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Make an Eco-Statement with Clothing of the American Mind

16 May 2008  |   COMMENTS

Start an environmental dialogue and look hip with tees from COTAM, or Clothing of the American Mind. The socially responsible brand hails from L.A. and is sweatshop-free and American-made. + READ MORE

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Refurbish Your Favorite Old Pair of Jeans

16 May 2008  |   COMMENTS

We've all got a pair: the best pair of jeans you've ever owned, the ones that are perfectly worn in and fit you like a glove. Wear 'em enough, though, and even the best denim will eventually wear thin. But there's good news: services exist to help you refurbish your favorite pair.+ READ MORE

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Turn YOUR Home Inside Out!

14 May 2008  |   COMMENTS

Not everyone can actually live in one of the stunning residences we show you on World's Greenest Homes, but you can feel like you do. If you don't want to replace your bulbs, at least reduce your usage of regular incandescents by installing dimmers that'll help you make a habit of keeping lights low...+ READ MORE

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Choose Textiles and Upholstery with Eco-Friendly Dyes

2 May 2008  |   COMMENTS

You might not know it to look at them, but the fabrics and textiles upholstering your furniture can hide some pretty nasty secrets. Find out how to pick eco-friendly, low-impact dyes.+ READ MORE

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Ask Summer Rayne: Is Bamboo Fiber Sustainable?

22 Apr 2008  |   COMMENTS

Is bamboo fiber is as sustainable as marketers claim? Which fibers and fabrics are more sustainable than others is always open for debate. Bamboo's eco-friendly positioning in the market has been centered on its properties as... + READ MORE

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Ask Summer Rayne: Where Can I Find Affordable, Organic Denim?

15 Apr 2008  |   COMMENTS

Organic denim has become increasingly easy to find, but it's so expensive!Organic Denim Shopping on a BudgetThere are plenty of great denim brands on the market at mid- to low-level price points.+ READ MORE

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Ask Summer Rayne: What Is Fair Trade Fashion?

9 Apr 2008  |   COMMENTS

What exactly is fair-trade fashion?A fair-trade label also ensures that artisans receive long-term trading agreements, living wages, fair working conditions, and, often, reinvestment back in their community through education and other facilities.People Tree, a label based out of the U.K. and Japan,...+ READ MORE

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Detox Your Home: In the Bathroom, Part 1

23 Mar 2008  |   COMMENTS

Rub a dub dub, what's that in your tub? To preserve your health and natural beauty, choose grooming products such as shampoo and body wash made from organic and plant-based ingredients instead of synthetic ones, and avoid anything with "fragrance" or "perfume."+ READ MORE

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