Sodafine is one my favorite sources for eco friendly, organic, fair trade, local designers, handmade and vintage clothing and accessories online; they consistently introduce new designers and innovative pieces. Today and tomorrow (9/22 & 9/23), take 20% off your order with code “Grechen2day.”
My favorite new pieces are by Spanish designer, Raasta, made from organic cotton and wool/silk:
And I can’t help but love these Recycled/Recyclable Plastic shoes by Melissa:
(greengrechen’s list of LOTS more coupon codes to online eco-chic boutiques)
Tobi has been one of my favorite online boutiques since their launch a couple of years ago, and most of what I love about it is their awesome eco-Tobi section. I really admire “mainstream” boutiques that devote a significant part of their inventory to eco-friendly items; I think it’s a great way to encourage customers who otherwise aren’t seeking eco-friendly products to consider them. Eco-tobi carries a great selection of beauty, jewelry, handbag, shoe and clothing brands like Doie, Melissa (recycled plastic shoes), Stella McCartney for LeSportsac, Juice Beauty, Araks, Edun, Stewart + Brown and more.
You can usually save 10% at Tobi.com with code 10GRECHEN, but through 9/18, you can save 25% (on new arrivals AND sale items) with code FALLATTOBI. Heading into Fall, it’s a great time to pick up one of the uber-popular Prairie Underground hoodies or jackets:
Cloak Hoodie
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Moth Coat
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Short Cloak
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or, seriously splurge on a Stella McCartney for LeSportsac travel bag (I have a SMC for LeSportsac piece from last season that I love to death – it holds WAY more than you think it possibly can, is super-stylish, and my go-to travel bag)
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I have been looking at Melissa’s “plastic” sandals for quite some time now, but only just now decided to take the plunge and buy a pair. The ballet flats are especially cute, and maybe I’ll try a pair this Fall, but I just can’t wear “shoes” in the Summer time (my feet just get too hot), so I decided on the “Sin” Sandals instead.
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I took my normal size in these (8) and find they fit true to size. They were so comfortable from the moment I put them on, I made the mistake of walking the dog with them on. And yes, that was a mistake. The rubber rubbed the bottom/inside of my second toe on my left foot RAW. This usually happens when I break out flip-flops for the first time every summer – my toes aren’t used to rubber in between them – so I should have known better. Anyway, I had to refrain from wearing them for a few days until my wound healed, and after that, they were perfect. I’ve worn them a lot, and find them to be more comfortable than “regular” flip flops, and they have more padding than my other flat sandals. I guess they are slightly gladiator-esque, but that wasn’t what drew me to them; they’re just a more unique form of the flip flop in my opinion. They’re great for wearing in the rain, or after the rain when you know your shoes will get wet – and when they’re entirely worn out, you can recycle them! They are also made of partially recycled plastic, so they’re already more eco-friendly than regular flips. The Brazilian company that produces Melissa sandals is also devoted to earth-friendly and ethical business practices, so if that is as important to you as it is to me, it’s the perfect sandal!
I bought my Melissa sandals at Tobi and used 10GRECHEN for 10% off, but you can also find them online at these shops.
