Archive for the ‘Eco Friendly Fashion’ Category
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
Kristinit Organic Linen Jumpsuit $265
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I bought an engagement ring for this jumpsuit. It is stunning in all of its feminine, modern simplicity, and surprisingly constructed from 100% organic linen (the jumpsuit not the ring, obvy). It features a gorgeous sculpted neckline and deep pockets (which I completely dig, even though I have never once put anything in them – what’s up with that), along with a flattering tie-neck halter and deep back.
Designer Kristina Lenss says that “Kristinet’s mission has always been to design with more than just style in mind. The line uses innovative organic fabrics, local manufacturing and fair trade practices, and continues to donate a percentage of each sale to One Percent For The Planet, as well as the Pachamama Alliance.”
Do-gooding aside, I think she designed a kick-ass jumpsuit that I cannot wait to call my own. You can too, since they’ll be available at Petro Zilia (love) in Los Angeles, and Purdy Girl in New York City at the end of this month. But wait! If you order yours by e mailing kristina@kristinit.com between now and March 15th, you’ll receive 30% off when you mention coupon code LA30 at the time of check out. Go. Because everyone else is, too.
Tags: 2010 Spring Fashion Trends, Eco Friendly Fashion, Eco-Friendly Clothing, Fashion Discount Codes, Jumpsuits, Kristina Lenss, Kristinit Jumpsuit, Kristinit Los Angeles, kristinit.com, L.A. Stylist Mom, LASM, lastylistmom.com, One Percent For The Planet, Organic Linen Clothing, Pachamama Alliance, Petro Zilia, petrozilia.com, Purdy Girl NYC, purdygirlnyc.com
Posted in Charitable Fashion, Collections, Designers, Eco Friendly, Eco Friendly Fashion, Fair Trade Fashion, Fair Trade Products, LA Stylist Mom, LASM, Los Angeles, Outfits, Pants, Shopping, Trends, Uncategorized, lastylistmom.com | 4 Comments »
Wednesday, January 27th, 2010
'Wear Your Heart On Your Back' Organic Cotton and Velvet Girls' Tee $28.95
'Groovy Guitars' Wet Bag $18-$25
'Stack It' Recycled Oxidized Sterling Silver and Pearl Rings $98
Jillybean Green makes my heart beat fast. It’s like all the kid stuff I scour the web for, loaded into one happy little spot. And it’s fun to say (you know you just said it). Created by an L.A. mom who adores both her kids and the environment, Jillybean offers alternatives to adopting a greener lifestyle, without having to compromise the ‘hip’ factor. Every manufacturer they work with creates products that are either organic, made with sustainable or recyclable materials, employ fair trade practices, or are recyclable, reusable and or/non-toxic. They also support local artisans, designers and good old USA manufacturing – woo hoo!
What I love best about Jillybean Green (besides saying it, okay I’ll stop) is the stuff; babies, kids, gear, bath time…moms, JBG has it all! In addition to my picks above, one of my most fave parts of their site are the 100+ items in the Under $25 Finds section, perfect for gift giving and otherwise. (P.S. How cute is that ‘Heart On Your Back’ tee?!) If you happen to be in Los Angeles, Jillybean now has a store located inside the birthday party locale of choice (*drum roll*) The COOP, located at 11118 Ventura Blvd, in Studio City. But you don’t have to hop a plane to reap the benefits of Jillybean, since they have been generous enough to team up with LASM to offer one lucky ready a $50 gift certificate! As always, entering is easy when you follow these simple steps:
- If you haven’t already, become and LASM Facebook Fan or Twitter Follower.
- Visit Jillybean Green and choose the item(s) you’d purchase with your gift certificate.
- Leave a comment on this post, letting us know the answers to questions 1 and 2. That’s it!
- Get additional entries by Tweeting this giveaway (using my new Tweet Meme button), or posting on your site with a link back to this post.
