Shopping Ethically

As I’ve mentioned, I don’t take many risks when it comes to fashion, so I steer clear of their wackier options (for one, I will not be wearing the silk, MC Hammer inspired pants this fall), but their line is definitely worth checking out.  It’s verrrrrry reasonably priced–and it’s never boring. 

Here are a few of my favs right now–

Remade leather hobo bag. Too amazing! and only 48 bucks!

love the print–if you can pull off super-short!

kinda conservative for Urban renewal--probably why I like it

My mom has been encouraging me to buy new running shoes ever since she bought new ones a few months ago.  I don’t know why she thought I needed new ones, I’ve only had mine since I graduated college–oh wait, that was over 5 years ago…. 

I don’t exercise much, actually not at all unless you count walking my dogs, so new athletic shoes are not something  I get too excited about. 

Until……I found these New Balance running shoes that are Made in the USA!  Athletic shoes are almost ALWAYS made in China, so I was pumped to spot these–and in pink!  They are awesome–so cushiony, I feel like I am running on clouds (at least for the first 10 yards anyway). 

New Balance only has 5 factories left in the USA, so not all of their shoes are made here, just be sure to check the label.

It’s the week before I begin another school year, so back to school shopping is on my mind.  I don’t need much, but I always like to get a few new pieces to replace some older, more boring ones in my closet.  I’d like a bag big enough to hold all of the junk I carry to and from work-my lunch, water bottles, and a million other things-and it’s got to be durable because I’m gonna toss it in the car, under my desk, etc…

I hunted on Etsy for recycled leather bags and hit the jackpot.  Rookie Rags handmakes bags, purses, and wallets in America out of recycled fabrics.  Their dedication to recycling is so strong that usually even the zippers and thread are recycled!  What really sold me on Rookie Rags is that they have a huge selection (over 70 bags) and are very afforably priced ($30-$185-ish).  Most of their bags are leather, but use other fabrics also AND take custom orders.  Rookie Rags sells exclusively on Etsy, so click here to see their selection. 

These are a few of my favorites (I could have selected a lot more).