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Much as sister site Inhabitat does for architecture and design, Ecouterre will do for fashion.  Going beyond superficial trends, Publisher, Jill Fehrenbacher and Managing Editor, Jasmin Malik Chua focus on design in eco fashion and beauty, providing essential insights and fresh perspectives on sustainable style.

As founder and publisher Fehrenbacher says, “…There are a ton of talented, environmentally conscious designers who are producing beautiful, innovative, groundbreaking designs each year, and they are really not getting the attention they deserve from mainstream press.  I’ve started Ecouterre to provide a showcase for these up-and-coming designers and a forum to get people talking about eco-design.”

We love the tripped out name and smart editorial, and wholeheartedly support their mission, “to follow the evolution of the apparel industry toward a more environmentally sound future, as well as spark conversation about why sustainable design matters.” Best wishes to Jill, Jasmin and the team for much success!  Check it all out @ ecouterre.com

This multi-purpose eco dog toy – called the Būmi - can be tugged, pulled, flexed, thrown or floated.  West Paw Design makes this extremely pliable dog entertainment system out of Zogoflex, its proprietary recyclable material.

Features: guaranteed to last repeated exposure to even the most destructive hounds, 100% recyclable, flexible – you can stretch the Būmi to twice its length and it will bounce back to its curved “S” shape.  If your pooch does destroy this toy, West Paw will give you a one-time free replacement or refund.

Available in 2 sizes and 3 colors. Non-toxic, FDA approved and made in USA.

$10 (s) – $13.50 (L) @ west paw design

If you want to go green why not start from the ground up?  These men’s Trailmaster hikers from Wicked Hemp sport an 85% Hemp upper with vegan nubuck toe and heel collar.  The toecap and heel stabilizer are Recycled PVC.  The inside lining is vegan mesh and, unlike many eco-friendly shoes, they aren’t shockingly ugly.

$54 @ wicked hemp