*All comments must be posted by the end of the giveaway on Wednesday, February 3rd, at 11:59 EST. The winner will be chosen by random.org, notified via e mail, and announced on L.A. Stylist Mom shortly thereafter. One entry per person, with a maximum of two additional entries for Tweeting and/or links back to this post. If winner fails to respond within three days of notification, a new winner will be selected. Open to U.S. and Canada residents ages 18 years or older.
(The $50 Gift Certificate was generously donated for this giveaway by Jillybean Green. There. I said it again.)
Tags: Blog Giveaways, Contests, Cool Hip Baby and Kid's Clothes, Cute Baby Clothes, Cute Kids' Clothes, Eco-Friendly Boutiques, Eco-Friendly Jewelry, Eco-Friendly Kids' Clothes, Giveaways, Great Kids and Baby Gifts, Green Kids Clothing Stores, Jillybean Green Los Angeles, jillybeangreen.com, Kids and Baby Under $25, L.A. Stylist Mom, LASM, lastylistmom.com, Los Angeles Boutiques, The COOP, thecoop-la.com
Posted in Artisanal Products, Best Bets, Cool Baby Stuff, Cool Kids' Stuff, Eco Friendly, Eco Friendly Fashion, Giveaways, Jewelry, Kid's Clothes, Kids and Baby, Kids' Shoes, LA Stylist Mom, LASM, Los Angeles, Rings, Shopping, Trends, Uncategorized, lastylistmom.com | 18 Comments »
Sunday, January 3rd, 2010
UGH. It’s my least favorite part of the the holiday season: The dreaded un-decorating and disposal of the Christmas tree – utterly depressing in all of its messiness. In Sweden? Not so much. You gotta love the Swedes; they never miss an opportunity to turn a situation into a celebration. Not only does their holiday season extend until January 13th, it goes out with a bang (or in this case a resounding thump), as they quite literally throw their trees out…the window! And then of course it all wraps up with dancing and singing and candy eating and…why have we not taken a page from this yet? Let’s top it off with some more shopping, shall we? Twist my arm…
Polarn O. Pyret (being Swedish and all) is planning to prolong your holiday festivities with yet another extraordinary mid-winter sale, complete with cozy savings of up to 70%, and free shipping on orders of $150 or more! This includes their modern and versatile Holiday Collection that I told you about (and still adore) in December. Be sure not to miss this opportunity to stock up on items for the new year, or even the one after that (being that I’m a notorious fan of buying ahead in larger sizes during amazing sales), and as those rockin’ Swedes would say…? God Jul!
(Post sponsored by Polarn O. Pyret)
Tags: Cool Kids and Baby Clothes, Cute Kids' Clothes, Eco-Friendly Kids' Clothes, Kid's Clothes, Kids Clothing Sales, L.A. Stylist Mom, lastylistmom.com, Maternity Clothes, Modern Kids Clothes, Polarn O. Pyret, polarnopyretusa.com, Swedish Kids Clothes, Unisex Kids Clothes
Posted in Best Bets, Cool Baby Stuff, Cool Kids' Stuff, Eco Friendly, Eco Friendly Fashion, Kid's Clothes, Kids and Baby, Kids' Shoes, LA Stylist Mom, Maternity, Sales, Shopping, Uncategorized, lastylistmom.com | 4 Comments »
Monday, December 7th, 2009
Paul Smith Multi-Stripe Double Billfold Wallet $220
Alternative Apparel Noonan Polo in 'Blue Slate' $38
Converse Jack Purcell CP OX in Charcoal/White $50
Thompson London Blue Carnival Skull Cuff links $102.90
Levi's 539 Organic Cotton Eco Vintage Jeans in 'Shadow' $39.99
Just a few of my faves for the dudes on your list! FYI for the seemingly randoms; the Noonon Polo is stupid soft cotton and an incredible fit. I bought one for J, I should have bought five. The jeans also have an amazing cut and wash, not to mention they’re eco, and for just forty bucks…?! I’m not a fan of ‘fashion’ sneakers (*shudder*), so keep it simple and classic with a sturdy pair of JPs. If you’re looking to splurge, do it on to-die-for cuff links he’ll adore, or a modern-classic Paul Smith wallet, because who doesn’t love Paul Smith?? (If you don’t, keep it to yourself.)
