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14 Red-Hot Eco Lingerie & Sustainable Skivvies for a Green Valentines Day

Jessica Dailey — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:11:50 +0000

Valentine’s Day is today, and it’s almost time to kick offyour oh-so-special evening. May we suggest adding a little eco spice to your heart-filled holiday? Roses may be nice and chocolates may be tasty, but these 14 sexy sustainable skivvies will really light your fire. Be kind to the Earth — and make Cupid blush — this Valentine’s Day with ethically-crafted underthings and luxurious lingerie.

Sexy & Sustainable Men’s Undies for Valentine’s Day

Inhabitat — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:09:02 +0000

Nothing kills the mood faster than a pair of dingy tightie-whities, so boys, make sure your underwear game is fresh for Valentine’s Day! We’ve got a lineup of eco-friendly boxers, briefs and everything in between to keep you looking hot for your beau, so check them all out here.

Pink is the New Black in M. Patmos’ Fall 2012 Line at New York Fashion Week

Diane Pham — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 21:57:58 +0000

Forget about traditional autumn colors — for her Fall 2012 line, M. Patmos went against the grain and created a ready-to-wear collection that screams with retina-searing pops of fuschia and scarlets. Inspired by an early 20th century series of Native American portraits that layered plaid trading blankets over traditionally beaded textiles, Marcia Patmos’ bold and beautiful line is not for shrinking violets!

10 Sure-to-Please Green Valentine’s Day Gifts to Give Your Main Squeeze

Yuka Yoneda — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:43:25 +0000

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INTERVIEW: Why John Bartlett Thinks Cruelty-Free Fashion is Going to the Dogs (Literally!)

Yuka Yoneda — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 05:56:27 +0000

Fashion designer John Bartlett is best known for his classic American garments, but when he’s not creating impeccable clothes, he’s passionate about spreading awareness about animal welfare. We recently caught up with Bartlett at the Healthy Food in Fashion Gala, and got a chance to talk to him about why he chooses to embrace cruelty-free fashion and the The Tiny Tim Collection, his latest line of clothes that benefit organizations that rescue dogs from kill shelters (just like his own 3-legged best friend Tiny Tim) and find them new homes. Read on for the full interview!

VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: The Future of Sustainable Fashion

Jessica Dailey — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 05:05:19 +0000

A few months ago, Inhabitat’s Editor-in-Chief Jill Fehrenbacher had the pleasure of curating a panel about sustainability and philanthropy in the fashion industry for the Afingo Fashion Forum. She brought together some of the biggest names in green fashion — including eco-model/entrepreneur Summer Rayne Oakes, fashion consultant Julie Gilhart (formerly of Barneys New York), Melissa Kushner of Goods for Good, and more — to discuss the future of eco-fashion. Hit the jump to watch our exclusive video and hear what the experts have to say.

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Assembly New York’s Minimalist Womenswear Takes its Cues from Menswear

Mark Boyer — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 17:24:32 +0000

Assembly New York debuted its minimalist new womenswear collection in an understated venue in the Lower East Side at New York Fashion Week. The Fall/Winter 2012 collection, designed Greg Armas and Claire Lampert, features simple, androgynous looks with a mix of high-waisted pants, floor-length trench coats, and simply-cut sweaters. And best of all, all of the clothes are produced right here in New York, an Assembly New York sales and projects associate tells Ecouterre.

John Patrick Organic Crafts a Beautiful Vision at Fall 2012 New York Fashion Week

Nicole Abene — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 16:51:07 +0000

John Patrick of Organic never ceases to impress us with his take on eco-fashion. For his Fall/Winter 2012 collection presented at New York Fashion Week, he had a very specific inspiration, a photo by 19th century British photographer Julia Margaret Cameron, “A Beautiful Vision, Julia Duckworth.” Filled with digitally printed silk dresses and biodegradable Cupro quilted vests, it’s definitely worth clicking ahead and checking out the rest of the line!

