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Oscar-worthy, Biodegradable Dress
– Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
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Eco-Friendly Fashion is Not to Be Ignored, Part II
– Saturday, March 6th, 2010
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High-end fashion will no longer be associated with slave labor and animal furs. The Green Movement has swept the fashion industry, proving eco-friendly fashion does not necessarily mean dreadlocks and hemp frocks. Exhibit B: Linda Loudermilk’s groundbreaking line of clothing and accessories for the green male or female. [Continued from Part I]
Named one of the top 20 innovators to watch by W Magazine, Linda Loudermilk is continuing to change the way we think about environmentally-friendly fashion. Her personal goal is to “ignite expressiveness, encourage clarity in the choices of daily life, and through awareness bring about gratitude of this planet, our home, within which we reside and from which we are fed.” The history of Linda Loudermilk fashion is a simple one: live a life of luxury that does not damage Earth, but replenish it. She trademarked the term “luxury eco™” and was the first designer to create a luxury+eco lifestyle brand. All products are made from the sustainable fabrics “that she researched and developed, targeted towards the most demanding luxury consumer. She began using organic textiles that are woven from natural sources like bamboo, SeaCell® (seaweed) and Ingeo™ (corn).” Below is the Spring 2010 women’s preview:
In addition to promoting green-fashion, Linda Loudermilk has a mission to promote water as a human right. She says, “More than ONE BILLION people worldwide do not have access to clean, safe drinking water. 3.6 million people die each year from water-related disease. THIS IS PREVENTABLE.” The the purchase of any mission products, 17% of proceeds are donated to clean water initiatives worldwide. Mission Necklaces, $149 [$25 donated]:
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PlanetSolar is Taking Green to the Sea
– Saturday, March 6th, 2010
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In an attempt to make air, land, and sea green, PlanetSolar is taking environmentally friendly travel to a whole new level. The solar-powered boat will attempt to sail around the globe and expand on energy efficiency to benefit all of civilization. Below is the inspiration and thought behind the project, as well as some details on the world’s first solar-powered boat.
PlanetSolar is a boat covered in multiple photovoltaic solar panels. It will “of impressive proportions, and yet… both silent and clean.” The size and shape are still being determined, but are based on a multitude of factors: “propulsion, solar panel design, energy storage, materials, and the external environment.” Make sure to follow this production, as it is sure to change the green world as we know it!
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Kinetic Energy: Harnessing Foot Traffic & More!
– Saturday, March 6th, 2010
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Have you ever thought about the potential of kinetic energy? Any corner on a busy street could have 50,000 steps a day, imagine if you could use that foot traffic for energy! One such company has taken advantage of our foot traffic, Pavegen Systems Ltd. They install “slabs” on the sidewalk that absorb the kinetic energy created by every footstep and five “slabs” on a busy sidewalk can generate enough energy to illuminate a bus stop throughout the night. But there are so many other applications for kinetic energy! There are dual purpose bikes that can be used for transportation and energy production, rocking chairs that harness energy, even gyms that are powered by exercise equipment, and countless other products that are on the market or soon to be. Here is a sampling of cool products we’ve found that use kinetic energy:
Corky Mouse Generates Kinetic Energy With Every Click
Power Your Music Player With Your Running Pants
Energy Generating Soccer Ball Brings Clean Power to Off-Grid Areas
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The Results Are In!
– Saturday, February 27th, 2010
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VerdeLifestyles.com has been live for almost six months now and we are always trying to improve the site with your feedback. We are considering branching into new areas but wanted to reach out to you, our customers, first. So we created a Survey to hear your opinions and now we have all this great information to help us make better decisions on site’s direction in the coming months! So what were the survey results?
If you didn’t have a chance to take the survey, click here. We are always looking for your feedback on how to improve the site!
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Eco-Friendly Makeup to Leave You and the Enviornment Looking Its Best
– Thursday, February 25th, 2010
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Mineral makeup is a big trend, but is it as environmentally friendly as you think? No. So here are 3 outstanding makeup brands [tested and approved by sheknows.com!] that are made with all natural elements and without all those harmful ingredients!
1. Josie Maran: “The natural beauty teamed with the Environmental Working Group’s site Skin Deep for the creation of the cosmetics’ formulas and with The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics to bypass harmful ingredients. Josie is as committed to quality and luxury as she is to the environment—which is a win-win for the environmentally savvy girl on the go.”
2. Nvey Eco: “The entire Nvey Eco brand is certified by the Organic Food Chain. In addition to its environmentally friendly practices, Nvey Eco is praised for making long-lasting and durable cosmetics.”