(Shout Out to the FTC: This post was not sponsored by any of the above vendors, nor did I receive a single item of swag.)
Tags: Alternative Apparel Noonan Polo, alternativeapparel.com, Classic Sneakers, Converse Jack Purcell CP OX, Cool Cufflinks, Cool Gifts For Guys, Cool Sneakers, Cufflinks, Eco-Friendly Clothing, Eco-Friendly Jeans, Gifts For Him, Holiday Gift Guides, Jeans Under $40, L.A. Stylist Mom, lastylistmom.com, Levis 539 Organic Cotton Eco Vintage Jeans, Men's Fashion, Men's Shoes, Men's Wallets, Mens Holiday Gift Guides, Mens Jeans, Mens Polos, Mens Shirts Under $40, Mens Tops, Paul Smith Multi-Stripe Double Billfold Wallet, Paul Smith Wallets, paulsmith.co.uk, piperlime.gap.com, Skull Cufflinks, Sneakers Under $50, Thompson London Blue Carnival Skull Cufflinks, thompsonlondon.com, Wallets
Posted in Accessories, Best Bets, Do, Eco Friendly, Eco Friendly Fashion, Gift Guides, Jeans, LA Stylist Mom, Men's Fashion, Pants, Shirts, Shoes, Shopping, Tops, Uncategorized, lastylistmom.com | 2 Comments »
Wednesday, November 11th, 2009
Funky Music Top (Child) in 'Greymelange' $26
Folklore Maternity Tunic $59.50
All Over Stripe Eco Leggings (Child) in 'Colonial Blue' $30
Wind Fleece Bunting in 'Poppy' $72.50
…for about sixty different reasons! Paramount amongst them, is that fact that not only are their clothes simple, modern, and comfy, 30% of every collection is designed around a UNI(sex) concept. Having not found out the sex of my children during either pregnancy (and having fielded the ridiculous and unending question, ‘But how will you know how to decorate the nursery?!’ ), by the time of their arrival I was lousy with yellow, green, and white ensembles. Polarn’s newborn ECO collection is not only almost entirely designed with UNI in mind, it’s also made from 100% organic cotton and produced in a green manufacturing process.
Where have they been all your life? Unbeknownst to me, PO.P began in Stockholm in 1976, and has grown to over 100 stores across Sweden and Europe. It’s now available in the United States at polarnopyretusa.com, with retail locations to follow. Had I known about them prior to my first pregnancy, you better believe I would have scooped up their clean and classic signature stripe for not only my babies, but also for myself – that’s right – there’s maternity and nursing wear!
If you’re not already chomping at the bit? PO.P and L.A. Stylist Mom have teamed up to create a FREE SHIPPING code valid through midnight PST on Friday, November 13th; simply enter LAPOP at checkout. We’re also giving away a Wind Fleece Bunting for baby worth $72.50, in the size and color of your choice!* All you have to do to enter is visit polarnopyretusa.com, and leave a comment here letting us know which PO.P item is your fave – that’s it! Good luck, and happy shopping from LASM and PO.P…
All comments must be received by the end of the giveaway on Wednesday, November 18th, at 11:59 EST. The winner will be chosen at random, notified via e mail on Thursday, November 19th, and announced on L.A. Stylist Mom Friday, November 20th. Open to U.S. residents only.
*Size and color choice contingent upon availability.
