Eco Fashion World

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It's that time of year again. My friend Cinny still writes a holiday wish list (like we did for jolly old St. Nick when we were kids) and shares it with everyone. As a 'grown up,' some of us get so caught up with responsibilities that we at times forget to dream and wish for special things we would like to have. Here is a list of a few things I am wishing for this holiday season that I think you may be interested in adding to your list:

Recently, I traveled to Private Islands of Georgia (that’s just off the Georgia Atlantic Coast,US) and stayed at Eagle Lodge, an eco resort on a private island owned by our gracious host, Captain Andy Hill, for a week of exploring, savoring the outdoors, gathering inspiration and living it up. Some of the activities included kayaking to Escape Island, hiking through the property surrounding Eagle Lodge, boating to and touring Mayhall Island, collecting treasures on Nanny Goat beach, dining on fresh, locally caught seafood, learning about the sustainable materials used in building the eco resort, and cruising the Georgia coast waters in glorious weather.

Photo courtesy of Mike Hilberger

If the word 'frock' doesn't freak you out a little bit there's a good chance you're open to a bit of classic, vintage shopping. I'm not talking everyday 'op-shopping'; I'm talking about seeking and carefully selecting timeless fashion pieces that have lasted the test of time. Well cut, good quality garments made to endure and unique, original pieces that simply aren't available elsewhere, are the bounty hunter's prize of a vintage shopper and are items you may expect to find at a good vintage outlet, website or fair.

Jenny Ambrose was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in Canada, also known as ‘the prairies.’ She grew up in clothing homemade by her mother and in the same way her mother worked with fabrics, her father worked with wood. He made furniture, patios and even houses. Her parents built two houses together, from foundation to decoration. After high school, she moved to Jasper in the Rocky Mountains for a year and a half before moving to the UK on her own in January 1998.

It is human nature to search and explore. Some people push a little harder than others to try new things, find ‘their place,’ and make an impact. New discoveries lead to personal growth and almost always, the influence radiates into the lives of those around the diligent movers and shakers. Andrea Rodriguez-Tarazi, the founder and designer of Knots & Stones, is one of those diligent movers and shakers, creatively converting her inspiration and taking her self-assigned role in the green revolution, armed with tiny knots, delicate seeds, and earth-made stones.

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Sofia Mendez-Schenone was born in Chile and also lived in Italy. Both places are filled with a known air of sensuality and an appreciation for femininity. She was inspired by women with a timeless appeal, sophistication and passion for every moment; women who look to have a good laugh and smile at life because they know who they are and where they stand. This is what Sofia aspired to reflect.