Subparel : Stuff for Girls

Cool Stuff: Keen Everett Recycled Day Pack

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 01:37:00 -0800

Keen has always been known for their incredible shoes and then they launched their bag line which were just as solid, so it really should come as no surprised that they have stepped it up a notch. Their new Hybrid line has only stepped it up and the…

Cool Stuff: Gama-Go Bird is the Word Girl's Hoodie

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 18:01:00 -0800

GAMA-GO always comes up with the cutest things and following up there limited edition guys hoodies, they have added female ones as well. Featuring great colors and characters, we had to go with the "Bird is the Word" as our favorite.…

Cool Stuff: Angela Adams Hannah Tegan Sky Bag

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 18:15:00 -0800

If you are looking for something to add a bit of color to your spring wardrobe, then look no further. The Hannah Tegan Sky bag from Angela Adams is a fabulous choice as it not only looks good, but is incredibly functional. Outside it is sleek and…

Cool Stuff: Oqoqo Juliet Tee

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:38:00 -0800

I must have been bitten for spring to come because this sweet t-shirt has caught my eye. The empire waist ties in the back to fit all sizes and shapes (and such as sweet color to boot). Oqoqo (pronounced oh-koh-koh) believes in sustainability and…

Cool Stuff: Threadless Corporate Ladder Tee

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:47:00 -0800

I have always been a huge fan of Threadless and while sometimes the community really misses the mark, other times they just seem to nail it. One of the latest additions is a tee titled Corporate Ladder. The shirt is subtle, intelligent, and too…

Cool Stuff: Teko EcoMerino Wool Socks

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:43:00 -0800

Socks have always taken a beating when it comes to the coolness factor, but aren't you tired of wearing the same old socks in boring colors? And if you exercise even a little bit, then you know that you can't wear your everyday socks and be…

Cool Stuff: Unetee Dream T-Shirt

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:37:00 -0800

Unetee always has awesomely designed tees and they are all printed on American Apparel product which makes us like them even more. We found this cool one called Dream that is good for guys or gals and it also comes on a sweet hoody. The best…

Interview: Vy&Elle

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 18:28:00 -0800

Vy&Elle has been around for the last several years, but they have really hit their stride lately and you can now find their bags in stores everywhere. The company was officially founded in 2002 by a trio of friends (Nicky Freegard and Robin and…

Cool Stuff: Levi's Eco Low Skinny 531s

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:20:00 -0800

Eco-jeans...finally. Levi's are classic for their 501 jeans but they have come a long way. Their eco-jean has hit the market in organic cotton - and they hold true to the style of the skinny jean. They sit low on the hips and make your curves pop…

Cool Stuff: Simple Eco Sneaks Women's Satire

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 17:29:00 -0800

Anyone else ready for spring to be here? We're in the Pacific Northwest and we're ready to see the sun shine again... let alone the ground to dry up a little so that we don't track the mud into the house every day. Seriously - I want a reason to put…

Cool Stuff: Lucina Laila Bracelet

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 17:17:00 -0800

I've heard about Women for Women International but never have I been more impressed with the jewelry from Lucina Jewelry. The Laila Bracelet caught my eye and I think its a timepiece that speaks a million words. This beautiful bracelet goes towards…

Cool Stuff: Under the Canopy Bloomer Pajamas

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:28:00 -0800

Just in time for your Valentine! This extremely comfortable and lightweight pajamas will be a pair that she will wear over and over again. They are made of 100% organic jersey cotton so the softness factor is all taken care of. I've been eyeing these…

Cool Stuff: NaturevsFuture Organic Wool A-Symetrical Sweater

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 17:28:00 -0800

I was looking around for something a little bit different for my winter wardrobe and I came across NatureVsFuture's Organic Wool Asymmetrical Sweater. The lines on this sweater would be flattering on so many women I just had to share it. The sleeves…

Feature: Paper, Plastic, or Stylish?

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 02:09:00 -0800

I think it is pretty clear to everyone now that using paper or plastic grocery bags is simply the wrong thing to do. Now I can spend a ton of time trying to show you why and explain how you are damaging the earth and how you really should be…

Cool Stuff: Envirosax Organic Series Shopping Bags

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 01:06:00 -0800

Envirosax recently introduced their Organic Series and they have only seemed to improve on their already awesome design. The bags are made of bamboo, linen, or hemp and are printed with vegetable based inks. These bags roll up into themselves and…

Cool Stuff: Basura Shopping Bags

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 01:04:00 -0800

At first glance these bags look a bit crazy, but they will grab you a ton of compliments and also a bunch of questions. Basura Bags works with a women's co-op in the Philippines to produce these bags and they are truly amazing. Every day children at…

Cool Stuff: b.happybags Shopping Bags

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 01:03:00 -0800

b.happybags has made it their mission to stop people from using plastic shopping bags by producing some great looking alternatives. They are all super durable and machine washable, plus they are all Made in the USA. Make sure to check out out the…

Cool Stuff: ACME Shopping Bags

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 01:01:00 -0800

Another awesome entry into the reusable shopping bag category comes to us from the folks at ReusableBags.com, the ACME Bag. The bag can handle over 25 pounds, features rip-stop fabric, and folds into itself for easy hideaway storage. They also come…

Cool Stuff: Horny Toad Frances Sweater

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 17:19:00 -0800

I fell in love with the Frances Sweater from Horny Toad simply because its so simple with small details. The cabling running from the ribbed collar down the shoulder to the rolled cuff make me want to curl up in this sweater all winter long. I know I…

Feature: How Do You Define Eco-Conscious?

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 17:37:00 -0800

I was recently asked how toy define the term eco-conscious . The questioner then went on to ask if I really felt one person can make a difference and where one would begin. With all the “green” this and “organic” that being…