Monday, October 25, 2010

Eco-spotlight: Common Threadz

'Cherish' by Budi Kwan, $38,
commonthreadz.org
Finding eco-fashion is always a great thing, but eco-fashion for a cause is even better.  

Common Threadz is a nonprofit organization that helps orphans in third world countries achieve their dreams by giving them the resources to be successful in school. 

Organic cotton T-shirts and other pieces are designed by some recognizable celebrities, up-and-coming artists and fashion designers, and even the orphans. 

Look for the recycling symbol to see if the T-shirt is eco-friendly. Proceeds go to the orphans to aid with getting school supplies, providing uniforms, and other activities. Also, the T-shirt purchases fund the livelihoods of local seamstresses.