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Spring-Inspired Eco-Friendly Accessories

Any accessory you invest in should be a fashionable, eco-friendly staple. A springtime accessory should be no exception.

But what should be tacked onto these credentials are some spring-inspired hues. We’re talking pale stones, soft hues, neutral fabrics and perfect pastels. To stay on track for warmer weather style, check out my top “green” accessory picks perfect for this time of year.

Açaí Stud Earrings from the Andean Collection

The Andean Collection is known for combining natural materials with rustic metals, and their Açaí Stud Earrings are a great example of this. These studs are made from hand-dyed açaí seeds in their natural state, including soft hues like natural, sea green and lavender.

On an ethical note, the Andean Collection aims to bring sustainable change to poor communities in South America by using natural materials and offering artisans the opportunity to participate in the global market. Also, through their sales and donations, the company started the non-profit Andean Project to help address other poverty-related social issues.

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Eco-Friendly Wedding Rings by Green Karat

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It can be hard to be eco-minded when you’re staring at a big, sparkly piece of bling that’s calling your name, but, when you’re choosing rings that are going to solidify your wedding vows; why not choose jewelry that has minimal environmental impact so that the world as you know if might be around for a little while longer after you say “I do”.

Between the conflict that comes with diamond mining and acquisition, and the toll that gold mining has upon the environment; not to mention the conditions that the miners work in, risking their lives for the sake of a commodity that primarily becomes a status symbol, there are many strings attached to jewelry. Sure it looks nice, but once you have nowhere to wear it because the world as you know it is long gone due to environmental degradation, it really won’t do you much good. Yes, I’m being melodramatic; and yes, it’s true that one set of wedding rings isn’t going to make the difference between environmental soundness and complete destruction. But every little bit counts, and while one purchase may not seem like it’s on a large scale, think about everyone else who has the same attitude. Read more »

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Necklaces Made from NYC Subway Maps

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Sometimes products that come from recycled goods are the ones that are the most unique, even great conversation starters among friends and family who see something in your home or on your person that they fall and love with and want to know where you got it. The best part about purchasing these unique items is that even if you tell them where you got it from, they’ll never be able to copy your fashion or your home décor choices in their entirety because they are one of a kind. An example of a fashion item that when your friends ask, you can say “Haha, you can’t have it!” is the Recycled Maps Square Beads Necklace by the Recycled Planet Store. Read more »

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That’s Some Smart Glass: Recycled Jewelry for Mom

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Looking for a unique, cool, funky, not-too-expensive gift for the lady in your life? For say…Mother’s Day? Izzit’s got you covered in two words: Smart Glass.

Before going too far, let me explain the measuring stick by which I judge a great gift to the women in my life. Like the guy who invented it, the method is pretty simple.  I use a basic ‘friend-of-lady ooh-and-ahh scale’ approach – where said lady can be wife, girlfriend, mom, etc. Read more »

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