Inspired by the gypsies of the Thar with a hint of the 70’s iconic disco era , A Peace Treaty’s Spring 11 jewellery collection is made by families of artisans in the Rajasthani desertfrom gold plated brass and discarded camel bone. Creating jewellery with a unique vintage feel, like treasures dug out from centuries ago that somehow, still look current. Thar, a testement to heritage,culture and craftsmanship, allows Dana Arbib and Farah Malik’s A Peace Treaty to consistently stand as a modern example of fashion that is timeless, socially conscious and of course thoroughly Highsnobette approved.Take a look at more jewels on the next page. Thar is available for sale here.
Artist Karen Ingham took on the ambitious project of saving the shrinking populations of bees and other pollinators, by creating “Pollinator Frocks,” a series of apparel treated with a nectar-like sugar solution that will attracts and nourish bees and the like. She even created outfits for separate occasions: day-wear to draw bees and butterflies and evening-wear for nocturnal critters such as moths. While the poetry of having butterflies on my dress can seduce me, I don’t know about being surrounded by moths? But it is for the good of the earth. Moths don’t bite. A look at the fabrics on the flip while the video explains the process more in detail.Via Ecouterre.
Artist Rachel Mahlke’s concept for her up-cycled stiletto planters is a statement ” about hard-working women, the increasingly artificial nature of American femininity, and the impossible images that women face in our society. It’s a prickly, spiky, sticky situation…” With names like Floozy, 50 ft. Woman the collection takes cheeky home decor to new heights.Luv! All available here. Spotted at inhabitat.
Like that comfy t-shirt you want to wear all the time , the Environment collection by Heather Heron, made entirely in California uses army fabrics to create a collection of handbags that can easily become favorites. While the “Razorblade” clutch above we see as the star, the line offers a wide range of bag silhouettes , including one to fit a surfboard. The assorment also comprises of throws and scarves flawlessly adding a lifestyle element to the very successful Environment Furniture collection.The “Pacifca Sofa” made of that same recycled army tent fabric is a must see! A closer look at Environment by Heather Heron on the next page. All available here.
Made entirely of re-purposed materials like tires, rice sacks, potato sacks to name a few, enjoy a look at Super Earth Goods, which provides sleek and stylish options with a very well expressed unisex flair. Available here and at Blackmarket. Viewmore items on the flip.
Just released, a Lecoanet Hemant collaborative tee with Masala titled “Ladies First,” with parts of the proceeds going to the Ngo ”Breakthrough” campaign, engaged in stopping violence against women. For more info on the tee, click here.
Gap partners with fashion blogger Susie Bubble and nine other celebs in a holiday charity effort titled “Want.” If you like the above video on Facebook, Gap will donate $1 to one of the charities picked by Bubble and company.
Christian Louboutin has created a very limited style called “Peace Of Shoe.” All of the proceeds from sales of the style will benefit microfinance and the charity of choice for Christian Louboutin is Grameen Foundation, a organization dedicated to reducing world poverty. The shoe is a silk, peep-toe platform trimmed with hand-stitched, embroidered Indian ribbon. Just 33 pairs will be made, 10 in pink (images on next page), 12 in champagne (above) and 11 in lavender, carried at Christian Louboutin boutiques in Hollywood and Miami. Info and images courtesy of Christian Louboutin.
Following on the heels of its first U.S. retail location in Miami, Lanvin yesterday held a charity runway show (in what appears to be largely resort 2011) for Project, a neonatal intensive care facility. Perhaps inspired by Marc Jacobs Spring 2011 show, the runway featured nightclub lighting and the clothes featured spoke to what designer Alber Elbaz is so perfect at–designing modern chic looks that look and feel lush and are capable of being worn by a woman of any age. Elbaz seems not to worship women, as much as appreciate their complexity and mystery. And like a great athlete, he makes it all look rather effortless and easy to do. Though if there is any drawback to the show, it’s that the gorgeous garments remind how much of a great divide exists between the runway and what is about to be offered up by H&M. Over sixty more images on the next page.
For the Spring 2011 season Timberland introduces a set of new safari-inspired styles under their Earthkeepers label. The collection of breathable, rugged footwear is made of the newly-launched Bionic canvas, a unique material made from organic cotton wrapped around a recycled core, making it stronger than regular canvas, plus water and stain repellent. More styles on the next page .
