Gifts for the Fashionista

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If you’re starting to shop for the fashionista on your list, don’t think you can’t indulge her with the coolest fashions while staying environmentally responsible. Here are eight eco-friendly clothes and accessories to please even the pickiest fashion maven. Read on for more.

Recycled Paper Stretch Bracelet


Each bead in this fun, stretchy bangle is made from recycled magazine paper, meticulously hand-rolled by one of the Kenyan artists employed by Acacia Creations. The colorful bracelet not only makes an affordable holiday gift, but also provides a living wage to the fair trade company’s employees.

Price: $7

HOW TO WIN IT: Tell us in the comment section who will be receiving this gift and why they’re the perfect recipient. Please specify you’re entering to win this product. Winners will be chosen on Dec. 12.

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Rebagz Recycled Wristlet

Rebagz Recycled Paper Clutch

What fashionista doesn’t need the perfect handbag for a night on the town? This wristlet from Rebagz is woven from coated recycled paper and easily turns into a clutch when you tuck the recycled plastic strap inside the bag.

Price: $45

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Haute Goat Reclaimed Cashmere Scarf


Keep your favorite fashion maven warm this winter with Haute Goat’s luxurious upcycled scarf, made from cast-off cashmere sweaters.

Price: $50

HOW TO WIN IT: Tell us in the comment section who will be receiving this gift and why they’re the perfect recipient. Please specify you’re entering to win this product. Winners will be chosen on Dec. 12.

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Bottled Up Designs Upcycled Necklace


Bottled Up Designs gives a new life to broken pieces of classic Blue Willow china with this one-of-a-kind necklace that is sure to delight the jewelry lover on your shopping list.

Price: $53

HOW TO WIN IT: Tell us in the comment section who will be receiving this gift and why they’re the perfect recipient. Please specify you’re entering to win this product. Winners will be chosen on Dec. 12.

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Recycled Stainless Steel Earrings


Dazzle your favorite fashion-conscious friend with these gorgeous recycled stainless steel earrings from Kyler Designs.

The San Francisco-based jewelry designer aims to incorporate sustainability in all aspects of her business — from sourcing eco-friendly materials and supporting fair trade working conditions to using recycled-content packaging for shipments.

If you like Kyler’s minimalist, eco-friendly designs, you’re not alone; celebrities like Anne Hathaway, Cameron Diaz and Jessica Alba are also fans.

Price: $68

HOW TO WIN IT: Tell us in the comment section who will be receiving this gift and why they’re the perfect recipient. Please specify you’re entering to win this product. Winners will be chosen on Dec. 12.

BUY IT HERE

AnnyMay Bamboo Shawl

AnnyMay Bamboo Scarf

A shawl makes a great gift when you’re unsure about clothing sizes, and this stylish wrap from AnnyMay is the perfect eco-minded choice. Knitted from bamboo, a rapidly renewable resource, the shawl is available in marine blue, natural, gray, brown and black.

Price: $88

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CLIFF Cork Belt

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CLIFF Cork Belt

If you’re shopping for a vegan fashionista, put CLIFF’s cork belts on the top of your list.

Because it’s lightweight, durable and supple, cork makes a great alternative to leather or the petroleum-based plastic materials often used in vegan belts. Cork is also a renewable resource, the company says: It comes from the outer bark of the cork tree, so it can be harvested without harming or killing the tree.

This reversible CLIFF belt gives you two belts in one – forest green on one side and tiger brown on the other – and is available in 14 other color combinations.

Price: $100

BUY IT HERE

MODO Recycled Sunglasses

MODO Recycled Sunglasses

Does your style-conscious loved one need a new pair of shades? Then check out MODO Eyewear’s new eco-luxury sunglasses, made of 95 percent recycled plastic. Available in tortoise shell, purple and, of course, green, each pair comes in a case made from discarded soda bottles.

