This spring, we can't get enough of boldly printed accessories. Made of 100% organic cotton and linen with non-toxic water-based inks, these pillows are a feel-good way to incorporate the trend at home as well.
Get gold that's all glitz, no guilt. These baubles' earth-friendly refining process results in less waste and purifies water and air used in the process before being re-released into the environment.
Herndon Heald 18k gold and blue sapphire earrings, $361; herndonheald.com
A bright, menswear-inspired watch adds fun to any summer wardrobe. This chunky pick is good for the earth, too—it's made of 87% recycled materials, including biodegradable corn resin. If that doesn't sound glam enough, not to fret: tiny diamonds line the face.
If living a synthetic life makes you shudder, rejoice: we've found eco-friendly leather! Ellington's ECO bags come from an award-winning tannery that uses less water and energy than traditional methods.
Inside and out, the newest hair helpers from Garnier are designed with Mother Nature in mind. Biodegradable ingredients mean less is being left on the planet (and on your hair!) The green bottle isn't just for show; it containts 50% recycled post-consumer plastics. Brava!
Garnier Fructis Pure Clean shampoo, $3; target.com and conditioner, $3; target.com
The material used in this showstopping piece will get your heart racing and trees growing...sort-of. It's teak, sourced from renewable Brazilian forests.
NADA necklace, $499; 416-204-9982 or info@nadadesigns.com to order
All shoes are not created equal. These Naya heels are made with vegetable-tanned leather, bamboo and cork and come with a mission to replenish what they take. For every pair purchased at Nordstrom (or its dotcom) between April 15 and May 3, a tree will be planted.
Lighten your laundry footprint with a natural, chlorine-free bleach. Made of plant-based products and filtered water, it'll get the whitest results without harming the planet.
This strong style has an equally impressive backstory. Master Colombian wood workers use tropical wood that would ordinarily be discarded to fashion jewelry instead.
This handy little hamper quadruples as a garment bag, duffel bag and over-the-day hamper, for convenient laundering (or toting to the dry cleaner's.) Perfect for the college dorm or teeny, tiny apartment that forces your kid to have way too much dirty laundry, all the time.
For the fashionable and sustainable lifestyle, look for vegan accessories. With the purchase of one of these limited-edition ikat print bags before Earth Day (April 22), $21 will be donated to charity:water to bring fresh drinking water to developing nations.
