You can find a plethora of fabulous hippie chic dresses, skirts and tops at the PoorPitifulPearl Etsy shop. Everything is handmade from recycled and repurposed materials. Most of the custom, one-of-a-kind, “anti-fashion” items retail for under $6o. All items are professionally stitched and surged for durability. For young ladies of all ages.

(above) Feel “the luck of the Irish” on St Patrick’s or any day of the year with some lucky charms from Alex and Ani. They offer an array of charms and bangles – lightweight, stylish and eco-conscious – all made right here in the USA from recycled metals. Featured here is the Claddagh, whose classic Irish design signifies: love, friendship and loyalty – the Irish trifecta. Snag one now and you’re in luck: Original price of $38 is now $5 off for the month of March; ($33).

(above) Punctuate your favorite outfit with this necklace made from recycled chunks wooden letterpress. Three pieces of wood have been cleaned of all ink to reveal a rich, robust patina.  $42 @ the Breed Designs Supermarket shop

(above) What lies beneath the surface of your weatherbeaten snowboard? Perhaps a handsome, handcrafted belt buckle like the one pictured above.  Made in America. $55 @ the Skiplink Cargoh shop

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(above) Because winter is still out there somewhere… These snazzy fingerless arm warmers have been created from a bunch of recycled old sweaters. Perfect for texting.

$18 @ Molly Schwarzenberger’s CaTcHiNgDrAgOnFLiEs Etsy shop

(above) Eco jewelry makers Alex and Ani create all their earth-friendly pieces from recycled metals. Their ‘Because I am a Girl’ bangle is one of their latest designs.

Throughout 2012, 20% of all sales, with a minimum donation of $5,000, from the Because I am a Girl Charm will go to Plan International USA’s Because I am a Girl initiative, a movement to lift out of poverty four million girls in the developing world.

in Russian silver or gold $28 @ alexandani.com

(above) Add some flirty style to your accessory collection with this unique bag inspired by the Spanish flamenco dress. The eco-friendly Flamenco bag is made from a variety of recycled tires.

$125 @ the GOMABags Supermarket shop

(above) Itching to whip up a fresh apron for spring? Here’s an easy-to-follow pattern … Lemon-inspired fabric just takes the cake. Pretty Ditty ($12.50) @ jamiechristina.com.

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Vladimir Levestam creates wonderful designer jewelry out of found and salvaged wood. The basic raw materials of his designs were collected during the professional thinning of the Crimean National Park. Levestam also creates pieces that combine wood and amber (hardened pine pitch) like the woodsy amber and wood ring pictured above.

Many of his handcrafted designs cost less than $50.

These handcrafted dangle earrings are made with recycled silver and matte finished in 24K gold. The OOAK (one-of-a-kind) earrings have a unique, uneven, organic shape. $48 @ the anakim Etsy shop

Something new from something very, very old –  Andrea Bonelli  cast an ancient ammonite fossil in recycled sterling silver to create this elegant, sustainable necklace (photo above).

These ‘Rescued Again’ earrings (above) were created via the marriage of a pair of matching upcycled pocket watch gears and two repurposed 1920 Red Cross pins.

$28.95 @ the steampunkjunq Etsy shop

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Dara Gerson and Ashley Lowengrub of Alkemie Jewelry make all their wonderful pieces by hand from 100% reclaimed metals in their Los Angeles studio. Pictured above (l to r) are the Cicada ring and Egyptian Cobra and Lion necklace.

This year’s winner of the Red Carpet Green Dress competition has just been announced. Suzy Amis Cameron (photo on right in an earlier winning design), founder of the Red Carpet Green Dress design contest has announced the winning dress and surprise actress who will wear the sustainable gown to Sunday’s 84th Academy Awards.

Actress Missi Pyle, the vivacious actress recently seen in the Academy Award nominated film “The Artist,” will wear a design by Valentina Delfino, who was born in Venezuela and is now based in Miami. Delfino’s design was chosen from among hundreds submitted by designers who entered a sustainable dress design in the Green Dress competition, which began last November.

Swan & Stone created this mens style fedora hat (above) from Dijon yellow and azure blue, hand-felted wool. The designers make their hats entirely by hand, from fibers harvested on their Vermont farm.

Farmer/felter Samantha Stone raises the animals and makes gorgeous felts using home-grown wool and other locally-sourced natural fibers like alpaca and mohair. Designer/milliner Nora Swan uses her years of experience as a theatrical and fashion milliner to transform Sam’s felt into striking couture-grade hats and accessories.

$175  @ the Swan & Stone Etsy shop

Gray Harris Tweed Effie Bag (above) is made from luxurious Harris Tweed. Harris Tweed has been hand woven by islanders at their homes in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, and made from pure virgin wool, also dyed and spun locally in the Outer Hebrides.

$105 @ the Mairead Etsy shop

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The creative force behind the Australian fashion trendsetter Rant Clothing is the husband and wife team of Sarah and Jason Hodoniczky. Rant Clothing is easy wear with an emphasis on natural fibers like bamboo, thistle and silk. Working with their textural elements and cut into flattering shapes, Rant’s breezy, modern designs have both function and comfort in mind.

(above) All Rant garments are produced ethically, 100% in Australia, and with sustainability in mind: The use of 100% greenpower for their office and website are in addition to the ongoing donations made to charities working to protect the unique Australian wildlife and rainforests.

(above) Fit for a king, or queen … We love the handmade, sustainable jewelry and wedding rings designed and created by Susan Crow and her East Fourth Street jewelry line. All of the gold in East Fourth Street’s jewelry is recycled, and all of the stones are either reused or lab-created.

