That tree was the first thing that came to mind when I found these recycled glass earrings from Smart Glass. I’d really like to get my mom a pair. I think she’d enjoy the reminder of that family vacation at the coast.

Rectangle Recycled Glass Earrings
Smart Glass – $60

A bit mod-looking, a bit organic-looking and a whole lot “Eco”, these light-weight earrings are chic enough for special occasions, but versatile enough for everyday. Handmade from recycled bottle glass and finished with sterling silver.

The earrings are available in Lime, Amber, Clear, Cobalt Blue, and Sage (as shown) glass. I like the rustic sort of detail around the edges, it gives them a real artisan appearance, rather than looking like something produced in an assembly line. They measure 1.5 inches by .5 inch.

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These earrings from Mandy Willard’s Etsy shop are a good example. They are currently 20% off and shipping, world-wide, is free.

Cute little black glass pearls and brass bead caps combine with brass kidney earwires to make the lovely pair of earrings. Will go great with anything! Vintage brass kidney earwires, brass filigree bead caps, and black Swarovski glass pearls.

I love these Laurel Wreath earrings….

Pewter filligree laurel wreaths strung on silver ear wires. They remind me of fans. These handmade earrings measure 2 1/8 inches.

How about this Scarab bracelet…..

Dark and mysterious, this bracelet draws inspiration from the times of Egypt’s Pharaohs. It consists of a Vintage brass scarab, copper chain, and wire-wrapped rounds of sparkly green stone. It closes with a brass hook and eye clasp.

Image credit: Mandy Willard at Etsy

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I was reading a column the other day where the author frowned on any use of faux fur. She felt that looking like you were wearing animal fur of any sort – even fake – was unsettling. I will admit that I am not a fan of certain types of faux fur.  I can’t explain exactly why, but wearing anything that is supposed to look like pony fur, for example, feels wrong to me personally. (Ponies? What’s next?  Faux puppy skin? Ick.).

Vegan, but not necessarily eco-friendly, faux fur is traditionally made from materials like acryllic or polyester.  At this point, I’d say the greenest way to go faux is to shop vintage. I’ll keep my eye out for more options to share in the future.  (If you know of eco-friendly faux fur choices, please share them with me!!) 

Here are a few cute vintage items that will add a warm, welcome boost to any cold weather blahs you may be experiencing.

60s Fabulous Faux Fur Coat
Found at Green Violet Vintage, Etsy
$80

Made of Lynx-look faux fur, this coat is lined with gold brocade and features a fancy, full-cut collar. It’s made by Russel Taylor and available in small, medium, and large. It’s noted as being in excellent condition.

Vintage Emanuel Ungaro Leopard Print Mini
Found at Stelma Designs
$40

Gorgeous couture mini in excellent vintage condition. What a fun piece to add to your wardrobe at only $40. Wow. It’s a size 8/42 petite.  Great choice to build a New Year’s Eve outfit around.

Take a look at Etsy and see what else you can find. I used “Faux Fur“, then “Vintage” as the keywords for my search.

Image credits: Green Violet Vintage and Stelma Designs at Etsy

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Dahlia Boucle Ballet Flat
$24.99

Available in a purple wool-blend boucle. The upper is made of faux suede and the inside is soft jersey, with a recycled rubber bottom. There is also a matching handbag available.

Zoe&Zac Snapdragon Ballet Flat
$24.99

For those dreary days that leave you dreaming of Spring days….The Snapdragon Ballet Flat is lined with Organic cotton and has a recycled rubber bottom. Available in pink only.

Zac&Zoe Daisy Frayed Skimmer
$19.99

This one reminds me of a comfy flannel shirt, but it’s for your feet. Made with organic, recycled, and nickel-free materials.

Don’t forget Payless Shoe Sources’s popular BOGO sale. Buy one pair now and get the second pair for half price.

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The tops are customized – you pick the color and material combination for your shirt and it’s sized to your specifications. Each tunic takes 3 weeks to make,  so if you are planning to make it a gift, keep that in mind. 

Here are a couple styles of the shirts:

ReConstructed Gentlemen’s Dres Shirt #2
$70

This cute little number is reconstructed from a gentlemen’s dress shirt. Cleverly altered and upcycled for a playful girly touch. Asymmetrical kimono style sleeves. Chunky stretch Ribbed scooped collar adorned with ruffles. Removable Brooch, made of cluster of buttons and ribbon, add little touch of embellishment, removable for washing, or even worn on an outer shell to make a matching combo to your look.. Matching stretch ribbing waist band, pulls over easily.

