Furry Fashion Faux Pas at Obama Inauguration

Cool or anti-green old school? This isn't a debate about the tastiness of seitan, guys - it's fur.

Okay, so you're no John Feldman, hosting lobster liberation parties. But there's something to be said for holding back on the non-PC attire at a very PC event: the 2009 Inauguration.

Spotted wearing fur (via Ecorazzi):

--Lynne Cheney with a fur collar on her coat
--Spike Lee and wife Tonya Lewis
--Steven Spielberg's wife
--Jay-Z (?) but NOT Beyonce - and definitely not Aretha, who has gotten into messes for being her usual fur-clad (but still fabulous) self

NOT wearing fur: Obama, Michelle, the Bidens, Laura Bush - and more than 2 million others. Get it?

Eco-Chic Shopping Event

On October 23rd, just about every eco-inclined shopper and green fanatic in the Bay Area will be shopping green fashion items by designers like beacauseatom and Fair Tribe, as well as looking into the wares of mineral makeup vendors, ethical jewelers, natural bath product companies, environmental media groups, vintage clothes sellers, advocacy groups, and more.

It begins promptly at 5p.m. and will only last until 9p.m.! The shopping extravaganza will be held at the Regency Center in San Francisco (1270 Sutter Street @ Van Ness). You should get there early because, the first 300 guests to walk through the doors will receive a reusable gift bag filled with green goodies like eco eye shadow, organic tea, Green Zebra guides, Bloomsberry chocolate, and other treats.

Tickets can be pre-ordered online at the two-for-one price of $15.

COCO ECO

The absolute latest in style-driven eco-fashion has come forth in COCO ECO, the perfect magazine for all of you green fashionistas.

It will launch late this fall. The brains behind this magazine is Anna Griffin. She has been featured and spotted on Ecorazzi as the host of some of their video highlights.

FREE mini-facials @ Ecologique in San Francisco THIS SATURDAY!

Everyone is heading back to school and summer vacation is over. Its easy to get yourself in a rut about having to go back to school and work, but honestly the best way to go back is in style.

On September 27th Ecologique and Edelbio are inviting you to a day all about you at Ecologique Boutique at 141 Gough St (at Oak) in the trendy Hayes Valley shopping district.

Our mini-spa escape includes one half-hour complimentary mini-facial. --The treatment starts off with a deep cleanse, a gentle exfoliation, a fresh wake-up mask, and then given a healthy vitamin boost from our signature raspberry serum. Finish off with a moisturizer customized for your skin type.

So, before you get all stressed out, treat yourself to a day of relaxation and pampering! Space is limited, so reserve your time by calling Lela at 415.621.2431.

Dance to Save Our World

Club4Climate is a dance brand that is making its own contribution to saving our environment. It's essentially your typical night out dancing, but all the music and money contributions go to Friends of the Earth. So "all you really have to do is dance to save the world."

Stay tuned because they plan to have an island destination of serious luxury and relaxation that doesn't sacrifice the environment at any expense. It should be opened in 2010.

We Add Up

We Add Up - "is a tremendous marketing tool to promote the important message about the climate crisis." - Al Gore

They use organic T-shirts to make a statement. When you purchase a shirt you're literally counted in the fight against global warming. The number printed on your shirt represents your place in the sequential global count of all the people who are taking steps to help stop climate change. 

Along with the T-shirts they offer tote bags, mugs and water bottles. Make a difference and prove that every single person counts!

Be Eco Chic

"It's not just about 'Who' you're wearing anymore. It's about 'What' you're wearing."

Be Eco Chic launched last night with a full on fashion show. The greenest celebrities strutted their stuff on the catwalk and the most fashionable designers were in attendance.

Be Eco Chic it thriving to keep fashion alive and responsible at the same time. They want to make an example and show that you can live green without giving up your stylish identity.

Keep up with their site for other eco resources, tips, and events!

Get Up & Do Something

For most of you, summer by now has become a bit dull. Well it's time to get up and do something. Check out this website which will definitely inspire you to get up and do something. Do Something is a website which believes that individuals have the power to make a difference. They provide tools and resources to help convert your ideas and energy into positive action.

Just a few of the celebrity supporters are Kristen Bell, The Jonas Brothers, and Rhianna.

Click here to watch the cool video!

Imagine Whirled Peace

Actress Maggie Gyllenhaal has teamed up with various peace activists and Ben & Jerry's to unveil details for the Peace Day concert that will take place on September 21st.

Centerpiece of the day's event: A re-creation of John Lennon and Yoko Ono's Peace Bed-In. Photographer Roy Kerwood, who shot the original 1969 protest, will attend.