3. Alima Pure: “Alima Pure takes being natural very seriously, which is why they are certified against the more rigorous European standards of the Federation of German Industries and Trading Firms for natural cosmetics. As only the second American cosmetics company to get that coveted stamp of approval, you can count on them for quality natural ingredients.”
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Planning My Garden & Dreaming of Springtime
– Wednesday, February 24th, 2010
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It’s 35 degrees outside and snowing and all I can think about is planning my garden! Granted I’m moving into an apartment next month, but at least the balcony is fairly large. Since my Aunt introduced me to the world of succulents two years ago, I’ve been completely obsessed with them! Mainly because they are nearly indestructible and come in the most bizarre shapes, sizes, and colors. Technically, a succulent is any plant with thick, fleshy water storing “organs”. Succulents store water in their leaves, stems or roots and can survive in arid conditions, as well as indoors. Because succulents require such little water, they are considered more eco-friendly;) Springtime is right around the corner (March 21 to be precise!). What are you planning for your garden? Succulent Wreath
Succulent Planter
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Verde’s New Product Line: Wood Furniture
– Friday, February 19th, 2010
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Sustainable Wood Stools & End TablesBring nature into your home with our unique handmade Wood Stools and End Tables! All of our stools are hand-carved from sustainably harvested trees. One of our favorite styles is the Twist Collection with long wrapped wooden arches and intertwining legs. Other designs include our Stacked Rings, Inverted V, Squeezed Rectangle and Blocky stools with simple designs for a touch of the outdoors in your living or dining area. Non-toxic stains available include walnut, white wash and a honey tone made from tung oil. NOTE: Not all stools come in these three shades. I hope you like them as much as we do! We’ll also be rolling out wall panels, mirrors, bathroom and spa products, as well as more great home accents. So be on the look out!
Honey Tone Mango Merlot End Table
Small Sustainable Wood Twist Stool
Honey Tone Blocky Sustainable Wood Stool
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Hello World!
– Monday, February 15th, 2010
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Its the little things in life that make me smile. Which is why I wanted to highlight the more corky and creativity designers I’ve come across. While my favorites may not be practical, at least they’re fun! So here is my list of fun “green” products from the past couple of months:
First off is Paula Hayes’ living necklace. I would love to take nature with me where ever I go! I could just have plants at work and home but it’s just not the same as having them around your neck. Then there is the dirt powered clock by Marieke Staps. You just need two plants to stick the copper and zinc in and volia, electricity. But you have to remember to water the plants or else your clock will lose power. One of my all time favorites is this moss mat. I would love to have soft green moss under my feet everytime I came out of the shower! Yet this one does not last too long since the moss does need sunlight. It’s a great conversational piece though.
I know this post is a little short on content, but I’m still tipping my toes in the water! I started this blog as a precursor to our website launch. I wanted to write about my passions, in particular eco-friendly lifestyle trends. So you might see articles about conservation, the latest green technology, green building techniques, or completely off the wall topics like my favorite books or movies. Really, anything goes! My partner, Ryan Forrest, will also be helping me with the blog. So feel free to leave comments and let us know what you think! -Danielle- You should follow us on Twitter here!
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Michigan Public Transportation or Lack There Of
– Monday, February 15th, 2010
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I’ve been spending so much time in my car lately that I started thinking about public transportation options. But then I realized I live in metro Detroit aka “The Motor City” and that there really aren’t many options here for public transportation. I know there has been some talk of more public transportation in the state, especially with all the commotion over the past year within the automobile industry. What really peaked my interest was an article in Inhabitat about a solar and hydrogen powered interstate rail in Michigan. The article was from 2008 and said that construction was set to begin that year and the rail system would connect Ann Arbor and Detroit. I haven’t heard or seen anything since, but that would be great if it became a reality!
The project was designed as a solar powered, hydrogen-fueled, zero emission mass transit system that would carry anything from people to cars. The highway would be made up of systems called the rail conduit cluster and would provide an integrated system for public/private transit and a municipal infrastructure network. Essentially, it would serve as a public transport system AND distribute electricity, potable water, liquid waste, fiber optics, hydrogen, oxygen, and fuels. I won’t go into more detail than that because frankly I’m satisfied just knowing it works lol! (See resource blow for original article.) To give you a little background on public transportation in Michigan, a professor of urban planning at the University of Michigan said that “if Michigan got a grade on its current public transportation system, it wouldn’t be pretty. Michigan’s public transit system would probably be given an F”. The reason being the predominant role of the big three in Michigan, there has been a hesitancy to put a transit system in place. It would be perceived as competition with the state’s largest industry which is why it has been ignored for so long. But hopefully that will change soon. With that being said, where do other states rank as far as public transportation? Top 10 States For Public Transportation
Resources Follow us on Twitter here… -Danielle-
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