fashion
Soy Clothing [posted on August 31, 2006]
Promoting the true urban and street lifestyle that is uniquely developing in the Northwest and across the country, Soy Clothing not only sells streetwear but is quite involved in their community. Soy Clothing live and promote the street lifestyle, sponsoring talents from djs to rock bands and even a skate team in 2006. Encouraging solidarity across generations and among a variety of peoples, Soy asserts that "your culture is our culture" so live out loud. [Soy Clothing]
Jonano [posted on August 25, 2006]
By recognizing the need to balance quality and eco-conscious living, Jonano designs and manufactures stylish organic clothing using certified organic or eco-friendly fabrics and sources according to Fair Trade standards. Their mission is to maintain the essential nature of life by providing exceptional apparel that promotes healthy lifestyles while preserving the environment for future generations. [Jonano]
Moonrise Jewelry [posted on August 25, 2006]
With their sights set on creating high-quality jewelry designs while building a valuable social enterprise, Moonrise Jewelry covers all the bases of sustainability. From their fair trade and fair wage standards to their incorporation of natural, recycled, and renewable materials to their promotion of local women's economic empowerment, Moonrise Jewelry is a great example of style with substance. [Moonrise Jewelry]
Tara Lynn Studio [posted on August 24, 2006]
Made from natural and vintage materials, this collection of one-of-a-kind tailored jackets and coats certainly has a sustainable story to tell. With 5% of profits being donated to organizations and a studio that is run by solar electricity, Tara Lynn Studio aims to promote sustainability by increasing awareness of endangered species and biodiversity through art. Tara Lynn Studio is currently developing a collection of hemp wedding gowns for Spring 2007. [Tara Lynn Studio]
Sameunderneath [posted on August 4, 2006]
Bringing the world "street organic" with its collection of hip, edgy t-shirts, jackets, tanks and more for men and women made from a blend of bamboo and cotton, Sameunderneath emphasizes environmental sustainability and social consciousness while embracing a cool groove and subtle but well-informed sense of style. [Sameunderneath]
Vintage Chick [posted on August 4, 2006]
Vintage Chick features unique vintage, retro and used men's and women's clothing. The store has a large collection of clothing and accessories that are sure to give your wardrobe that piece of flare it has been missing. Vintage Chick is constantly updating their inventory so every visit will be as unique as your style. [Vintage Chick]
Reputation [posted on August 4, 2006]
Reptation was born out of the need to shop at a fun place that had ever changing, affordable clothes that didn't break student budget. The store has become a popular place among the neighborhood and college fashionistas virtually overnight. Their inventory changes every month and the range of fashion is from East Coast to West Coast, bringing to Seattle the styles found in places such as Melrose in LA or SoHo in NYC. [Reputation]
R.E.Load Baggage [posted on August 4, 2006]
The dedication put into creating the best products possible will be evident every time you sling a R.E.Load™ bag over your shoulder. Roland and Ellie (the R and E in R.E.Load) say: "You'll notice that we don't include any excuses about why our products are made in foreign lands - that's because we make each and every custom bag ourselves, completely from scratch. From start to finish." [R.E.Load Baggage]
Red Light [posted on August 4, 2006]
Seattle's largest vintage clothing store, Red Light carries Victorian through early 80's clothing and accessories. Besides vintage clothing, they also carry the hottest current styles of new clothing for men and women, and costumes for any occassion, which you can buy cheaper than renting! Whether you are a collector, going to a party, updating your wardrobe or looking for that special treasure, you can find it here. [Red Light]
House of Stylz [posted on August 4, 2006]
House of Stylz features all of the hottest urban fashions for men, women, and children. House of Stylez is rooted in a vision of community development and economic empowerment. The owners point the proliferation of hip hop culture in Seattle and beyond, but the note lack of African American's in any type of ownership positions. The resulting strategy is to combine networking events along with fashion shows and invite other business owners and those interested to meet each other and build. [House of Stylz]
Le Frock [posted on August 4, 2006]
Loosely translated, Le Frock means "the dress" or "the clothes" in French. Le Frock is ten years young, loving life in ze vibrant, historic and always eclectic Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle, Washington and they buy and consign outstanding new and gently used men’s and women’s clothing and accessories. Le Frock only sells high quality merchandise making them known for offering a wide range of great finds with incredible style. [Le Frock]
Certified Jean Co. [posted on August 4, 2006]
Certified jeans are made from 100% organic / transitional cotton grown without chemicals in the USA. Numerous studies document that toxic chemicals used in conventional cotton production cause ecological damage and are responsible for the decline and mortality of birds and other wildlife in treated areas. Wearing CERTIFIED jeans protects you from social criticisms because they're the "conscientious jean" made from beneficial fabrics and made in the USA under US labor laws. [Certified Jean Co.]
Organic Works Marketing [posted on July 19, 2006]
Since launching in 2001, Organic Works has been making big waves for clients large and small by infusing undeniable cool into the organic and eco-lifestyle. Using their unique blend of savvy and marketing public relations expertise, they have built buzz, and business, for high profile clients in all shades of green. From companies founded on a sustainable vision, to the more traditional brands that are moving in a down-to- earth direction- Organic Works has moved the masses for one and all. [Organic Works Marketing]
Gen Art [posted on July 19, 2006]
Gen Art is the leading arts and entertainment organization dedicated to showcasing emerging fashion designers, filmmakers, musicians and visual artists. Gen Art strives to provide access to the film, fashion, art and music worlds for those that are interested in these areas, but often are intimidated and made to feel unwelcomed by the exclusive nature of these art / entertainment realms. They enjoy life to the fullest. [Gen Art]
Covet [posted on July 19, 2006]
Designed for the contemporary global customer who is looking for something comfortable, distinctive, fashionable and socially aware, Covet's collections include the prevalent use of organic cotton, bamboo and soy fabrics. Inspired by Japanese culture, natural opposites such as "strong" and "delicate" play off one another to create unique, edgy-but-fun fashion for men and women. [Covet]
