The 343 Bowling Bag is what eco-chic is all about. Made from recycled vintage magazines, Momaboma has an entire collection of bags all of them made from recycled materials including dresses, classroom schoolwork, flour sacks, and vinyl records.
Designed by Neide Ambrosio and made in Brazil, these colorful mesh handbags are worth their weight in aluminum. Made entirely from soda can pull tabs. 12.6" W x 9.1" H x 0.6" D, the strap is about 45 inches long. A must have for the eco-fashionista. Lined in silvery satin like fabric.
Even though autumn is fast approaching here in the western hemisphere there's still time for a few more nights of al fresco dining on the terrace. And what better way to provide mood lighting than these rocklite candles? Created from rocks selected by hand from Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Mexico, these rock candles burn oil through a permanent fiberglass wick.
Made from leftover reinforced steel from construction sites and hollowed out roots from logging sites, the bud stand is the perfect side table for small spaces. Use it indoors or outside on the patio to hold trinkets, snacks, drinks, or whatever takes your fancy. With showrooms in Los Angeles and Paris, the Thailand based Osisu is a company committed to environmental responsibility.
Coming to you straight from Providence, RI, home of RISD (Rhode Island School of Design), and some of the east coast's most innovative design minds, is this eco-friendly pod pillow, made from wool felt, organic cotton, and stuffed with feathers, uses water-based inks to print the designs.
Made from 100% certified organic hemp, are durable, as well as anti-bacterial and anti-fungal by virtue of the material --not additional chemicals. The shower and stall curtains are available in several elegant colors plus ecru and are beautiful enough to double as window curtains. Made in Europe.
SKN, whose tagline reads "modern design merging with planetary preservation" , introduces their first product, The Carrot Bag. Made in the USA from 100% unbleached cotton, this bag is perfect for anyone who wants to look good and act with purpose. 12 in. x 16 in. x 6 in.
These chic, funky, and eco-friendly seat cushions are made from woven "end of line" seatbelts. No zippers or seams. Available in several mod colors including red, orange, camel, chocolate, and black. 38 cm x 38 cm
This one of a kind eco-chic beach bag is made from recycled festival and event banners made of PVC polyester. There are two sizes, a small beach bag and the large bag (pictured above), which is 57 x 55 x 15 cm. in size and can be used as a shoulder bag or handbag. Designed by Meck Osten for Demano, a design company out of Barcelona, Spain.
These super striped placemats are perfect for summer dining. Trimmed in cotton and washable, they're made from Wootex, a woven recyclable plastic mesh. Available in three colors: licorice, poppy, and army. 13 in. high x 16.5 in. wide
Coir is a fiber derived from the husks of coconuts, specifically the coconut palm, which has been used in India for centuries for a number of uses. The natural color of coir is brown to reddish brown but it can be dyed to make bold, colorful, and graphic patterns. With their loose texture and ability to dry quickly, coir mats are nice accents around the pool, in an entrance hall, or as colorful doormats.
Whether you're dining on the terrace or hanging out in your post-mod garden with friends, these recycled rubber retro style flower coasters should get plenty of use. Set of four in red, orange, green, and blue. 3.25 in. x 4 in.
Made from Wootex, a woven recyclable plastic exclusive to Tote le Monde, this mod Hollywood cell phone pouch has a buckle that allows you to attach it to a handbag, belt, or anything with a strap. Avaialable in blues and greens or reds and oranges. 5.5 in. long x 4 in. wide.
Room dividers are a great accessory for loft spaces or the open-plan post-modern home.Crafted in Mexico, this classic and tres elegante room divider is the creation of designer Emiliano Godoy. Handmade from FSC-certified (sustainably harvested) beech, maple, or pine, and stitched together with cotton rope. Measues 83 in. tall and from 6 to 30 feet long.
As a consultant who bills by the quarter hour, I've always found notebooks like these indispensable for keeping track of my time and activities. Even though software may have replaced the notebook when it comes to time-keeping, what better way to flaunt your eco-chicness than by whipping out this recycled tyre notebook at meetings? The paper is recycled too. Print your company logo on the cover. Comes in A5, A6, and A7 sizes.
This nifty looking (and sturdy!) footstool from artist Inna Alesina is made from 100% recycled paper pulp egg cartons. Colored using a water-based fabric dye, it is available in four colors; terra cotta, green, blue, and beige. Color will fade in direct sunlight. 18" high x 22" wide x 12" across.
Perfect for the eco-minded sports and outdoor enthusiast, these shoelaces and lanyards are made from Ecospun, a fiber made from 100% recycled soda and water bottles.
Here's another clever use for those traffic signs--and another piece of artwork from metalsmith Boris Bally. Accented with copper rivets and bottle cap studs to give it a retro, yet mod look, the 17 3/16th inch diameter mirror is available with either orange or yellow rim.
Another fine product from Recycline, this colorful tableware--including plates, glasses, and cutlery--is made from 100% recycled plastic. Of course that means it's also recyclable (#5). Dishwasher safe, it comes in several mod colors. Great for summer dining!
More like card cases than your traditional wallet, these Jimi wallets are made from recycled plastic and meant for those who want to live a simpler lifestyle. Available in white, blue, gray, green, and orange, each measures 4.25 in x 2.5 in. x .5 in. and fits 5 cards and three folded bills. .jpg)
