(above L to R) Eco minded jeweler, Carolyn Rafaelian’s Alex and Ani line is made from recycled materials, right here in the USA. While supplies last, now through January 31, receive $5 off the charming French Royalty Expandable Single Bangle, (now $33). Paired with Endless Hoops (2 sizes, $58/$68), you’ll have beautiful and amazingly comfy, lightweight accessories for life.
Don’t miss Kaight NYC’s 60% Winter Sale going on now…Loving these designer coats: Nature vs Future Double-breasted Swerve Coat made from surplus wool and cashmere; and Camilla Norrback’s 100% organic cotton Hanny Coat, both now reduced to $297.
(above L to R) Snazzy upcycled hobo bags and totes individually handmade in California from scraps or vintage materials ($180 & $250, including shipping anywhere in the USA) from VintageChase.
(above) True Blood, or perhaps even Twilight fans, here’s something to sink your teeth into — fang-motif eco undies (hand-dyed 95% organic linen, 5% Spandex trim) … Aurora Set ($100) @ urbanfox.com
(above) Anchor’s Away – set sail on the weekend with this adorable hemp canvas duffle bag (adjustable straps and water-based screenprint); from Portland-based, Sown Textile Design, ($75) on etsy.com
A shout out of thanks to HOTLIPS for sending us a bevy of carbonated fruit juice beverages. We put them to the test and here are the results…
Read my lips – if you like soda or carbonated fruit drinks, you’ll love HOTLIPS’ lineup of natural fruit sodas, they’re nicely bubbly and berry-licious.
Why do we love them? Aside from HOTLIPS’ rich fruit flavor and light sparkling quality, this Oregon-based family-run business sources their fruit from locally available fruit farms in the Pacific Northwest, and they tap into a locally available recycled glass for their bottling. (more…)
Across the nation, a steady drumbeat of environmental claims continue to be spread by hotels and resorts, both big and small. Whether they’re touting free hybrid parking, organic amenities, or in-room recycling, the greening of the tourism industry is on the incline, and climbing right along with it are the greenwash tactics practiced all too often.
The bottom line is that there are simply too few credible organizations regulating these claims, and for your everyday traveler, it makes choosing eco-friendly lodging a time-consuming—and somewhat annoying—task.
If you’re scouring for hotels that are walking the walk, check out Green Globetrotter’s Guide to LEED Hotels in the U.S. Certified by the U.S. Green Building Council, this round-up of hotels runs the gamut from uber chic to ultra rugged—and includes every LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rated option in the U.S., spanning 18 states.
From the swanky “The Nines” Hotel in Portland to more economical options like standby Holiday Inn, this printable PDF is a must-pack on your next road trip.
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