Ben & Jerry's also is unveiling its Lennon tribute ice cream, Imagine Whirled Peace, a concoction of caramel and sweet cream ice cream, fudge peace signs and toffee cookie pieces.

One word: YUM.

Disney's New Film Label - all about Nature

Disneynature is The Walt Disney Studios' label dedicated to working with leading filmmakers to produce one cutting-edge theatrical releases each year celebrating the wonders of the world in which we live.

They have recently released a trailer for Earth, which they plan on debuting on Earth Day of next year! Patrick Stewart narrates the film as the story of the lives of three “animal families” unfold as they cross the globe — or just do cool things — like polar bear snow angels.

EnergyFACTory at Coachella

Eco-savvy individuals take note... the EnergyFACTory at Coachella will debut this year.

What it is: a solar energy art exhibit and demonstrations of alternate energy powered fun.
Who it's for: music lovers and energy efficient seekers alike.
What they have: Bike-powered cell phone chargers, eco-powered poster and screen printing, sustainable fashion and let us not forget the Coachella spirit --> good - no, great - music. They even have a solar powered DJ booth!

Goings On Around Town: The Face Parlour Launch Party

We've mentioned Face Parlour before, but allow us to re-introduce.

Face Parlour was founded by Lauren Fornes, an esthetician with a goal to "democratize radiant skin." She found her calling after a successful career in luxury marketing and her own personal struggle with adult acne. Lauren loves to help her clients feel and look great, all while knowing the real ingredients in the products. Through the FaceParlour site, she shares her expertise and research with the hope of directing clients to skin care products that are effective, safe, and sustainable.

On April 22nd Face Parlour held a party at Spring in San Francisco for their official launch! Lauren greeted everyone as they walked in through the door. After being greeted by Lauren, guests were free to view the products of Spring, nibble on snacks, drink organic vodkas, and mingle amongst themselves.

Congratulations to Lauren and FaceParlour, we hope to be celebrating many anniversaries with you!

This Week, Top Button Goes Eco

Top Button is celebrating Earth Day all week, but they're kicking it off with the launch of their new eco-friendly section: ECO-BUTTON.

Eco-Button will keep you posted on which celebrities are going green and what designers are doing the same. It'll help you discover new eco-friendly products, boutiques, and online shops. They inform you on exclusive industry and trade events and they give you a green tip each week.

Check out the Eco-Events & Who's Going Green. We'll keep you updated about them too!

Correction: Organic Fashion is Fly

I previously posted a blog about how it seems practically impossible to find organic clothing that is both organic AND stylish. However, this weekend, the girls of the Teens for Safe Cosmetics "Turning Green" Fashion Show proved me wrong.

They walked us through all the major facets of daily life from morning to shopping to a night on the town. And the best part was-they did it all using completely green, sustainable and organic materials. And I must say, I wouldn't mind wearing a few of those outfits myself.

Bravo girls. You enlightened me. And thank you to all of the companies who were inspired to create clothing that is actually wearable for the eco-conscientious citizens of today's world. Maybe I'll go out and buy some new organic outfit for myself. Who can argue with an excuse for a shopping spree?

Natural in New York

Heads up! Want another excuse to spend an exciting weekend in the Big Apple? Well here's your excuse. The Natural Beauty Summit America is occurring on May 15th-17th 2008 at the Hilton Hotel in New York City.

The gathering will be informational and shed new light on new certification procedures and standards developed for natural and organic cosmetics. As we know, many cosmetics that make these claims do not have the science to back them up. "Organic Monitor predicts 2008 to be a defining year for the natural cosmetics industry. An industry shake-up is envisaged as widespread adoption of natural & organic standards begins. This will eventually lead to clear lines being drawn between legitimate natural / organic products and pseudo products."

"The Natural Beauty Summit America will bring together key stake-holders (cosmetic manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, packaging companies, retailers, industry organizations, investors etc...) and create a forum to learn and discuss the key challenges the cosmetics industry faces in terms of natural products & sustainability."

Organized by Organic Monitor and Beyond Beauty Paris (with whom Edelbio made its infamous debut), the event will encourage discussion about where the organic cosmetic trends will lead us and hopefully inspire relationships that will allow the industry to grow and improve together.

Teens Turning Green National Campaign Kick-Off

Friday April 4th of 2008 marked a day in history. At the Broad Street Ballroom in New York City, The Teens For Safe Cosmetics Campaign held their Turning Green-Living Green event. If you weren't there, you definitely missed out! Erin Schrode and her team of green advocates put on an amazing event that featured a short documentary, an absolutely stunning runway show, several organic brands, and a mini-spa to boot.

Tim Daly, from the popular spin-off of Grey’s Anatomy, Private Practice, was in attendance along with his wife Amy Van Nostrand to support their daughter Emelyn Daly who was a model in the run-way portion of the event!