Gretchen Jones is in a Dark Place for Fall 2012 New York Fashion Week

Nicole Abene — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:53:37 +0000

Gretchen Jones plays with the power of light and dark during her Fall/Winter 2012 collection at New York Fashion Week. In mourning because of the recent loss of her father, Jones held her show in a dark, cavernous venue where the models stepped out of shadows. The looks were gorgeous as always, as the Project Runway winner returned to her Southwestern roots. Click ahead to admire the rest of the looks and the models that seem to be suspended in light.

Fashion Designer Lauren Moffatt Goes Back to School at New York Fashion Week

Mark Boyer — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 17:50:52 +0000

School was in session for one day only at New York Fashion Week on Wednesday, where Lauren Moffatt showed off her Fall 2012 collection, “School for Wayward Girls.” From chevron prints and Peter Pan collars to blackboards and desks, no detail was spared in the at St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral School on Mott Street. Moffat infused her Fall/Winter 2012 collection with the “undone feel of the schoolgirl with just a touch of mischievousness,” she tells our sister site Ecouterre.

Titania Inglis Brings ’90s Grunge to Fall 2012 New York Fashion Week

Nicole Abene — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 17:47:34 +0000

The 90′s are back! Well, a modified, slightly more refined version brought you by Titania Inglis’s New York Fashion Week debut. The Brooklyn designer forced plaid flannel and Doc Martens combat boots right back into our hearts and our wardrobes. Click ahead to check out the looks and get ready to channel your inner Claire Danes circa My So-Called Life.

Costello Tagliapietra Redefines Romance for Fall 2012 New York Fashion Week

Nicole Abene — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 16:20:49 +0000

Wondering where to look for beautiful, feminine dresses this season? How about frocks that also happen to be made using water-saving AirDye technology? Robert Costello and Jeffery Tagliapietra debuted their Fall/Winter 2012 collection on Thursday evening at New York Fashion Week and we say, look no further. These plaid-clad, bearded men may not look like the obvious choice for women’s fashion advice, but they’ve got an eye for beautiful cuts and prints that we can’t help but swoon for. Click ahead to check out the looks!

National Sweater Day is Today!

Yuka Yoneda — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:35:31 +0000

Today is National Sweater Day! Are you wearing your sweater to keep warm instead of turning up the heat? If not, head over to the WWF’s call center to give yourself or a friend a call from a sweet old grannie to remind you to turn down your heat and pop on a few layers.

Montreal Artists Transform Post-Consumer Trash Into Beautiful Fashion

Diane Pham — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:30:44 +0000

The Great White North may be steeped in nature that residents fight to preserve, but Canadians still generate a whopping 35 million tons of garbage every year. To draw attention to the excess waste produced by citizens, Environment Canada challenged 16 artists from the fields of fashion, hairstyling, cabinetry, and the visual arts to transform piles of trash into haute-couture creations. Currently on display at the Biosphere Environmental Museum in Montreal, O.N.E. Outfits From a New Era will make you think twice about consuming more than you need.

Is This Diamond-Encrusted $400,000 T-Shirt the World’s Most Expensive?

Nicole Abene — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 16:33:40 +0000

What’s the most money you’ve ever spent on a t-shirt? We’re guessing it’s no where near the £256,500 ($405,000) price-tag on this diamond-encrusted number. Although there doesn’t seem to be a charitable reason for the exorbitant price, the organic-cotton, “one-of-a-kind luxury product” was made using only renewable energy sources such as wind and solar. Click ahead to learn more about the most expensive t-shirt in the world.

Mariclaro Transforms Car Upholstery, Exploded Air Bags Into Durable Carryalls

Nicole Abene — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:49:48 +0000

There are few things we love more than making use of what would have ended up in a landfill. Mariclaro picks up the materials that they use for their ultra-durable carry-alls when they’ve already been used up by cars, bikes, and boats. When they aren’t worthy of the road or sea anymore, pieces get revamped into these awesome bags, made from 99% recycled materials. Click ahead to check out their laptop sleeves, briefcases, messenger bags, and more!

