While in New York City, the OrganicNation.tv crew got a chance to stop at the NOW Showcase to talk with SUST Founder Tristan Gribbin about her eco-friendly clothing line. SUST clothing is made with 100% certified organic cotton grown in the US, and the garments are manufactured ethically in California. In this video, Tristan reveals how she came up with the name "SUST" and gives a sneak-peak of some new items for Fall 2009 and Spring 2010.http://www.organicnation.tv/blog/behind-the-label-sust-organic-clothing.html
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Some of Ang Kiukok's favorite subjects (Scream, Dog, Harvest, and the ever popular Clowns) are printed in Freeway's limited edition collection consisting of graphic tees, outerwear, woven tops, dresses, Men’s graphic tees and accessories such as: bags, fashion jewelry, and a watch.
Urban camouflage and disguises are a somewhat artistic and humorous way to have a little fun. You remember fun, don’t you? It seems urban camo has really caught on with some. Individuals have taken to developing clothing that allows them to stand in plain sight and blend in with busy streets, grocery aisles and practically any other location that a fun-seeking prankster can gain access to.
Austrian masters graduate Sonja Bäumel presents a body of work at Design Academy Eindhoven’s Graduation Galleries exhibition this week, exploring how bacteria on human skin could be harnessed to create clothing that reacts to the environment.
(Fairs, M., 2009, October 22, par.1)
[many photos and details at the link....]Austrian masters graduate Sonja Bäumel presents a body of work at Design Academy... more
As the Economical meltdown continues us Fashionista's have been forced to make do with less money and even less credit card purchased must haves. Fashion By Fate will teach you how to get more bang for your buck with our bi-weekly show dedicated on keeping everyone Fashionable and Financially balanced. Learn the secrets of project shopping,beauty and more...As the Economical meltdown continues us Fashionista's have been forced to make do with... more
Pamela Anderson, the Baywatch babe who doesn't wear fur - or, more often than not, much else - has teamed up with half of Heatherette to design her own eco-friendly, animal-friendly clothing line. But can she use organics and recycled materials to make something wearable, or is it all just skintight trash?Pamela Anderson, the Baywatch babe who doesn't wear fur - or, more often than not,... more
The T-shirt reads "Caution: Educated African American Male." Kalief Rollins thinks it will be his next best-seller. The 17-year-old from Carson, Calif., near Los Angeles, took home a $10,000 grand prize from the National Youth Entrepreneurship Competition this week for his business selling custom T-shirts with inspirational designs. Rollins competed against 27 finalists and 24,000 initial high school entrants for the award, given by the nonprofit Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship.
(NPR, 2009, October 10, par.1-2)
Rollins says Phree Kountry Clothing's first big seller depicted President Obama. The shirts, designed by his brother Anthony, 22, "have leadership themes and positive messages," Rollins tells NPR's Scott Simon. So far, Rollins has sold about 300 T-shirts out of his garage and is offering catalogs through phreekountry@yahoo.com.
(NPR, 2009, October 10, par.3)
In the next year, he says, "we plan to get our shirts into events like fairs, swap meets and farmers markets. ... We want to get our shirts into different stores that they can be sold at as well. We want to get someone famous to endorse it." When asked which celebrity he'd pick, Rollins answers: "P. Diddy."
(NPR, 2009, October 10, par.4-5)
With the $10,000, Rollins says he plans to make some business upgrades, including stepping up from a heat press to a silk-screen machine to improve the shirts' quality. But Rollins says he and his brother also plan to celebrate: "We'll take a few, maybe $20 or $30 out of there and me and my brother will go celebrate at Roscoe's Chicken 'n' Waffles."
(NPR, 2009, October 10, par.6-7)
Phree Kountry Clothing is a family affair. In addition to his brother, Rollins' mother helps out. "I hired my mom as my CFO," Rollins says. "She worked as an accountant, so she's good in that field of work. I pay a little money to her for the electricity I use for my equipment, but other than that, you know, she just wants to see me do well, so she says I could just do it and she's just proud of me."
(NPR, 2009, October 10, par.8-9)The T-shirt reads "Caution: Educated African American Male." Kalief Rollins thinks it... more
Your clothes may have a chemical-dependency problem.
The cotton in your shirt was likely grown with a strong dose of pesticides and chemical fertilizers. Many synthetic fabrics such as nylon, acrylic and polyester are petroleum-based.