All of the models were amazing as they strutted down the run-way in the coolest and hippest organic clothes. Be sure to keep these names in mind for the future, they could be the next top model: Alexandra Vicuna, Cheyenne Kinch, Deepa Satwarine, Dwayne Garner, Emelyn Daly, Erica Fredrickson, Erin Schrode, Hannah Gross, Jade Viggiano, Jenny Osman, Jessica Despagne, Julia Wilfert, Kendra Miller-Rosenberg, Leah Sinderbrand, Taylor Griffin, and Marissa O'Brien.

Everyone who was there walked away with a free goody bag with samples from all of the brands and tasty snacks and treats provided by Whole Foods. They also walked away with a clear message: ORGANIC IS FABULOUS!

We can’t wait for The Teens For Safe Cosmetics Campaign to put on another glamorous event.

Seeking Fun and Friendship...?

Are you a lovely lady living in San Francisco or are you near by in the Bay Area? Are you bored and wanting something fun to do? Are you up to meeting new people and making more friends?

Take a look into City Girls Group! City Girls Group is a way for women of all ages to network and participate in various activities of interest!Their primary goal is to create a strong community for women! They have a calendar full of events that will keep you busy and they promise to introduce you to long-time friendships.

Christy Green, the founder of City Girls Group, started the community due to a terrible experience. Read more about it in the press release.

EcoLogiQue 's First Birthday Party!

Congratulations EcoLogiQue! They are celebrating their first birthday this month! And celebrating how else? but with a party! This San Francisco eco-friendly boutique is located in Hayes Valley and features fashion-forward clothing for men, women, and babies made from sustainable materials such as organic cotton, and bambo.

In the words of EcoLogiQue founder, "One of the most powerful tools we have is where we put our money. It is with this belief that the boutique was created. EcoLogiQue is a representation of apparel made with as little impact upon the earth as possible. As the world is opening its eyes and ears to the ways in which we can be the change, we are opening the door of possibility and are making the change accessible."

So support the cause!

Saturday, March 15th from 12-8 PM, they will be holding a reception of Earth friendly fashion, music and art...and they haven't forgotten the organic wine and cheese. It's an open invitation so everybody is welcome! Grab the family and spend the day eating, dancing and celebrating the green way!

March 15, 12-8 PM
141 Gough St. (@ Oak)
San Francisco, CA 94102
415.621.2431

BYOA - Bring Your Own Art

Looking for something to do this Thursday night? Are you an artist, starving to showcase your artwork? Are you interested in looking at what other artists have created? Well then make your way to the Fillmore Center!

Bring Your Own Art is the Indie Arts Bizarre. This event could be called a "live-art mashup" which is, in fact, calling for entries. All types of musicians, visual artists, performers and wordsmiths will be in attendance. This event showcases several independent artists and gives them a chance to mingle, network and use the open mic opportunity to speak about up coming projects and who they are looking to collaborate with on their projects. Even if you are not an artist you will not, I repeat, will not be turned away! They're only asking for a small donation of two to five bucks for entrance.

For more information on this event, check out the official website.

Free Event: Annual Children's Summer Program Fair!

In just a few weeks Spring will officially be here. Of course this also means that summer is on its way! All of the kids will be out of school sometime in June and just what will you have planned for them all summer? This Sunday, AAUW Oakland-Piedmont will host the 26th Annual Children's Summer Program Fair.

This event is FREE! You will have the opportunity to explore and look into a number of local summer programs at this free fair. They have all different kinds of programs and camps ranging from athletic programs, dance camps, arts and crafts camps, sleep-away or day camps, etc. Parents will also have the opportunity to register their children for summer programs at this event.

While you're at it you might consider taking BART to do your part at environmental conservation.

Global Green Threw Pre-Oscar Party!

On February 20th, Global Green USA promoted their smart solutions to global warming, exhibited beneficial climate change initiatives, and did so all while throwing an amazing event!

The party had guest performers such as, GRAMMY Nominated Michelle Branch and Oscar Nominated Damien Rice. Aside from the performances, the party featured the latest in green automobiles, cutting-edge green home products and design.

Make a note that the event also kicked off its Global Green's Red Carpet/Green Cars campaign. This means that celebrities will be arriving at the Oscars in fuel-efficient vehicles!

This event has taken place since 2003 and this year the event raised $420,000 to benefit Global Green's climate change initiatives. Also, because this is an election year, they also promoted their 2008 message of "Drive Green. Live Green. Vote Green."

Global Green has many celebrities on their LA committee. Some of the most dreamy just happen to be Orlando Bloom, Charlize Theron, Leonardo Dicaprio, and Penelope Cruz!

Be sure to make a visit to their site to stay up to date on upcoming events.