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Woman Gets Married in Dress Made from 10,000 Bread Tags Collected Over 10 Years

Tafline Laylin — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 19:57:48 +0000

Adding to a growing list of dresses made with weird, recycled materials, including beetle wings and cow nipples, a woman in Australia recently tied the knot in a dress made with 10,000 bread tags. A fashion designer who joked that she’d marry her then boyfriend when she had enough of the plastic tabs to make a dress, the woman’s friends and family hastened the collection process and ten years later, the deal is sealed. Hit the jump to learn how the crafty bride managed to make the dress look a lot less tacky than it sounds.

7 Last-Minute DIY Halloween Costumes Haunting Your Closet!

Diane Pham — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 21:02:37 +0000

Not sure what to dress up as for Halloween? Or perhaps you’re on a bit of a budget? If you’re looking for an eco- and wallet-friendly costume that will still garner lots of oohs and ahhs, then look no further than your own closet. We’ve come up with seven last-minute DIY disguises that you can pull together from items you already have lying around your home. Check them all out ahead!

7 Fabulous Halloween Costumes You Can Fashion From Your Own Closet

Beth Shea — Sun, 21 Oct 2012 14:30:39 +0000

One of the scariest things about Halloween is that 85% of the textiles sold to more than 170 million Americans who celebrate the frightful night, meet their demise in a landfill. You can still dress-up and look fantastic to boot by forgoing the standard issue PVC get-ups sold at the store and ‘shopping’ for your costume in your very own closet. The fearless fashionistas at Ecouterre will show you how to easily assemble and accessorize 7 last-minute Halloween costumes that are lurking inside your closet, just screaming to make a festive appearance come October 31st!

Nicole Dextras Creates Little Green Dresses that Transform Foliage into Fine Compostable Fashion

Charley Cameron — Sat, 06 Oct 2012 15:48:32 +0000

Created by artist and designer Nicole Dextras, the Little Green Dress Projekt is a collection of twenty one gorgeous dresses crafted from finely-woven palms, leaves and berries. Recently displayed at VanDusen Botanical Garden’s Earth Art Exhibition, the intricate, vibrant pieces are made entirely from sustainable materials. Dextras’ work provides a eye-catching commentary on environmentally-conscientious fashion—and unlike the masses of ultimately disposable fashion that ends up in landfill, the Little Green Dresses can be composted!

14 Eco-Friendly Bathing Suits Sure to Make a Splash This Summer

Diane Pham — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 06:16:10 +0000

Still searching for the perfect summer bathing suit? Well look no further because we’ve rounded up 14 sexy and sophisticated eco-friendly swimsuits for hitting the beach this summer. From a tropical-inspired two-piece to an ultra-retro one-piece halter, check out our favorite body-flattering picks ahead!

McDonald’s Launches New “Mad-Men”-Inspired Eco-Uniforms for Olympics

Nicole Abene — Sat, 23 Jun 2012 15:43:33 +0000

Mad Men style is running rampant this season and fast food uniforms are apparently no exception. McDonald’s U.K. unveiled a new line of eco-friendly uniforms that will make you feel like you’re dining with Don Draper. Designed by husband-and-wife duo Wayne and Gerardine Hemingway, the new duds will hit the chains just in time for the Olympics. Click ahead to check out McDonald’s new style.

14 Awesome Eco-Friendly Father’s Day Gifts to Spoil Dad

Nicole Abene — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 15:49:23 +0000

Want to show your dad the glory of eco-fashion this Father’s Day? Or maybe he’s already a lover of planet Earth. Either way, we’ve rounded up 14 of the coolest gifts around to spoil your padre. Whether it’s a plaid bow tie made from repurposed clothing, or a sweet wallet made from recycled materials, you’ll be sure to find something your father will adore. Click ahead to check out our list and pick something great out for dear old Dad.

Win an Eco-Friendly Swimsuit From Eco Swim (Worth $124!)

Diane Pham — Sat, 26 May 2012 18:30:49 +0000

We’re counting down the minutes until we can yell out “Summer!” and dive straight into a pool of bright blue water. Just in time to beat the heat, we’re giving away an Eco Swim by Aqua Green swimsuit of your choice to help you make the most of your sunny days. So whether you’re all about hanging poolside in a barely-there bikini, or prefer a more conservative look when taking a dip in coastal waters, Eco Swim has options aplenty for the bathing beauty.

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Pin to Win It: Enter Hovey Lee’s Eco-Jewelry Giveaway (Worth Up to $148!)

Nicole Abene — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:00:29 +0000

Would you love to get your hands on a piece of Hovey Lee‘s gorgeous, environmentally sustainable jewelry? If you’re as enamored by her accessories as we are, then enter our Earth Day Contest for a chance to win an eye-catching design to call your own! Click ahead to find out more details on how to enter, and finally put that Pinterest obsession of yours to work!

This Jacket Made From Pen Caps by Maison Martin Margiela Is On Display In Rotterdam

Nicole Abene — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 07:46:30 +0000

It’s no secret that here at Inhabitat, we’re fans of repurposing old materials into new, useful pieces. Maison Martin Margiela took those hunks of excess plastic that sit at the end of our pens and turned them into a gorgeous jacket, currently on display at Museum Rotterdam. Hit the jump to check it out and get inspired to recycle some fashion of your own!

Carmina Campus Recycles Mini Roadster Parts Into Luxury Handbags

Yuka Yoneda — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 21:40:24 +0000

Fans of the Mini Roadster will get a kick out of Carmina Campus‘s new line of the eco-friendly purses made from actual Mini parts! The upcycled line, which was launched at Milan Fashion Week is called the Carmina Campus for Mini collection and is crafted from scrap materials from the production of everyone’s favorite pint-sized convertible.

