Author: Rachel Knebelsberger

Conscious Fashion: Earth Day Deals

Alright fashionistas, I know we don’t need to give you a reason to shop, but I also know that everyone loves a great deal. With Earth Day quickly approaching, stores have teamed up to offer eco-conscious shoppers like you some great perks. Here are a few 

Conscious Fashion: Fitness Frenzy

Even though I love working out, fashionable active wear isn’t something I jump to spend my money on. I admit it, I’m a T-shirt junkie- still wearing tees from high-school and college? check and check. Although I’m not ashamed of my tees, I think it’s 

Conscious Fashion: Dreamin’ of Denim

Spring fashion has long been a time of transition; we gradually slump off our heavy winter coats and dawn new threads. Each Spring, the fabrics get a little brighter, prints become a little cheerier and the material gets a little lighter. Spring 2012 is no 

Conscious Fashion: Miss Bright Eyes

It seems that the eyewear industry is beginning to see things in a new light. A variety of up-and-coming and well known designers have recently launched eyewear lines that support the environment. Three of my favorite designers are: Proof: Proof sells high quality sunglasses made 

Conscious Fashion: One Lipstick at a Time

Although slavery in the U.S was abolished in 1865, the fight against modern-day slavery continues. Human trafficking is the second fastest growing criminal industry and affects nearly 27 million victims annually. According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crimes, Human Trafficking “involves an 

Conscious Fashion: Fashion for a Cause

Known for chic, sophisticated styles, it may come as a surprise that Kate Spade New York has launched collections that were developed and produced in war ravaged countries such as Rwanda. In honor of  International Women’s Day, their latest line launched last Thursday and stems from a 

Conscious Fashion: Pineapple Couture

Playful and inviting, the pineapple can serve as a more than a sign of hospitality. Commonly used in the Philippines, the pineapple doubles as a sustainable fabric source. Referred to as piña, it is the fiber of pineapples that are actually used to create clothing. In 

Conscious Fashion: Junk to Funk

Recycling is based on the premise of reusing old materials to make new products. Trashion, a bold new trend, takes recycling one step further. Trashion earns its name through the fusion of trash and fashion. Junk to Funk is one organization that has pioneered this 

Conscious Fashion: Not Even a Drop

We have all heard this saying before: Water, use it wisely. We may have even tried to practice smart water habits by turning the faucet off while brushing our teeth or only doing laundry when we have a full load of clothes. As individuals it is 

Conscious Fashion: All’s Fair in Love&Chocolate

Although Valentines Day was yesterday, the entire week seems to be dedicated to red hearts, love letters, and chocolate. With chocolate on the brain and in the stores, this is the perfect opportunity to look at what it means to be Fair Trade and where to