Price: $175

BUY IT HERE

NOTE: Our giveaway is officially closed! Thanks to everyone who entered! See the official Contest Rules

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Alexis Petru

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  1. Queencamrothschild Rothschild

    posted on November 29th, 2011 at 9:32 pm

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  2. Selena Grimes Neill

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 2:28 pm

    I would love to win the necklace.I would give it to my daughter.She is 15 years old.A year ago she lost her dad and grandmother in the same month.Her grandmother recycled everything that was recycleable.She recycled newspapers, milk jugs, aluminum cans, and etc.My daughter has been very sad with the holidays approaching.She would love this gift because she truly loved her grandmother.

  3. Earth911

    posted on December 12th, 2011 at 9:58 pm

    Congratulations, Selena! We have selected you to win the Bottled Up Upcycled Necklace. Please email us at socialmedia@earth911.com with your full name, age and shipping address so we can confirm your eligibility and get your prize in the mail. Thanks!

  4. Earth911

    posted on December 14th, 2011 at 9:50 pm

    Hi Selena! Did you see our reply above? If we don't hear from you soon we'll have to pick another winner!

  5. Selena Grimes Neill

    posted on December 14th, 2011 at 10:40 pm

    Thank you!!!This really will brighten our Holiday.

  6. Clifton Kurt Kaiser

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 2:31 pm

    The Bottled Up Designs Upcycled Necklace would be a great gift for my daughter who like unique jewelry!

  7. Kelly Collingsworth

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 5:13 pm

    I would love to win the Haute Goat scarf for my good friend and recent college grad, Ashley. She is an amazing person who volunteers 10+ hours a week with a local affiliate of the Keep America Beautiful Foundation. Her heart and passion lie in bringing sustainable practices to her community. Help me give her a super pimp gift that I otherwise can't afford. Thank you!

  8. Amy Shannon

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 5:16 pm

    The Haute Goat Reclaimed Cashmere Scarf would be the perfect gift for any Seinfeld fan, since I'm sure many of the original sweaters had small red dots on them ;) I know my sister would get the joke and love the scarf for that reason. I'd also love to win the Recycled Paper Stretch Bracelet for my 9 year old niece as it would teach her the value of recycling as well as help her learn about the value of helping others.

  9. BreeAnna Batrouny-George

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 5:22 pm

    I would love to win the Haute Goat Reclaimed Scarf for my cousin who LOVES anything recycled and LOVES scarfs!

  10. Jacque Knight

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 5:40 pm

    I would like to win the bracelet for my daughter - I'm a huge recycling fan, and this would remind her of me - a gift that keeps giving!

  11. Jennifer Hutten Salem

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 5:42 pm

    I would love to win the bracelet for my niece. I have bought some of these in the past, and I did not buy one for her and she loved them. She is 9 years old and wants to design clothes and jewelry when she is older. She loved the fact that the bracelets are made from recycled magazines. We actually tried to make the beads ourself but just could not do it.

  12. Mj Johnson

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 6:44 pm

    I would love to win the Blue Willow china necklace. About 50 years ago when I was a young girl my favorite book was called 'Blue Willow'. I don't recall the author, but it was about a young girl in an extremely poor family whose father and stepmother moved often. She had but one prized possession... a Blue Willow plate. That book inspired my love of Blue Willow and my small collection of Blue Willow accessories. I would love to be able to give this necklace to my granddaughter who is the same age now as I was when I first read "Blue Willow'.

  13. Barbara Trahan

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 6:58 pm

    I am entering to with the Haute Goat Reclaimed Cashmere Scarf for one of my daughters who loves to wear scarves, she would adore it.

  14. Barbara Trahan

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 6:59 pm

    I am entering to win Bottled Up Designs Upcycled Necklace for one of my next door neighbors who loves jewelry, I know she would appreciate it.

  15. Barbara Trahan

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    I am entering to win Recycled Stainless Steel Earrings for my daughter-in-law who loves jewelry and would appreciate it.

  16. Allen Kuo

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    Entering for Haute Goat Reclaimed Cashmere Scarf for my sister who gets cold easily and I feel like she doesn't have an adequate amount of warm clothes in her wardrobe.

  17. Amanda Dunville

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 7:44 pm

    Entering for the Haute Goat Reclaimed Cashmere Scarf. Would give this to my Mom.... she loves scarves but has a hard time finding ones that won't cause her neck to break out (sensitive skin). This could very well be the kind of scarf she needs.