INTERVIEW: We Talk to Joinless Founder Ben Davis About How Buying Less Crap Can Make Us Happier

Yuka Yoneda — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 07:58:16 +0000

Have you ever felt like the objects you own actually own you? If so, maybe you should join Joinless, the world’s first open source brand. Joinless is based on the idea that we shouldn’t allow our obsession with possessions rule us and that we can actually be happier than we’ve ever been with less stuff. We recently got the chance to talk to Joinless’ founder Ben Davis about this fascinating anti-brand, which might be the only one ever to insist that you not spend money on them.

Japanese Textile Mills Are Back in Action After Tsunami-Earthquake Disaster

Nicole Abene — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:14:50 +0000

Japan has suffered through 2011′s devastating tsunami and earthquake and in the wake of the clean-up, the country wants to be clear – their legendary textile mills have made a comeback. Fukushima Senkou, a low impact yarn company that uses eco-friendly dyes, was adversely affected by the natural disasters but still able to participate in the inaugural Japanese Textiles Trade Show, organized by the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) in New York City on Thursday. Click ahead to read about the show and how companies like Fukushima Senkou persevered.

Chanel Builds a Life-Size Plane for Its Spring 2012 Couture Week Fashion Show

Nicole Abene — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:21:39 +0000

While Chanel may be known for class and elegance, we’re having a hard time finding either in their Spring 2012 Paris Couture Week Show. For their show of excess in a depressed economy, Karl Lagerfeld commisioned an aircraft built to scale to house the show for the line. Click ahead for details and to see photos of the plane, made from anodized aluminum and equipped with an extra-wide 164-foot aisle, 180-degree swivel seats, and a double-C monogrammed carpet.

Made in Forest Hills: Bow Ties Recycled From Trash, Inspired by MoMA

Nicole Abene — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:19:44 +0000

If you’re trying to amp up your wardrobe with a unique flair, we might have just the thing. Made in Forest Hills, founded by recycling connoisseur Nicholas Ruiz, is a collection of some of the most interesting bow ties we’ve ever seen! This “Bow Tie Collection,” is a series of 11 ties inspired by different exhibits at MoMA over the course of 2011 and made from things that might otherwise be trash. Click ahead to check out more of the awesome designs and their inspiration!

Inhabitat - Green Design Will Save the World » eco-fashion

14 Red-Hot Eco Lingerie & Sustainable Skivvies for a Green Valentines Day

READ MORE >

Sexy & Sustainable Men’s Undies for Valentine’s Day

READ MORE >

Pink is the New Black in M. Patmos’ Fall 2012 Line at New York Fashion Week

READ MORE >

10 Sure-to-Please Green Valentine’s Day Gifts to Give Your Main Squeeze

INTERVIEW: Why John Bartlett Thinks Cruelty-Free Fashion is Going to the Dogs (Literally!)

READ MORE >

VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: The Future of Sustainable Fashion

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE >

Assembly New York’s Minimalist Womenswear Takes its Cues from Menswear

READ MORE >

John Patrick Organic Crafts a Beautiful Vision at Fall 2012 New York Fashion Week

READ MORE >

Gretchen Jones is in a Dark Place for Fall 2012 New York Fashion Week

READ MORE >

Fashion Designer Lauren Moffatt Goes Back to School at New York Fashion Week

READ MORE >

Titania Inglis Brings ’90s Grunge to Fall 2012 New York Fashion Week

READ MORE >

Costello Tagliapietra Redefines Romance for Fall 2012 New York Fashion Week

READ MORE >

National Sweater Day is Today!

READ MORE >

Montreal Artists Transform Post-Consumer Trash Into Beautiful Fashion

READ MORE >

Is This Diamond-Encrusted $400,000 T-Shirt the World’s Most Expensive?

READ MORE >

Mariclaro Transforms Car Upholstery, Exploded Air Bags Into Durable Carryalls

READ MORE >

INTERVIEW: We Talk to Joinless Founder Ben Davis About How Buying Less Crap Can Make Us Happier

READ MORE >

Japanese Textile Mills Are Back in Action After Tsunami-Earthquake Disaster

READ MORE >

Chanel Builds a Life-Size Plane for Its Spring 2012 Couture Week Fashion Show

READ MORE >

Made in Forest Hills: Bow Ties Recycled From Trash, Inspired by MoMA

READ MORE >