Dads Plaid Hand-Me-Down ReConstructed Shirt
$75

This cute little number is reconstructed from a gentlemen’s dress shirt. Cleverly altered and upcycled for a playful girly touch. Asymmetrical kimono style sleeves. Chunky, drape like collar. Drummer style fasten ribbons and button for a bold impact of embellishment. Black ribbing waistband compliments the elastic detail on shoulders.

Image credit: Peeko Apparel

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1 O.A.K. by Sara is handcrafted jewelry inspired by the people, places and objects that embody every day.  Every piece is created by mixing fine quality beads or crystals with base metals or 14 kt gold-filled elements.  Vintage pieces are also added for just the right sparkle and shape resulting in a variety of unique and pretty accessories – truly defining you as 1 Of A Kind.

Take a look a this picture of Jaime Pressley wearing  the Coco necklace cute and casual sweater and knit cap…..

Isn’t it beautiful?  It’s made with Swarovski glass pearls, Swarovski crystals, 14K gold filled beads, and hung on a 14K gold filled chain. It measures 31.5 inches and it’s adjustable. The Coco necklace is $300 and it’s part of the Hollywood & Vine Collection.

Here’s a close up of the necklace…

Image credit: 1 O.A.K. by Sara

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Copper Garden Earrings – $24

Vintage copper beads that are etched in a delicate floral design are strung on a rosy copper ballpin, suspended on handmade hammered copper rings, and finished with copper leverback earwires. A coppery garden for your ears…

These earrings are not only beautiful, but they are also part of a wonderful program called Etsy Project Embrace  (TeamEPE) and 20% of the profits will be donated to the American Cancer Society.

These earrings are in the Adorn By Amy Singley shop. I’m bookmarking this shop for sure. The jewelry is lovely and I respect an artist who also has a good heart.

Image credit: Adorn By Amy Singley at Etsy.com

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The Ruffle Clutch from Refind Originals comes in three colors; mustard, royal blue, and red. I like the mustard best because it’s a soft buttery hue. Very pretty with the double ruffle. The Ruffle Clutch is made from recycled material, “…super-soft leather, originally used for clothing, uholstery, and the like…”  It measures 10″ x 5″.

Ruffle Clutch
$90

I love the shape of the Amelia Clutch. This is a vegan bag with a lovely curved shape and a bit of black lace embellishment.  It measures 10″ x 5″ and it’s made by Rozcoo.

Amelia Clutch
$85

The Black Fanny Clutch, by Fahmina, is made with pieces of scrap leather that were previously discarded (no waste, I like that). It features mulitiple snaps for both function and fashion – they wanted to give it a “rock-n-roll edge.”  What do you think about it’s long, lean shape?  It measures 15″ x 5″ and you can also use it as either a shoulder or waist bag. I think that’s where the “fanny” in the name comes from. Another good thing about this bag – it benefits the Give Light Foundation, which works with orphananges in Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and India.

Black Fanny Clutch
$230

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Let’s look at some jewelry today. Here’s a statement necklace that used to be a brooch. It hangs on a silver-plated chain that measures 18 inches. The neutral sandy tones make this a great choice for accenting Fall wardrobe colors.

Recycled Brooch Spiral Necklace
$14

Another statement piece, this time let your fingers do the talking. Vintage earring mounted on an adjustable ring base. This is the sort of ring my daughter loves.

Filigree Cup Ring
$12

I love this vintage cuff bracelet. It’s 2 inches wide and 7 inches around. The seller is not positive what metal it’s made of, but it’s a lovely piece. Bold, shiny, with a bohemian flare.

Cuff  Bracelet
$10

Take a look at this… a set of 5 vintage brooches featuring gold and silver-toned leaves and swirls. One reminds me a sea anemone. These would look cute on a lapel, scarf, or pinned to a plain clutch bag. It doesn’t say what size they are, but as with any Etsy purchase, you can contact the seller with questions.

Five Brooches
$8

Image credit: Cassowary Jewelry, Onelevel

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Lets see what we can find….

I like this vintage Alfred Werber dress in a unique kimono style. It’s made in a bold color-block type stripe and it’s shown with a white cloth belt, but I think I’d cinch it with something wide and in a contrasting color. This dress is in a size medium-large and it’s listed as being in “great” shape. ’

Navy and White Vintage Kimono Dress
$45

This dress would be a good choice for the holidays. It’s got that sexy secretary look and comes in a size small. They show it with a medium width belt, but I’d wear it with something wider, with an asymetrical slant, maybe.

Red and Black Vintage Dress
$45

I don’t know why, but very few of the vintage dresses that I find are sized larger than a medium. This one is an extra large. You could do so much with this dress – accent it with red, yellow, or something unexpected like a teal-colored belt. It’s made by Periwinkle and it’s in excellent condition.

Striped Vintage Cotton Dress
$45

Image credit: The Vintage Closet

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