Tags: Baby Buntings, Blog Giveaways, Contests, Cool Baby Clothes, Cool Kids Clothes, Eco Friendly Fashion, Eco-Friendly Boutiques, Eco-Friendly Kids' Clothes, Giveaways, L.A. Stylist Mom Giveaway, LA Stylist Mom, lastylistmom.com, Maternity Clothes, Organic Cotton Baby Clothing, Organic Kids' Clothes, Polarn O. Pyret, polarnopyretusa.com, Swedish Kids Clothes, Swedish Maternity Clothes, Unisex Kids Clothes
Posted in Best Bets, Collections, Cool Baby Stuff, Cool Kids' Stuff, Eco Friendly, Eco Friendly Fashion, Giveaways, Kid's Clothes, Kids and Baby, LA Stylist Mom, Leggings, Maternity, Outerwear, Shirts, Shopping, Tops, Uncategorized, lastylistmom.com | 25 Comments »
Monday, November 9th, 2009
Craptastic Photography Courtesy Of: Moi
Further proof that just because you’re a mom, doesn’t mean you can’t be fashionable. (And without having to spend a lot of cash.) Exhibit #001: D. At home, on a Sunday afternoon, look cuter. (And yes my chic mommy friends, beware; this does in fact mean that you are now fodder for my website.) After telling her about seven times how much I was digging her outfit, D sweetly acquiesced and allowed me to take her photo…and grill her about her ensemble item by item (details below). Yet another opportunity to demonstrate that having kids isn’t synonymous with looking schlubby. Thanks D! xoxo
Banana Republic Heritage Ruffle-Collar Shirt $24.99, GAP Destructed Boyfriend Jeans $59.50, Bernardo ‘Dream’ Flats in ‘Pewter Glove’ $129, Coopersong ‘Hipster’ Eco-Tote in Black $55
(All other jewelry and accessories are either no longer available, or cannot be purchased online.)
Tags: Banana Republic Heritage Ruffle-Collar Shirt, bananarepublic.com, Bernardo Dream Flats In Pewter Glove, Blouses, Boyfriend Jeans, Buckle Flats, Chic Moms, coopersong.com, Cute Flats, Cute Outfits For Moms, Denim Trends, Eco Friendly Fashion, Eco-Friendly Handbags, Fall 2009 Jeans Trends, Fashionable Moms, Flats, Flats Under $130, GAP Destructed Boyfriend Jeans, gap.com, Handbags, Handbags Under $55, Jeans, Jeans Under $60, LA Stylist Mom, lastylistmom.com, Metallic Flats, piperlime.gap.com, Real Life Fashion, Tops, Tops Under $25, Tote Bags, Trendy Jeans
Posted in Accessories, Blouses, Do, Eco Friendly, Eco Friendly Fashion, Handbags, Jeans, LA Stylist Mom, Outfits, Pants, Real Life Fashion Series, Shirts, Shoes, Shopping, Tops, Trends, Uncategorized, lastylistmom.com | 4 Comments »
Wednesday, November 4th, 2009
Coopersong Mid-Hipster Bag in 'Black Eve' (14"H x 12"W) $50
Let’s face it; we’re living in a wasteful time. I’m not going to get preachy, but given the opportunity I’ll certainly do my part where I can, since I’m a firm believer that every little bit helps. Coopersong is no exception, with their line of bags and accessories crafted from all-natural, organic, and re-purposed materials. Founder DeAnna Cooper creatively utilizes recycled bicycle inner tubes (that once trekked miles through the Colorado mountains) as the handles on all of her bags. She also features other reclaimed items such as baseball leather, as well as buttons and buckles from the 1940’s.
I happen to love the Mid-Hipster Bag pictured, which would make the perfect ‘un-diaper’ diaper bag; better still when paired with the adorable, polka dotted, Mommy Packs, that include an insulated bottle bag and changing pad. There’s also an awesome retro-print Stroller Bag in a pattern called ‘Women,’ for those of you who prefer a true diaper bag. For kids both young and…not so young (that’s you), be sure to check out the insulated Eco Lunch Bag, that comes in your choice of what seems like a skillion different fabrics – stupid cute!