  18. Earth911

    posted on December 12th, 2011 at 10:01 pm

    Congratulations, Amanda! We have selected you to win the Reclaimed Cashmere Scarf. Please email us at socialmedia@earth911.com with your full name, age and shipping address so we can confirm your eligibility and get your prize in the mail. Thanks!

  19. Marcia Huey

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 8:22 pm

    My daughter, who has been an excellent licensed daycare provider for 20 years has been wrongfully accused of slapping a child. This woman has never been accused of anything her entire career - except giving the children the best care possible. She was even nominated as 'Daycare Provider of the Year' by the county in which she lives. She always received 100 percent scores on her surprise visits by the state licensing board. I would love to give her the lovely earrings to boost her spirits. She has already lost her license and now has to face a trial for a crime she didn't commit. And besides those humiliations, she has to pay unbelievable attorney fees to defend herself. This unjust situation has broken the hearts of her family, friends and the children she has cared for, some of whom are now adults. Thank you for your consideration.

  20. Richard Lee

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 10:11 pm

    Enterting to win the cashmere scraf, make great gift for a lady friend. Would go well with her new dress.

  21. Katie Spencer

    posted on November 30th, 2011 at 10:17 pm

    I'm entering to win the CLIFF cork belt for my sister. She is the one person in my life who continues to teach me and inspire me to refuse, reuse, and recycle. She shops local whenever she can and is very conscious of carbon foot print. With all that in mind, she still enjoys being a woman and dressing so. This belt reminds me of the earth tones that she loves to incorporate into her style. Giving her a gift that is eco conscious would be the part she would appreciate the most. Loved all the ideas! Good luck to everyone and happy holidays!

  22. Frank Fbi Iovine

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 2:41 am

    I'd love to win the Bottle Up Designs necklace for my mom. She loves their jewelry and is always checking out their site. I think the design, but also the eco-consciousness of the company inspires her.

  23. Emily Van Valkenburg Wachalec

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 3:13 pm

    I am entering to win the Haute Goat Reclaimed Cashmere Scarf. My mom loves scarves and she really needs something to enjoy this year! She was diagnosed with epilepsy last month and I would love to give her something really luxurious.

  24. Emily Van Valkenburg Wachalec

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 3:14 pm

    I would love to win the Recycled Stainless Steel Earrings. My mother in law would love to have these for Christmas!

  25. Denise LeBegue

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 5:23 pm

    My daugther would absolutely love the recycled stainless steel earrings. Just her style!

  26. Denise LeBegue

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 5:24 pm

    REd is my sister in law's color and she would look fabulous in the reclaimed cashmere scarf.

  27. Denise LeBegue

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 5:25 pm

    My other sister in law is fair and looks great in blue. I'd give her the blue willow china necklace.

  28. Denise LeBegue

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 5:27 pm

    I think my 12 year old niece would really think the paper bracelet is cool. She's kind of into fashion, but on a 12 year old's level. The novelty of paper bracelet would not be lost on her.

  29. Alyssa Parker's Avon Page

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 7:10 pm

    The Haute Goat Reclaimed Cashmere Scarf reminds me of my sister! She loves the color red, and is always wearing scarves to keep warm in the Northwest winters!

  30. Alyssa Parker's Avon Page

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 7:11 pm

    The Recycled Stainless Steel Earrings are something my best friend would love! These earrings are so fun and original, they would be a perfect gift!

  31. Danielle Lee

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 8:09 pm

    I would gift the scarf to a close friend from high school. She is always running on the cold side, and this looks like it would keep her warm.

  32. Danielle Lee

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 8:10 pm

    The earrings I'd give to my sister - the would look great on her!

