Articles tagged “Shoes”

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

Hottest Eco Boots for Fall By Aysia Wright IN Fashion & Beauty Oct 12 2010 I set out with the goal of rounding up the 10 hottest eco boots for fall and end up with a list of well over 10 styles to grace those gams from, ranging from barely a boot ankle tall to sky high to the thighs, so I opted expand the list and break it into categories. Let’s start with the hottest look for fall, the over the knee boot. + READ MORE

5 Great Ways to Redo Your Shoes By Craftster.org IN Fashion & Beauty Oct 5 2010 If you've got a pair of comfy shoes that you just don't wear because they're boring, here are a few ideas of ways to make them unique. Add your own touch and transform your old shoes into new wearable works of art! + READ MORE

Brazil Wears Recycled Plastic Jerseys, Soccer Balls Generate Energy, and Other Stories from World Cup By Rachel Cernansky IN Work & Connect Jun 23 2010 While the World Cup has people's attention around the world, there's a lot more to talk about than just the scores. From biodiversity conservation to shedding light on human trafficking, here are some of our favorite World Cup and soccer-related stories. + READ MORE

Doreen Mashika Brings Fair Trade Fashion Accessories Out of Africa By Virginia Sole-Smith IN Fashion & Beauty Apr 20 2010 You'd be forgiven for wanting Doreen Mashika's adorable clutches and gemstone-covered ballet flats for their cuteness factor alone. So how excited are you to learn that Doreen's handbags, shoes, and jewelry are also the very epitome of Fair Trade and sustainable design? + READ MORE

Readers' Choice Winners for TreeHugger's Best of Green Awards - Fashion and Beauty By Blythe Copeland IN Fashion & Beauty Apr 12 2010 You've seen what the TreeHugger editors chose for this year's Best of Green; now see what the readers think deserved the prize. + READ MORE

Simple Eco-Boots: Simply Stylish and Totally Sustainable By Rachel Cernansky IN Fashion & Beauty Nov 26 2009 Finally, a brand that gets how to blend style with sustainability. Armed with these eco-boots, I'm ready for winter! + READ MORE

Meet Sven Segal of Po-Zu Footwear By Leonora Oppenheim IN Work & Connect Sep 16 2009 Biodegradable shoes, edible shoe cream, indigenous rights, these are just a few elements of Sven Segal?s Po-Zu brand that make it stand out from other footwear companies. + READ MORE

Daily DIY Project: Canvas Sneakers By Blythe Copeland IN Fashion & Beauty Aug 20 2009 Help your canvas sneakers live to see another summer by dipping them in eco-friendly dyes; the bright colors and new look take footwear from beat-up to beautiful. + READ MORE

Panko Encrusted Trout with Russets and Vidalias By Sara Novak IN Food & Health Aug 5 2009 This easy and delicious local trout works perfectly with russet potatoes and onions. + READ MORE

5 Reuses for: Orphan Women's Shoes By Cara Smusiak, NaturallySavvy.com IN Home & Garden Jun 19 2009 Your toddler threw one of his sneakers out the window sometime in the last hour of driving. The heel on your favorite pumps snapped in a sewer grate. And the dog has a knack for chewing just one from each pair. (Note to puppy: "Jimmy Choo" is not a command!) + READ MORE

Just Say No to Jelly Accessories this Summer By Jessica Root IN Fashion & Beauty Jun 9 2009 Spotted in The New York Times? Moment blog, jelly-style accessories will be making a big comeback this summer, but they aren't so sutainable. + READ MORE

How to Extend the Life of Your Hiking Boots By Josh Peterson IN Travel & Outdoors May 4 2009 Hiking is downright fun. If you live a bustling metropolitan area, then you may enjoy a few hours of hiking through the untouched wilderness. It's a terrific way of interacting with nature while getting a bit of exercise. You should prepare for your hikes by wearing proper boots. And you'd better take care of those boots, so they protect your feet on future hikes. + READ MORE

Copy This Look: Kate Mara Pairs Vintage with Modern By Blythe Copeland IN Fashion & Beauty Apr 27 2009 In this series we look at hot celebrity looks and translate them into eco-friendly versions you can create yourself! This week: Kate Mara pairs vintage with modern. + READ MORE

Green Glossary: Green Shoes By Mickey Z. IN Fashion & Beauty Apr 23 2009 When one considers that humans evolved to walk barefoot on dirt, grass, sand, and stone, it becomes even more bizarre to witness the shoes we've created for strolling a paved planet. So, after evading those blue suede kicks and the inevitable red dancing jammies, those in the eco-community feel most comfortable in—you guessed it—green shoes. + READ MORE

Copy This Look: Milla Jovovich is Playful and Put-Together By Blythe Copeland IN Fashion & Beauty Apr 20 2009 In this series we look at hot celebrity looks and translate them into eco-friendly versions you can create yourself! This week, Milla Jovovich's playful and put-together style. + READ MORE

How to Clean Tennis Shoes By Josh Peterson IN Fashion & Beauty Mar 26 2009 Assuming you are standing up, your feet are the meeting place betwixt the world and you. They spend their days supporting you and taking the brunt of your ambulation impact. Where would we be without feet? Somewhere closer, I'd suspect. To protect our feet we wear shoes. Our shoes are like armor and shock absorbers for our feet. They are an important item of clothing. + READ MORE

Get in Shape for Spring—Fill Your Workout Bag with the Best in Green Goods By Sara Novak IN Food & Health Mar 20 2009 Bathing suit season seems to come all too soon to those with an extra layer of winter cushioning. It's time to get back into shape and if that means hitting the gym for you make sure that your workout bag is filled with green goodies. + READ MORE

Six Tips Toward an Eco-Affordable Wardrobe By April Streeter IN Fashion & Beauty Mar 19 2009 Spring is here, and it makes you want to chuck the heavy wool, and go right out and...buy something. But before you do, check out our tips for how to transition from frenzied seasonal shopper to smart eco-fashionista. + READ MORE

Pump Up Your Spring Wardrobe with Fashionable Footwear By Blythe Copeland IN Fashion & Beauty Mar 18 2009 Spring's pretty pastels and bold brights call for shoes and accessories that don't detract from the dress—which might be why so many designers and stylists are turning to neutral heels in beige, tan, and peachy tones. Find out what shoes are fashion-in and eco-friendly this season. + READ MORE

Cut Up Your Shoes for this Prada Look By Elizabeth Seward IN Fashion & Beauty Mar 6 2009 Don't you ever catch a glimpse of a new outfit on a fashion runway and think, "Ok. I could make that myself."? God knows I do. Prada's new line of shoes for Fall 2009 are edgy—literally. With jagged cuts and rips, making my own Prada-inspired shoes is easy. All you need is a pair of scissors. That's all it takes to turn any old pair of boots into a pair stunningly similar to ones recently released by Prada. + READ MORE