Now for the best part; if you happen to be in the Los Angeles area this coming weekend, Coopersong is having a trunk show*, with prices ranging from $3 to $90, including numerous styles and items not pictured on their website! Not only will you get the first up-close look at the Fall/Winter 2009 collection, there will be snacks, door prizes and a play area for your little ones, so you can SHOP. IN. PEACE. For those of you not in the L.A. area, L.A. Stylist Mom is giving away a $25 Coopersong gift certificate! To enter, simply visit the Coopersong website, choose your favorite item, and then leave a comment** on this post telling us what it is – that’s it! Hope to see you at the show, and if not, be sure to tell them I sent you!
*The Coopersong Trunk Show will be held on Friday, November 6th, from 1PM-7PM, and on Sunday, November 8th, from NOON-4PM. Please call 310.415.8474 for location and details.
**All comments must be received by the end of the giveaway on Wednesday November 11th, at 11:59 EST. The winner will be chosen at random, notified via e mail on Thursday November 12th, and announced on L.A. Stylist Mom Friday November 13th. Open to U.S. residents only.
Tags: Accessories, Blog Giveaways, Contests, Cool Diaper Bags, Coopersong LLC, coopersong.com, DeAnna Cooper, Eco Friendly Fashion, Eco-Friendly Boutiques, Eco-Friendly Diaper Bags, Eco-Friendly Handbags, Eco-Friendly Lunch Bags, Eco-Friendly Stroller Bags, Fashion Giveaways, Green Products, Handbags, Handbags Under $50, Insulated Lunch Bags, Kids' Lunch Bags, L.A. Stylist Mom Giveaway, LA Stylist Mom, lastylistmom.com, Los Angeles Trunk Shows, Mommy Packs, Organic Handbags, Recycled Handbags, Shoulder Bags, Stroller Bags, Tote Bags
Posted in Accessories, Artisanal Fashion, Artisanal Products, Cool Baby Stuff, Cool Kids' Stuff, Eco Friendly, Eco Friendly Fashion, Giveaways, Handbags, Kids and Baby, LA Stylist Mom, Shopping, Uncategorized, lastylistmom.com | 13 Comments »
Sunday, June 21st, 2009
Felix Rey 'Toys & Trinkets' Eco Diaper Bag $360
You might have first heard about Felix Rey when they did their oh-so-lovely Target collaboration, of which I am a huge fan. My adoration started way before that, however, and boy do I wish that this was around when I was hunting for the diaper bag that I’d carry for the next three years. (I ended up with the Fleurville Mothership, which doesn’t hold a candle in the cute department.) In addition to their gorgeous clutches, handbags and beach totes, Lily Rafii Band and Soulaika Zarrouk have luckily for us, branched out into mommy gear!
Their ‘Toys & Trinkets’ diaper bag is not only eco-friendly (made from organic unbleached cotton), it’s stylie and practical in it’s simplicity; a welcome reprieve from the dreadful over-design that seems to be diaper bags of late. In addition to two front patch pockets (one which houses an adorable teddy bear that looks suspiciously like someone clocked him in the eye), there are two interior zipper pockets, and one on each side for bottles. There’s also an adjustable and removable shoulder strap, a quilted changing pad, and an 8″ x 13″ zip top pouch, perfect for stinky diapers or dirty duds. The other good news is that at 17″W x 14″H x 5″D, there’s plenty of room for your stuff too – nothing more cumbersome than having to schlep a diaper bag and a purse. It’s also not a bad gig for when dad needs to haul it out; most can be exponentially worse in the girlie-department.
Although $360 may seem a bit steep, take it from a pro – this is the perfect scenario to do a ‘times carried vs. cost’ breakdown. Like I said – you’ll be towing this baby for some time, especially if you’ve got more than one little darling. You’re also in luck! If you purchase ‘Toys & Trinkets’ online between June 22nd and July 6th, you’ll receive 20% off when you enter code FR-LASMOM20 at checkout. Yet another reason to love Felix Rey…
Tags: Cool Diaper Bags, Diaper Bags, Eco Friendly Fashion, Eco-Friendly Diaper Bags, Felix Rey, Felix Rey Diaper Bags, felixrey.com, LA Stylist Mom, Stylish Diaper Bags, Toys & Trinkets Eco Diaper Bag, Unisex Diaper Bags
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Monday, June 15th, 2009
Simple Green Kids' 'Toe Foo' Flip Flops $33.95
It’s probably sexist (actually I’m sure it is), but if there’s one thing I thought boys wouldn’t be picky about, it’s shoes. Wow was that ever stupid. It never ceases to amaze me how someone whose nails are so caked with dirt and paint, could even remotely give a crap about what goes on his feet, let alone be meticulous about it. A lot of kids can’t stand flip flops because of the ‘thing’ between your toes, but not Z; he actually prefers them. Part of the whole hippie persona he’s created, I guess.
