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Fab Fair Trade Totes and Tips for Going Eco-Chic

When you think of eco-friendly fashion - do you think hemp ponchos and Birkenstocks ?

Virginia Dooley and Nicole Jones are working to change this. Rising Tide Fair Trade (RTFT) is the collaboration of the duo whose passion for exotic textiles and a vision to bring stylish and sustainable products to the American market was launched in earlier this year.

The debut "Kantha" collection launched with the limited edition carryall bag crafted by Indian artisan women part of a fair trade co-op where they earn a living wage. The bags are crafted from luscious colorful vintage Indian quilts and cruelty-free dark brown suede. Look for future collections with textiles from Uzbekistan, Cambodia, Senegal, and Bolivia.

>> See Virginia and Nicole's 5 tips for Going Eco-Chic.

"FRED SEGAL Green" Brings Eco Chic Shopping to the West Coast

Fred Segal joins the eco-chic revolution with a new 1200sq foot store, Fred Segal Green, at the Santa Monica location. Built  with eco-friendly products from construction materials to finishes, the space promises to be a luxurious source for green living fused with modern design.

>>read more on Fred Segal Green

Next Generation Eco Chic

Embellished with Tibetan bells, this cotton Maharishi Organic cotton tank dress is made of 100% organic cotton from the UK label Maharishi by Hardy Blechman. Pure joy.