But it's getting easier for consumers to break the habit, as more clothing made from organic cotton or renewable and reused fabrics hits store shelves and the Internet.
Q: Why should I be concerned about chemicals used to make my clothes?
A: We probably won't experience any ill effects from these chemicals when we wear the clothes. It's the farmers or factory workers and their families, usually thousands of miles away, who face the greatest risk.
About half the pesticides used to grow cotton globally are classified as hazardous, according to the London-based Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF). Children commonly suffer from pesticide poisoning because of the closeness of their homes to cotton fields and the reuse of empty pesticide containers.
The environment pays a price as well. Hazardous cotton pesticides have contaminated rivers in India, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Brazil, Australia, Greece, Western Africa and the U.S., says the EJF. Petroleum used in synthetic fabrics contributes to global warming.
Q: Hasn't the cotton industry reduced its use of pesticides?
A: Since 1996, the global environmental impact of insecticides used on cotton has decreased nearly 25 percent due to the development of genetically modified, insect-resistant cotton, says the industry organization Cotton Inc. However, some researchers have concerns about long-term effects of genetically engineered crops.
Three percent of the world's agricultural land and 8 percent of all pesticides are used for cotton production, Cotton Inc. says. Some environmental groups claim the percentage of pesticides used for cotton is much higher.
Please follow link for more Q & A and for additional resources for going 'green' with your wardrobeYour clothes may have a chemical-dependency problem.
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“The burka is a prison, it’s a straitjacket”
French Urban Affairs minister, Fadela Amara
The burqa, always a sensitive religious symbol, is making headlines once again as governments around the world begin taking carefully constructed steps towards a full or partial ban on the controversial clothing.
As with everything, there are two sides to every story, while the burqa is seen by some as a sign of subservience, a piece of religious repression that is not mandatory in the Koran, instead serving to deface women from the role of human being to shrouded servant. Others argue that religious freedom, whatever that entails is one pivotal law that must remain in place for concern of offending not just Muslims, but people of all religions who consider religious expression through certain clothing a vital part of their religious freedom.
How can a woman be truly free if there is a barrier placed before her that prevents her from interacting with fellow humans, how can you truly relate to a person if you cant see her smile or frown? Our faces are possibly the most important parts of our bodies, excluding the mind, the face allows us to see who we are talking to, the starting point for our connections as humanity, not forgetting the health risks that a person’s skin needs to be exposed to sunlight.
Quotes by Muslim women who are pro burqa simultaneously have the same correlation, that by wearing the burqa they will not get harassed by men in the street, instead of creating a law that mandates women should be fully covered, is it not more logical to create some sort of law that enforces restraint on behalf of the males?
One thing Britain prides itself on is the acceptance of other cultures and religions, which has allowed this country to become a very ethnically diverse and equal place, British people, past and present have fought for too long to guarantee rights such as equal pay in the workplace and votes for women, and it would be an insult to the memories of these people, most notably the suffragettes if we allowed other persons to enter our country and abuse our rights under the guise of religious expression, when in reality, the burqa holds no place in the Koran and therefore in Islamic law.“The burka is a prison, it’s a straitjacket”
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It may look like a Formula 1 car, but it is actually made of £40,000 of designer clothing.
With a top speed of zero miles per hour the car was made by a team of 8 at the Puma store in Carnaby Street.
The car is made from a 1,999 items - including 1,682 t-shirts, 88 pairs of jeans, 64 pairs of shoes and 31 belts.It may look like a Formula 1 car, but it is actually made of £40,000 of designer... more
I'll admit my feet get cold at night when I'm on the internet. However, this guy is OBSESSED getting his chilly feet warm inside his casino socks. He has funky novelty socks from Hard Rock Hotel and Mirage in Las Vegas, Nevada. He also refuses to throw old ones in the trash and tries to preserve them.I'll admit my feet get cold at night when I'm on the internet. However, this guy is... more
Floral prints may be popular in the fashion world, but eco-artist Nicole Dextras is taking the idea a bit further. Her eccentric clothing collection, called Weedrobes, is made entirely of real plants.Floral prints may be popular in the fashion world, but eco-artist Nicole Dextras is... more
It is that time of year again. Greg Bloom's In Bloom VI is the biggest Fashion event of the year and Ty and the Gang are in charge of the hair and make up. Limousine after limousine drop off models at Blanc's doorstep ready to be made fabulous. Despite the chaos everything goes off with out a hitch and all models are delivered to Beta Nightclub for an Epic Night. Fire spinning, Dragon Dancing, and oh did we mention the hottest models in Denver all done up Blanc Style.http://clvr.tv/blancthesalon
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Hey, Hey, Hey! It’s “Fashion Friday’s!” from www.oneof365.com” This magazine editor has a fun and eclectic wardrobe that she wants to share with you. You get to look at what she’s chosen from her closet this week (fun finds from London, vintage, markets from the globe, designers…) and hear a little history about the brands, how she came about finding the item and a fun tale or two about how she’s gotten her neat duds.
