Saving the Planet and Looking Good Doing it

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The world is in a sorry state due to greenhouse gas emissions. You know to recycle, reduce and reuse, but a girl can’t go around looking like a tree-hugging hippie, you gotta look chic at all times. So check out labels like Ecoist, (ecoist.com) which makes really cute purses and accessories out of repurposed paper and donates part of sales to environmental groups.

Ecologically sound clothing isn’t limited to hemp anymore either. A lot of designers are taking an interest in organic cotton, which is grown without harmful chemicals that not only cause health problems for handlers, but also air and water pollution. Other materials are also gaining poplar use, like soy and bamboo as well as luxurious silk for the diva in you. Check out http://www.shopregeneration.com

If your apartment or house is in need of a redecorating, check out furniture that is new to you, rather than fresh off the truck, like at antique stores and thrift shops. If you want to go new, make sure its made of sustainable materials, which minimize the impact of global warming during production. http://www.earthfriendlygoods.com

Beautify your body with Nature Girl products, made from fresh organically grown products on small farms that use alternative pest control methods to prevent harmful chemicals from being released into the air. Nature Girl donates a part of their profits to groups who work to save the planet. http://nature-girl.rich-hippie.com/

It’s hard work to save the planet, but shopping to save the planet is fun!