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.

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!

Lexus Fashion Workshop Recycles Car Parts Into Environmental Haute Couture

Diane Pham — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 19:40:25 +0000

Luxury carmaker Lexus is now trying their hand at making luxurious jewelry — but they aren’t dipping into the world’s supply of platinum and diamonds. Instead, the automaker is on a mission to elevate the concept of recycling by re-using 2,000-plus components of a dismantled CT hybrid to make one-of-a-kind haute couture accessories. Click ahead to see all the high-fashion bling that was created!

Kevin Cotter’s 101 Hilarious Ways to Reuse Your Ex-Wife’s Wedding Dress

Nicole Abene — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 15:00:11 +0000

Kevin Cotter was married for 12 years before his wife decided to pack up and leave. Luckily for him, she left her wedding dress behind. Cotter decided to reuse the dress in tons of innovative, and slightly bitter, ways including a scarecrow (above), a pasta strainer, a wheelbarrow, and even a homemade punching bag. He recounts all of his creative ideas into a blog. and then, a book, 101 Uses for my Ex-Wife’s Wedding Dress. Click ahead to see more of the hilarious reuses for this classically one-time-use gown.

7 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes Hiding in Your Closet

Mark Boyer — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:10:01 +0000

Waiting until the 11th hour to put together this year’s Halloween costume? You are not alone. But instead of panicking and making a mad dash to the costume shop, take a peek in your closet and try assembling a costume from your existing wardrobe. From Where’s Waldo to the Morton Salt girl to the Brawny paper towel man (pictured), we’ve got tips on how to piece together a last-minute costume using clothes and accessories you already own.

Stefanie Nieuwenhuys Makes Snakeskin-Like Couture from Recycled Wood Chips

Nicole Abene — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:03:11 +0000

You may not want to throw out the scraps from your latest home improvement project too quickly – you may find inspiration in the “trash”. Stefanie Nieuwenhuys, inspired by seeing leftover woodchips on a workshop floor at Kingston University in London, went to work on making them into a faux alternative to snakeskin in fashion. Click ahead to learn more and to see photos of the beautiful results.

Artist Billie Achilleos Transforms Louis Vuitton Bags Into Amazing Animal Sculptures (Video)

Nicole Abene — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 17:03:17 +0000

Thinking of interesting ways to spend a milestone birthday? Louis Vuitton had one of the most unique celebrations we can remember for their 100th anniversary. Paris taxidermy store Deyrolle became a showroom for little animals made of the famous leather goods. British artist Billie Achilleos transformed the Louis Vuitton’s signature wallets, coin pouches, belts, and bag hardware into the adorable high fashion critters. Click ahead watch a video and read more about the one of a kind birthday party.

Star Wars Fan Recycles Adidas Sneakers Into a Stormtrooper Helmet

Nicole Abene — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 03:40:50 +0000

Artist Freehand Profit crafted this amazing replica of a Star Wars Stormtrooper helmet entirely out of Adidas sneakers. The helmet looks almost identical to the real thing, and we can’t help but think that it’s bound to be the coolest Halloween costume ever. It’s a perfect gift for any Star Wars fanatic, however it hits at a high price point – it sold on Ebay for $2,125. Click ahead to check out more photos!

Enter to Win Chic Cycling Gear From Nau (Worth $530!)

Diane Pham — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 16:00:17 +0000

Any good bike enthusiast knows that shoulder bags and suit jackets aren’t conducive to a smooth ride around town. So why not get decked out in some stylish duds meant especially for cycling? This week we’ve teamed up with Nau to give one lucky reader a sweet set of biking apparel and bag from their latest “Pedal” collection, which features chic vintage-inspired pieces fashioned from sustainable materials. So if you’re looking to up your game, pop a wheelie at the jump and enter to win this entire bundle, worth $530!

Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building » recycled fashion

Woman Gets Married in Dress Made from 10,000 Bread Tags Collected Over 10 Years

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7 Last-Minute DIY Halloween Costumes Haunting Your Closet!

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7 Fabulous Halloween Costumes You Can Fashion From Your Own Closet

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Nicole Dextras Creates Little Green Dresses that Transform Foliage into Fine Compostable Fashion

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14 Eco-Friendly Bathing Suits Sure to Make a Splash This Summer

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McDonald’s Launches New “Mad-Men”-Inspired Eco-Uniforms for Olympics

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14 Awesome Eco-Friendly Father’s Day Gifts to Spoil Dad

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Win an Eco-Friendly Swimsuit From Eco Swim (Worth $124!)

ENTER TO WIN HERE >

Pin to Win It: Enter Hovey Lee’s Eco-Jewelry Giveaway (Worth Up to $148!)

This Jacket Made From Pen Caps by Maison Martin Margiela Is On Display In Rotterdam

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Carmina Campus Recycles Mini Roadster Parts Into Luxury Handbags

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Montreal Artists Transform Post-Consumer Trash Into Beautiful Fashion

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

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Lexus Fashion Workshop Recycles Car Parts Into Environmental Haute Couture

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Kevin Cotter’s 101 Hilarious Ways to Reuse Your Ex-Wife’s Wedding Dress

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7 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes Hiding in Your Closet

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Stefanie Nieuwenhuys Makes Snakeskin-Like Couture from Recycled Wood Chips

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Artist Billie Achilleos Transforms Louis Vuitton Bags Into Amazing Animal Sculptures (Video)

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Star Wars Fan Recycles Adidas Sneakers Into a Stormtrooper Helmet

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Enter to Win Chic Cycling Gear From Nau (Worth $530!)

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