Enter ‘Green Piggies’ – super cute in a SoCal surf kind of way, minus all the hideous plastic and hibiscus silhouettes that usually accompany the look. They’re also part of Simple’s ‘Green Toe’ category, and have 100% post consumer recycled foot forms and boxes, not to mention bamboo lining and recycled car tire out-soles. Translation? They’re green, durable, and look like slightly faded navy linen. I originally spotted them at Marshall’s, in khaki, for about seven bucks, but they were out of Z’s size. They were however, lousy with pairs to fit R, who of course announces that they are way too ‘owie’ for him. Shades of things to come…
Tags: Boy's Sandals, Boy's Shoes, Boys' Flip Flops, Eco-Friendly Kids' Shoes, Flip Flops, Green Piggies, Kids' Flip Flops, Kids' Shoes, Kids' Thong Sandals, LA Stylist Mom, Marshall's, Recycled Shoes, Simple Green Toe Shoes, Simple Kids Toe Foo Flip Flops, Simple Shoes, Zappos, Zappos.com
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Monday, June 1st, 2009
…do they ever, and like freaking weeds! I for one know that my two little dudes go through shoes like toilet paper. Not only does it get pricey? In this day and age it can also seem really wasteful; enter Missy Gibson, Mark McRae, and Jonathan Siegel. Twenty years ago, Silver Lake was ‘the next hot neighborhood,’ while now (what with the Ivanhoe school district and amazing Neutra homes), it’s chock full of high-end strollers and hipster mommies. What better locale to open a children’s resale boutique? Grow Kid Grow features gently used, brand name children’s clothing, sized infant to ten years. They also carry books, toys, accessories, and (*singing angels with sunbeams and harps*) maternity clothes! Woo hoo!!! It’s about time. As if this isn’t genius enough? There’s also a visible play area for the little cherubs to hang while you shop, clearly created by a knowing mother of a three year old boy.
Gibson says she hopes to cultivate a much needed, family oriented community space. A musician (Gibson) and visual artist (Siegel) respectively, the store also features local artists who create affordable, kid-friendly art, and ‘More Than A Mama‘ – a moms’ open mic night held the last Tuesday of every month. Gibson goes on to state that, “We want people to say, ‘There’s so much great stuff, it’s hard to choose!’ Who has time to look? We’re hoping to take that step out of the process” of resale shopping. Grow Kid Grow also plans to establish an ongoing kid-friendly music series, as well as special evening events geared toward parents. Gibson sums up by saying that, “We’re anticipating that our store will be a welcome addition to our community, and a win-win situation for everyone.” Resale kid and maternity clothes, music, art, and a place for my kids to play while I shop? The only thing missing is free Nutella. I’m in.
(Grow Kid Grow is located at 4310 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90029. They’re open S-F 10 AM – 6 PM, and Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM. You can contact Missy Gibson at 323.661.GROW (4769) for more information, or go to growkidgrow.com)
Tags: 'More Than A Mama' Open Mic Night, Children's Resale Boutiques, Eco-Friendly Boutiques, Eco-Friendly Kids' Clothes, Grow Kid Grow, growkidgrow.com, Kids' Clothing, LA Stylist Mom, Maternity Clothes, Maternity Resale, Missy Gibson, Resale Stores, Silver Lake Kids' Stores, Used Kids' Clothes
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