This week is all about being comfy chic. A silk racerback tank Nicole Ritchie owns, leggings, Topshop flats…you get the drift. Oh, and all for under $150!Hey, Hey, Hey! It’s “Fashion Friday’s!” from www.oneof365.com” This... more
"And among His signs is that He created for you mates from among yourselves, that you may live in tranquility with them; and He has brought between you love and mercy. Truly, in this are signs for those who reflect." (Qur'an 30:21)
Marriage is based on mutual love and respect. The Islamic marriage is a sacred contract between a willing woman and willing man. There can be no coercion, and each party is free to include its own terms. The bride keeps her family name and her marriage gift from the groom. A Muslim marriage is completed with public festivities reflecting culture and customs.
Husbands and wives are protectors of each other. They are equal partners and best friends, remaining faithful to one another.
The husband provides, maintains, protects and is responsible for the family. He fulfills his duties with consultation and kindness. While the wife is not required to share her wealth and earnings, she may help her husband. Both spouses work together in the home - cooking and cleaning - and in raising good children.
If couples are unable to live with one another peacefully, amicable divorce is permitted as a last resort. Mothers are given priority in the custody of children.
Prophet Muhammad (may peace and blessings of God be upon him) said: "Treat women well and be kind to them; they are your partners and committed helpers."
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Hello to you in a group (women in Islam)
Islam means "Peace" - achieved when a person focuses on God, giving her entire mind, heart and soul to none other than the Creator. This liberates her from human subjection; replacing fear with self-respect; weakness with strength, and conflict with tranquility. God says in the Qur'an: "�do not fear human beings, but be in awe of Me." (Qur'an 5:44)
Islam strongly prohibits oppression or cruelty to any individual, group or living thing in the universe. God enjoins good conduct toward women from birth to death. Verbal, psychological, emotional, sexual, and physical violence are forbidden, as are false allegations against women's chastity and honor. Men are further reminded: "Do not annoy women as to make their lives miserable." (Qur'an 65:6).
Prophet Muhammad said: "Only an honorable man treat women with honor and integrity. And only a mean, deceitful and dishonest man humiliates and insults women." Referring to physical abuse, he added: "Never hit your wives, they are your partners and sincere helpers." He exemplified this by never, ever, hitting a women or child. The Prophet guaranteed protection of the life, honor, and property of women.
"And why should you not fight in the cause of God and on behalf of those, who being weak, are ill-treated and oppressed, men, women and children whose cry is, 'Our Lord! Rescue us from these oppressors, and raise for us, from You, one who will protect and help.'" (Qur'an 4:75)
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We spotted this almost x-rated mannequin in Soho NYC today- Who knew they made hooker mannequins. Pretty funny but offensive tooWe spotted this almost x-rated mannequin in Soho NYC today- Who knew they made hooker... more
Listen, Tell Conor Kinghton to tuck in his shirt. He's over 27.. Maybe anyways.. I have no idea. After the age of 21, you should care and have the courage to dress like what your outfit implies. Stop dressing the dude in outfits that say, "Hey, I'm cool and on somewhat of informative show that should say I should wear a tie, yet on a network that says, 'NO! Keep that shit cool bro!. Most of our audience wil think you're a tool if you tuck that shirt in." It's bullshit, but you guys already knew that. I bet Conor already mentioned this to you. Just let him dress how he wants. What happens when you see him out and his tie is fashioned properly and shirt is tucked? Is he under contract to do his best to "keep that shit cool"?
Wearing a tie, sport coat and a dress shirt untucked is never ok. It wasn't even ok at my 7th grade school dances. Fix it
-theaveragelebowskiListen, Tell Conor Kinghton to tuck in his shirt. He's over 27.. Maybe anyways.. I... more
This article takes a look at suggestive shirts available for toddlers, kids and teens. Amazing!This article takes a look at suggestive shirts available for toddlers, kids and teens.... more
