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eco-friendly garment bags for the earth conscious jet-setter

Whether it’s carrying dry-cleaning down the street or jetting to Punta Mita for a wedding,  Jendarling’s darling (had to do it!) reusable bags make sure you and your clothing get there safely and in style.  These fair trade bags are made in California out of eco-friendly components including vegetable-tanned leather from textile waste, organic cotton and vintage fabrics, and come in a wonderful array of patterns.  The company’s Chelsea Collection also includes matching shoe bags, makeup pouches and even a traveler clutch for passports, etc.  Click here to purchase the black-and-white striped Edie bag shown above, and here to shop the entire site.

Awaken your senses with Amala Room and Linen Mist.  This beautifully scented, yet not overpowering, mist keeps rooms and linens (and cars, if you’re like me!) smelling delectable in an orGLAMic fashion.  The Peppermint Mist contains organic northern Italian mint to invigorate and refresh, while the Rose Mist calms and soothes with organic Turkish rose.  Amala also offers an entire range of natural skin care including polishers, cleansers, toners, masks and more and all ingredients are sourced from global fair trade farmers.  Click here to purchase the Room and Linen mist, and here to browse all of the company’s offerings with organic ingredients.

Whether you plan on spending your summer journaling in exotic locals or still tackling your office to-do list, a book from ecosystem will make the experience all the more orGLAMic.  The company offers four varieties of equally useful books, depending on your needs: artist (blank pages), author (lined), advisor (calendar) and architect (grid).  And in addition to onyx (my fave, surprise, surprise), the sleek and modern books are available in a variety of punchy colors such as kiwi, clementine, lagoon and watermelon.  Made from 100% post-consumer recycled paper and in the US under fair-trade standards, you really can’t go wrong with any combination.  Click here to purchase your own from the orGLAMic collection.

Listen up, Manly Monday readers!  In my opinion, men can be transformed with a properly fitting jeans.  Yes, it is that simple, and now can be done orGLAMically with a pair from Good Society.  All of this company’s jeans are made of organic, fair-trade cotton, and are completely sustainable.  Dyed with a natural dye, the rich finish of their washes are comparable (if not superior!) to conventional high-end denim lines that wreak havoc on the planet.  Available in slim, straight and relaxed fits, there is an orGLAMic pair for every man out there.  Click here to find a store near you.

Multitasking is a breeze with orGLAMic soaps by Chivas Skin Care.  Run by a California-based mother and daughter duo, the company offers handmade soaps made with fresh goat milk, fair trade shea butter, and all natural essential oils.  The Goat Milk Soap can be used for hand, body and face, and the reduced packaging, alongside the fact that they are free of chemical preservatives, parabens, phtalates, artificial colors and mineral oils, ups the orGLAMic ante.  The Lemongrass Bar is pictured above, but depending on your skin type you can choose from 10 others including Spearmint, Orange Spice and Lavender Oatmeal.  Click here to shop the soaps as well as cremes, bath salts and lip balms galore!

orGLAMic readers now get a 15% discount when purchasing eco-friendly goodies from Chivas Skin Care.  Just enter “orglamic15″ during checkout, between now and June 1st, to during receive this generous savings.  Thanks Chivas Skin Care!

Wedding season is right around the corner, and for those brides that don’t have their dress picked out (you know who you are!) it isn’t too late to be an orGLAMic vision in white.  Adele Wechsler offers a great variety of eco-friendly bridal gowns that would be great anywhere from a grand Manhattan ballroom or an intimate union on the beaches of Punta Mita.  Her Eco-Couture Collection uses certified organic hemp and silk dyed in vegetable dyes and the dresses are individually hand-cut under fair trade labor standards.  Click here to browse the entire collection and find your orGLAMic fave.

With spring-time looks just around the corner here at orGLAMic, there is still enough chill in the air for a few beautifully designed pieces that will keep you warm on these still frigid evenings.  The Weekend Cardigan by Indigenous is made of 100% organic cotton jersey in Peru under fair trade circumstances.  The garment is then dyed with low-impact dyes to create a sleek look that can easily be work over jeans or even more casual leggings for an impromptu trip to the farmer’s market.  At only $90, this is one of the more affordable orGLAMic items, so click here to make it your own and here to browse all the other organic, fair trade selections.

With winter in full swing, go ahead and bundle up orGLAMically this weekend!  SUST makes it easy to look chic while living green with their stylish Crusader Cape Sweater.  This alpaca/wool blend sweater is handmade by an artisan cooperative in Peru.  The fair trade garment is made of the highest quality natural fiber yarns, and is dyed using natural eco-friendly dyes.  While this is my ultimate favorite item on the entire site, there are tons of organic cotton goodies such as leggings, tanks, dresses and scarves for your orGLAMic viewing pleasure.  Click here to purchase the Crusader Cape Sweater today.

Keep your little bundle of joy warm in orGLAMic gear all winter long.  This Bomber Jacket is just one of the adorable, orGLAMic options from Kate Quinn Organics.  Made of 100% cotton, this kids jacket has a plush collar to keep necks warm and matching elbow patches just for fun!  In addition to outwear, Kate Quinn Organics also offers dresses, jumpsuits, baby bedding and more – which are all fair trade certified garments and all made out of 100% certified organic cotton.  Click here to purchase the Bomber Jacket pictured above, or here to browse the entire orGLAMic selection.

With the endless array of eco-friendly totes on the market, it is refreshing to find one that encompasses both orGLAMic style and function.  Coyuchi‘s Farmer’s Market Bag is made of 100% organic and fair trade cotton that is free of solvents and resins.  Measuring at 17.25″ L x 12″ W x 8″ D, with a 6″ handle, this bag truly is perfect for trips to the farmer’s market trips or even holiday shopping at the mall.  Click here to browse all the orGLAMic Coyuchi products – their bedding, linens, and sleepware are all divine.