  33. Hannah Cooties

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 9:27 pm

    I hope to win either the Recycled Paper Stretch Bracelet or the Recycled Stainless Steel Earrings for my wonderful mom. :) She is so beautiful and has the biggest heart...she raised me with a deep love of all things natural and beautiful in the world. She created that passion in me to live sustainably and inspire others to do so. She would absolutely love either of these items. She deserves something special, and she would want it to be Eco-friendly. I want to thank her for how she inspired me to love nature, and for how she raised me to grow up, go to college and make a difference in the environment, like I am doing now. :)

  34. Laura Manchester

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 9:38 pm

    I'd love to win the Bottled Up Designs Upcycled Necklace! It is so stylish, and I love the fact that it is "upcycled"! I would give it to my mom, who loves jewelry. She is a hairdresser and would love to show it off to her clients, and could even promote recycling in her salon!

  35. Alyssa Parker's Avon Page

    posted on December 1st, 2011 at 10:52 pm

    AnnyMay Bamboo Shaw would also be great for my sister. She loves eco-friendly products and this fashionable and functional shawl would make a great addition to her wardrobe!

  36. Julie Lay Rupert

    posted on December 2nd, 2011 at 4:24 pm

    The recycled paper bracket I think would be to myself. I love jewelry and never get anything for myself.

  37. Julie Lay Rupert

    posted on December 2nd, 2011 at 4:27 pm

    The earrings for my friend and neighbor. She has done so much for me this would only be a start.

  38. Sarah Bitler

    posted on December 2nd, 2011 at 8:05 pm

    I would live to give my mother the AnnyMay Bamboo Shawl for Christmas. This would be a wonderful way to introduce her to the possibilities of eco-friendly fashion. It would be a great example of how she can outfit herself in beautiful pieces that are her style with a lower environmental impact without compromising her great taste. It would also be a great sustainability lesson wrapped in that lovely shawl.

  39. Michelle Walker Gach

    posted on December 2nd, 2011 at 8:52 pm

    Acacia Creations offers so much more than paper beads! They have an amazing line of recycled eco-chic product. and really great scarves.

  40. Leslie Bittner Wilson

    posted on December 3rd, 2011 at 2:11 am

    I would love to win the earrings for my best friend. She has seen me through so many good and bad times, and this year has been a rough one for her. I just want her to know how much she is appreciated and loved.

  41. Earth911

    posted on December 12th, 2011 at 10:03 pm

    Congratulations, Leslie! We have selected you to win the Stainless Steel Earrings. Please email us at socialmedia@earth911.com with your full name, age and shipping address so we can confirm your eligibility and get your prize in the mail. Thanks!

  42. Angelina Choi

    posted on December 4th, 2011 at 8:57 pm

    The Haute Goat Reclaimed Cashmere Scarf would be the perfect gift for my mother. As it is getting colder and colder, the scarf would not only warm her neck, but it would warm her spirits as well - it would constantly remind her of me, as I don't see her a lot. She also gets sick very easily from the cold in the winter, and this scarf is sure to keep her completely warm!

  43. Angelina Choi

    posted on December 4th, 2011 at 9:02 pm

    The Recycled Stainless Steel Earrings would surely put a smile on one of my best friend's face. She is an avid trendsetter and fashionista and LOVES jewelry, and the earrings would be the perfect gift for her. She has always been there for me and means so much to me. I really wish I could give her something great for Christmas, but I cannot afford very good things; the earrings are really "something great for Christmas" and would show I care about my best friend! Also, what better way to promote recycling than wearing those earrings?

  44. Karen Marvel

    posted on December 5th, 2011 at 11:04 pm

    I am entering to win the upcycled goat cashmere scarf for a friend of mine at church. She is a fiber artist who knits, weaves and dyes but she also founded our Shawl Ministry where we knit and crochet shawls, pray over them and give them to people who are ill, have lost a loved one, or just need a reminder of God's love. She does so much for others and I would like to share this beautiful scarf with her.

  45. Patti Onken Evans

    posted on December 6th, 2011 at 3:31 am

    I am entering to win the recycled stainless steel earrings for my niece. She is a single mom, working full-time plus all the OT she can get along with going to school full-time and raising a 2 year old. She will be graduating from school at the end of this quarter and these would look FABULOUS during her job interviews.

