Archive for October, 2009
Oct 31, 2009
The word Priti has many meanings in Sanskrit such as out of satisfaction, with love, and pleasurable sensation. Priti Nails‘ non-toxic nail polish line has been designed and specifically named after beautiful flowers, and plants that they resemble. Priti Polishes have been formulated without Toluene, DBP and Formaldehyde, all known carcinogens and does not [...]
Oct 30, 2009
The legging/tights I’ve had since 2006 (I love them) are falling apart so I am on the hunt for a magnifeco pair (or two). Here’s the best of what’s on offer:
Dutch designer Rianne De Witte offers a Legging in ‘nearly black’ made of 95% organic cotton 5% elasthan. €39. Ships everywhere.
Brigitte, part of Toggery by [...]
Oct 29, 2009
Dressing up (for the boardroom) needs not only great clothes, but fantastic accessories. We love these fine silver leaf shaped earrings with a skeletal leaf texture from DaWanda shop Ali Bali Jewellery. They have handcrafted sterling silver earrings wires soldered to them. Made from recycled fine silver. Matching items also available. €32. Ships everywhere.
Shifflett [...]
Oct 28, 2009
Yesterday we began a “eco-for-the-boardroom” theme, and want to continue today with these. Lav & Kush believes in having it ALL: not compromising style and yet all the while being aware of our environmental footprint. They strive to use eco-friendly and sustainable materials, produce locally (In Vancouver, Canada) and direct a percentage of revenue towards [...]
Oct 27, 2009
Yesterday’s red cloak/coat got us thinking about cooler days and colder nights and the magnifeco choices of eco-outerwear this season. Here are a few more:
Nature Vs. Future’s winter coat features asymmetrical buttons, knee length hem. Hemp, organic cotton blend. Extremely warm. Made in Brooklyn. Available at Kaight. $425 USD.
Elroy Apparel’s Akala Coat with very high [...]
Oct 26, 2009
The philosophy of designer Rianne de Witte is to create beauty combined within a spirit of protection. De Witte designs are inspired by the elegance of nature, traditional skills and a conscious way of living. She works with high standard, sustainable fabrics to respect the environment, and the clothes are fairtrade produced in The Netherlands, [...]
Oct 25, 2009
Everything on Magnifeco is “click-to-buy” (you click on the picture or text and it takes you straight to the where you can buy the product). Browse and buy - it’s what we like and so we figure it’s what you like. Most of the posts on here go directly to the designers’ or the producers’ [...]
Oct 24, 2009
MADE-BY is a non-profit organization that supports fashion with respect for people and the planet. They’re celebrating their 5th anniversary with a design contest sponsored by EDUN LIVE. They challenge you to create the most original design for an EDUN LIVE t-shirt. The prize? First -the honour of seeing your design produced and sold [...]
Oct 23, 2009
Hawks Ave. is an eco-conscious, rock n’ roll inspired, street wear line, based and manufactured in Vancouver, Canada. With fashion foremost in mind, and sustainability running a close second, each piece is made-in-house to lower its environmental impact. Designer Jenny Sandberg creates jersey separates, made from bamboo and organic cotton with unique artwork. All pieces [...]