The Eco Chick Guide to Life

By Starre Vartan

Book Overview

SAVE THE WORLD IN STYLE Lower your carbon footprint--in your favorite pair of stilettos--with THE ECO CHICK GUIDE TO LIFE . Here you'll find hundreds of ideas on how to be ecologically smart and still be stylish and trend-setting. You don't have to sacrifice to go green--you can eat well, dress well, and live well once you learn how to: Learn where to shop for vintage and recycled jewelry (mining practices for gold and silver are notoriously polluting). Wear sustainable threads--organic cotton, peace silk, bamboo--or look for funky reconstructed designs made from vintage fabrics.Find shoes made from naturally tanned and dyed leather, hemp, or made from recycled materials...that still look incredibly chic.Party it up- with the planet in mind Make your next fiesta fabulous with organic beverages, seasonal food from the farmer's market, and more. Pretty-up with organic, biodegradable hair products, body washes, moisturizers, and make-up--better for you and the planet's water supplies We'll explain why and what to look for.How to earn points while convincing your boss to go green in your office. Travel green and still see the world in style Save cash with some Earth-loving swaps around your apartment, dorm or house. ...and more. Let these and other easy-to-follow, fun and fashionable tips help you to feel great while doing good. You and Mother Nature will look fabulous This book is printed on recycled paper.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0312378947
• ISBN13: 9780312378943
• Release Date: August 2008
• Publisher: St. Martins Press-3PL
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.1" x 7.1"

Customer Reviews

Easy to read, lots of great info

Very good book with lots of helpful tips for living an eco friendly lifestyle. Lots of info on different products that are organic or good for the environment.

get hip w/ the eco chick

This is, hands-down, the best green living guide I've read to-date. It is well-organized and approachable and filled with practical information for everyday living. You'll find budget-friendly tips to fix your home and easy-to-digest explanations of today's hot topics (i.e hybrid vs. PZEV vs. electric vehicles vs. fuel cells). I LOVE THIS BOOK. This is the first and last book you'll need to help you understand the eco issues facing us today.