WAKE UP CALL

*I Am Not A Paper Cup by James Burgess an eco-friendly alternative to disposable cup made from porcelain. It keeps drinks hot, does not burn your hand and is dishwasher-safe. $20 momastore

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WRAP IT UP

Jersey scarfs are a base accessory in our wardrobe.  They add a touch of chic to every outfit and can be worn tons a different ways.  Plus with fall just around the corner, the transition will be effortless!

* Organic Giraffe striped organic cotton scarf $82 shopbop

STELLA

Eco Tobi has got in a new shipment of Stella McCartney for LeSportsac and we are drooling over the duo's second run.   With carry-ons and mediums size purses that can be worn like backpacks, the entire collection is made  from 100%recycled polyester and just the right amount of hardware.   Starting in $200's , but well worth it....Stella McCartney's bags usually run above $1000.

WANNA BE

Single shoulder dresses were all the rage last week at the Teen Choice Awards with Rachel Bilson and Blake Lively both sporting the look. The White Apricot has found a few green designers that have also taken on the trend.

Hip Not Hippie: This Week from TreeHugger and Planet Green

Planet Surfwear is making online shopping easier by offering organic surf lines all under one roof.

The fabulous and sustainable store, Bluehouse, opens a store in Baltimore, MD but continues to offer their all of their products online as well.

Deploy Workshop presents modular clothing that can be recycled! 

For all of the eco-knitters out there, check out Shannon Okey’s new book “Alt Fiber: 25 Projects For Knitting Green With Bamboo, Soy, Hemp and More.” 

Turns out that some tattoos may be toxic but now you can get that ink removed in a newly greened procedure. 

If old baseball hats are cluttering your closets (you know who you are) check outideas on ways to reuse them. 

Stay GREEN! 

*Hip not Hippie is a selection of top stories especially for 1plus1 readers thanks to the good folks at TreeHugger.com and PlanetGreen.com.