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The Socially
Concious MAN
Finding
solid men’s
products, that
aren’t trying too
hard, can be an
uphill battle often
times not worth
fighting. Now we’re
faced with an even
bigger obstacle on
our journey to be
fashionable men:
social economic
awareness.
Whether you believe
in global warming or
not, there’s no
denying the fact
that we should be
making conscious
efforts towards
socially responsible
living. One of the
lagging efforts in
the area of green
living is the lack
of marketing for
great eco-friendly
men’s products. In
an effort to weed
out all the Velcro
strapped sandals
with asymmetrical
tree hugger
patterns, here are a
few incredible
options for the
eco-friendly male. |
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For The
Torso
In 1995
some friends
got together
and started
a clothing
company that
consisted of
4 tee
shirts. 13
years later,
they are
still one of
the most
stylish
eco-friendly
clothing
companies on
the market.
UK based
Howies is
dedicated to
making
quality
clothing
that is
eco-friendly
while still
be
fashionable,
and they
pull it off
better than
many brands
I've seen.
If you
aren't into
printed tee
shirts, have
no fear;
Howies has a
plethora of
blank tees
in many
different
colors.
Weller -
£55.00 at
Howies.co.uk
Tap
Water is
Cool -
£25.00 at
Howies.co.uk
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For The Legs
I know what you're thinking; the only option to cover your legs AND give you brownie points with Mother Nature is to wear those organic cotton synch-tied pants. This is not true! Loomstate is a company based out of New York City, headed by designer and eco-fashion visionary, Rogan Gregory. They are constantly striving to make clothes that combine great style & impeccable craftsmanship, with organic farming and sustainable agricultural standards. If you’re looking for a great pair of jeans that are sweatshop-free and look as good as they make you feel, Loomstate is the perfect fit.
$165.00 at TheGreenLoop |
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For The Feet
This classic white low top sneaker is from Autonomie Project. The upper is made with 100% Fair Trade-certified organic cotton canvas and the sole from FSC-certified sustainable latex. What does that mean, you ask? That means that A.P. didn't just add some organic hemp shoelaces and call this a "GREEN" product, while still making kids slave for your "style." The whole shoe is made using earth friendly standards & fabrics. The best part about these sneakers is that they actually have style, instead of looking like you wrapped your feet in pieces of old potato sacks.
$54.00 at AutonomieProject |
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For The Mouth
We live in an amazing day and age in which we are capable of taking care of our earth in more ways than just recycling and staying away from aerosol hairspray. Thanks to a company called Recycline, you may help save the earth every time you buy a new toothbrush. Their toothbrush was developed with the help of dental professionals and is built from environmentally friendly materials. To paraphrase Recycline in the nerdiest way I know how: Don’t just clean your mouth, clean the world.
Available at Whole Foods Market, Wild Oats & Trader Joes |
I
know you thought
you'd have to move
to the countryside,
build a fort, grow a
garden, and run
around naked to be
earth friendly.
However, there are a
few brands and
products that are
doing things right
and creating
eco-friendly options
for men, without
making us look like
total weirdoes. We
can finally help
save the world while
still looking and
living the way we
want to.
Until next time,
this is Zack McTee,
your guide to
eco-friendly
fashion. |
