Can Fashion Be Eco?
Environmental entrepreneur, journalist, author and all around eco super-hero Paul Hawken recently said, “green consumerism is an oxymoronic phrase . . . fashion is the deliberate inculcation of obsolescence.” Mr. Hawken you are absolutely right . . . but according to today’s consumer spending reports, Vogue, and Women’s Wear Daily, “fashion” isn’t going anywhere soon. As the prosperous continue to spend a large amount of environmental resources on the latest, it makes sense to offer eco alternatives . . . and to make them desirable. Yes, the following designers are still catering to consumerism, but they’re doing so with sustainable materials, clean production methods, and fair trade policies. Enjoy this slideshow for the latest in beautiful environmentally conscious and responsible fashion. Linda Loudermilk (www.lindaloudermilk.com) uses fabrics made of sasawashi, bamboo, sea cell, soya and other exotic self-sustaining plants. All fabrics and subsequent garments are created by meticul