(above) You’ll always need some eco-friendly and sexy underoos to wear ‘neath your latest green threads. These nifty organic cotton and bamboo undies can be found @ ontheindside’s Etsy shop.

The Williamsburg Fashion Weekend Sample Sale is this Sunday – snag some fresh, local fashion fare for spring/summer 2012.
When: Sunday, February 19, 2012

Where: Secret Project Robot
389 Melrose Street
Brooklyn (Bushwick), NY
1:00pm-7:00pm

(photo at right: IQTEST-nyc.com)

How: L train to Jefferson Street
Open to the public, free entry

(photo at right, courtesy of: designer melissa lockwood of iqtest-nyc.com)

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(above) These artsy, ceramic heart earrings are handmade from start to finish; each bead is shaped by hand, dried, fired in the kiln, glazed and then fired again. Decorated with a deep red glaze and fitted with silver plated clip-ons … a very lovable $23 and change @ the karoart Etsy shop

(above) For those who take things to heart more literally, designer Peggy Skemp makes anatomically correct heart lockets from recycled silver ($275) or half-hearted pendants (for $110) … find your match @ peggyskemp.com

For those of you with a bigger budget you might want to consider the Murano Yellow Sapphire Ring, (above) for your beloved. The ring features fairly traded yellow sapphires caste in 18k recycled white, yellow and rose gold. Naturally, those are G-VS conflict free diamonds … $1121 @ greenoro.com

(above) This charm is created  from an upcycled earring, with a cord made from recycled sari remnants. If that cord doesn’t make the cut, replace it with a gold chain you probably already have lying around … a very loving $6.75 @ the cutarug Etsy shop.

(above) Handmade earrings from vintage heart-shaped buttons – lightweight for the lighthearted … $16.90 @ the kapelusznik Etsy shop.

(above) Perfect for spring – Apple and Bee Love Hearts organic cotton tote with nice details and interior zippered pocket … $46 @ NYC-based, kaightshopnyc.com.

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Swedish designer Helena Fredriksson creates modern, elegant and classic garments (see photos above) that feature gorgeous draping. Her fusion of the romantic and the mysterious is seen juxtaposed in a soft color palette with both oversized and body tailored designs. Believing in sustainable consciousness, Helena produces her pieces locally, in Brooklyn, NY, and uses only the finest, eco-friendly fabrics to create her Bergman inspired collection.

See more of the H Fredriksson line @ junoandjove.com where many of the dresses are now on sale.

(above) Is your honey the literary type? If so, one of these lovely bracelets made from recycled letterpress type might make the perfect Valentine’s Day gift.  $95 @ the nBreed Supermarket shop

Not every guy- or gal – can pull-off wearing a bow tie, but for those who can, these handcrafted adornments are made in limited numbers using recycled fabric remnants, vintage deadstock or special found fabrics. The bow ties must be hand tied – a small price to pay for this level of style. They’re adjustable in length and feature discrete hardware.  $68 @ poketo.com

Handcrafted in wooden-eyewear-specialist Shwood’s Portland, Oregon woodshop, these snazzy Canby sunglasses feature a timeless design. The wooden frames come in a choice of Cherry, East Indian Rosewood, or Zebrawood – all sustainably sourced from authorized and supervised plantations in different African countries. The shades feature Carl Zeiss or polarized lenses that offer 100% UVA/UVB protection and lots of style.

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(above) Funky chic — designer Stephanie Teague’s Pretty Birdie’s Hemp Silk Layer Dress is made from gathered layers of gorgeous, sustainable hemp silk. The dress features hand sewn flowers made from organic cotton gauze or peace silk and trim that’s organic lace. The hemp muslin belt is hand dyed with eco friendly dyes. Quite a departure from the scruffy hemp-laden fare of yesteryear … find it @ stephanieteague Etsy shop

(above) Sign of the times … Eco-fashion visionary Gary Harvey creates his high-fashion works from the most unlikely, and often mundane, recycled materials — like the 30 folded copies of the “Financial Times” literally used to construct the gown above.

Right in step … Mohop Shoes makes their cherry wedge sandal from Pará wood that is harvested from sustainably managed plantations and has been dyed a cherry color with eco-friendly, water-based dyes. The sandal features durable black rubber soling with (more…)

This weeks ‘Finds’ is focused on accessories, those little accents and touches that can make an outfit come alive. Enjoy.

Going clubbing? This unisex Steampunk cuff (above) made from the upcycled remains of a vintage watch and compass might just might get you past the doorman at your local punk club or dive bar. The cuff’s band is faux leather and adjustable.

$169 @ the justuspunks Etsy shop

Need a snappy eco-friendly scarf to finish off that outfit? Check out this great 100% bamboo Bambi Abbie scarf (above) from Nepali by TDM Design.

$125 @ tdmdesigninc.com

For you warm weather types – these Genesis peep-toe booties (above) from Naya Shoes make a fabulous style statement…and they’re on sale!

• Some features: vegetable tanned linings, an outsole containing 10-15% cork or rice husk and a beautiful wedge heel made from sustainably grown bass wood.

On sale for $48 (70% off) @ naturalizer

Designer Dean Dyment made this eye-catching, one-of-a-kind ring by hand from polymer clay he created himself. (photo above)

Very cute and very affordable: just $12 @ Dean’s cargoh.com shop

For that new wave of stylish urban biker pedallers (thank you Portlandia) — we bring you this belt made from recycled bike remains. Steel Toe Studios hand-finishes the recycled bike cog buckle which is affixed to a belt made from a recycled bike tube. for guys or gals $75 @ steel toe studios

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