  46. Sue Roux

    posted on December 6th, 2011 at 2:10 pm

    I would give the Recycled Paper stretch bracelet to my Niece, Shelby. Shhe would appreciate the beauty of the bracelet and the humanitarian symbol it represents.

  47. Sue Roux

    posted on December 6th, 2011 at 2:15 pm

    If I win the Recycled Stainless Steal Earrings, I would give them to my sister in law Sine. She would appreciate the beauty & craftsmanship involved in their creation :-)

  48. Sue Roux

    posted on December 6th, 2011 at 2:20 pm

    Bottled Up Designs upcyled necklace to my sister who designs seaglass jewelry. She would appreciate the creative reuse of the china.

  49. Sue Roux

    posted on December 6th, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    The Haute Goat reclaimed Cashmere Scarf would be the perfect gift for my mother to keep her warm when she walks her dog.

  50. Laurie Freeman

    posted on December 8th, 2011 at 5:43 pm

    I would love to receive the Recycled Stainless Steel Earrings. My sister who makes jewelry would love them! I'm sure they weigh just about nothing and that's a plus when you're tiny like my sis. The fact that they are reclaimed materials is another plus and might give her the inspiration to create her own (to gift to me) and save a few more materials in the process.

  51. Live Lifes Lessons

    posted on December 9th, 2011 at 3:30 am

    Entry for the Haute Goat Reclaimed Cashmere Scarf - A couple years ago, I was introduced to the wonderful world of scarves. Now I am obsessed! I would love to win this beautiful scarf simply because I love scarves.

  52. Live Lifes Lessons

    posted on December 9th, 2011 at 3:32 am

    Entry for the Bottled Up Designs Upcycled Necklace - I would give this to my mom because she loves the color blue and unique jewelry.

  53. Live Lifes Lessons

    posted on December 9th, 2011 at 3:35 am

    Entry for the Recycled Stainless Steel Earrings - These earrings would be perfect for my brother's girlfriend. I think they resemble dried leaves, so this is perfect for her because she is a nature-loving girl.

  54. Matt Biolette

    posted on December 12th, 2011 at 12:54 am

    I am entering to win the up cycled scarf. This would be a perfect gift for my wife who loves cashmere. As the recycling commander of our home this would be a perfect reward.

  55. Laura Winzenread

    posted on December 12th, 2011 at 2:11 am

    Love those glasses! Also lusting over the scarves and earrings! Swoon.

  56. Andi Brown

    posted on December 12th, 2011 at 1:03 pm

    I would like to enter to win aything. The mascara, and eyshadow for my sister. The garden in a bucket for my other sister. Wind power science kit for my nephew. The backpack and notebook for my other nephew. The paper bracelete, urban lace bracelet for my niece. The cardboard speakers and my eco can for my son. The robe cheese making kit , and wine club for me because I deserve it. And the mushroom kit because what's a party without a fungi in a box.

  57. Kirsten Kimball

    posted on December 12th, 2011 at 3:20 pm

    The paper bracelet for my youngest daughter. She is very eco-conscious, volunteers to feed homeless, runs coat drives, donates time and energy to many causes..she would LOVE this bracelet.

  58. Earth911

    posted on December 12th, 2011 at 9:55 pm

    Congratulations, Kirsten! We have selected you to win the Paper Bracelet. Please email us at socialmedia@earth911.com with your full name, age and shipping address so we can confirm your eligibility and get your prize in the mail. Thanks!

  59. Kirsten Kimball

    posted on December 12th, 2011 at 10:22 pm

    Earth911 Thank you SO much!! Sadie will love this.

  60. Terrie Amerson

    posted on December 12th, 2011 at 4:24 pm

    I am entering to win the Bottled Up Designs Upcycled Necklace for my daughter. She loves things like this and would adore it. Thanks!

  61. Michele Van Allen

    posted on December 12th, 2011 at 8:04 pm

    I am entering to win the china necklace, but a beautiful piece and my best friend would be the perfect recipient!

  62. Anny Fréchette

    posted on December 13th, 2011 at 9:21 pm

    Fabulous fashion finds! Thank you so much for including my bamboo shawl!! Very honored!

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