauty—it is affordable art to wear. These necklaces are an invitation: make yourself, and life, beautiful with art. www.sporadesign.com

3. The Ecoist “Recycled Candy-Wrapper Handbags”

Yes, you read that correctly. Ecoist handbags and all other designer items on its site are made from repurposed materials (like discarded food packages, soda bottle labels, rice bags, soda can pull-tabs, candy wrappers, and movie billboards) as well as sustainable fabrics such as Jute, Hemp, and organic cotton. Very innovative idea but the implementation of this concept sets the Ecoist apart from other contenders in the eco-friendly handbag arena. Elle magazine agrees and noted the accessories to have “Sleek and eye-popping designs.” Who can argue with that? I have my eye on the sophisticated clutch seemingly made out of recycled Andes mints and also enjoy the clutch/coinpurse created out of newspaper. And while some of the prices on the site vary, the Ecoist added sections under $25 and under $50 items to fit and green fashionistas budget. www.ecoist.com

These are just a few of the many green accessories you can gander into this summer. But these three are Oligoville approved and sure to keep you and our lovely environment looking green and gorgeous.

XOXO