Fashion With A Social Conscience

Two things that are not normally mentioned in the same breath are fashion and social conscience. However there are a number of designers, stores and websites worldwide that are concerned with social issues such as the environment, fair trade, animal rights etc.



Swedish designer Anya Hynynen designs a line of women's clothing using only natural fabrics such as cotton, linen and wool. While it isn't unusual for clothing to be made from these fabrics, it is unusual to see items such as undergarments and evening wear, which are usually at least partly made from synthetic fabrics. These designs are lovely and feminine. You can see more of Anya's designs at www.anjah.se




In Britain, The Natural Store offers a variety of natural made products such as clothing for men and women, accesories, perfume, food, makeup, products for the home etc.



Not only do they offer a wide assortment of products, but a portion of every sale is donated to one of five charities that the company supports. These charities are: The Red Cross, Oxfam, Unicef, The World Wildlife Fund and Friends of the Earth. Their website is www.thenaturalstore.co.uk


Also from Britain, Beyond Skin designs shoes made from synthetic fabrics. The shoes are all hand made by local craftsmen and are made to order. You can learn more at www.beyondskin.co.uk



Hip and Zen is a website that sells clothing for men, women and children, as well as accessories and products for the home. Their products are classified by 5 different categories: organic, hand made, recycled, fairly traded and natural. No matter what your cause you'll find something to suit you at Hip and Zen. www.hipandzen.com



In the US, designer Linda Loudermilk designs a line of women's clothing made from fabric from plants such as bamboo, sasawashi and sea cell soya. These plants are self sustainable. This clothing line can be found in over 20 boutiques throughout the US as well as at www.lindaloudermilk.com




Well, there you have it. Proof that a person can be fashionable, wear cute shoes and have a social conscience as well.