April 22, 2008

Ecouture

EcoSkin Clothing

In the olden days, Earth Day was synonymous with tree hugging, Birkenstocks, and granola.

Thankfully, the ecofriendly movement is blossoming, and it’s looking pretty chic.

Consider EcoSkin. The new line incorporates earth-friendly, fair trade materials into beautiful clothing with minimal environmental impact. Designer Sandy Skinner sources sustainable bamboo from China, which is spun into yarn with wood-based Tencel and spandex. The result is a soft, silky fabric used to make figure-skimming tops and dresses that are anything but crunchy.

In a rainbow of colors and styles to suit any occasion, EcoSkin doesn’t sacrifice design for earthy sensibility. The flattering pieces would stand up to any fashion spread with cute bubble dresses, tulip-hemmed minis, and plunging V-necks.

Skinner also plans to donate a percentage of proceeds to environmental charities. Which means you’ll feel as good as you look.

And all of your friends will go green with envy.

Available online at nimli.com.