The ‘it’ fashion accessory of last fall and winter is back again. Even the trendiest of trends seem to stick around as a second wave of late-to-adapt fashionistas accept the look. Luckily, the scarf is one accessory that’s easy for just about everyone to wear and it’s an affordable way to update your style without buying a whole new wardrobe.

While you can find plenty of eco-friendly scarves including organic cotton scarves in every color of the rainbow and hemp wraps, the Reclaimed T-Shirt Scarf from Uncommon Goods offers something unique. This recycled scarf takes the comfort of the classic old worn-in t-shirt to the next level, letting you wrap yourself up in a bunch of them.

Have you ever thought about what happens to all the fabric scraps that are generated inside apparel factories? Click here to read more

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It wouldn’t be fall back-to-school fashion season without Gap jeans staring you down on all of your shopping trips. This year, Gap redid their entire line and introduced their 1969 Premium Jeans. While the jeans aren’t made from organic cotton or in anyway green, you can catch an eco accessory in the store windows–Timberland boots.

Timberland Earthkeepers 6″ Leather Boots are the eco-friendly footwear of choice for jean-clad Gap mannequins nationwide. For guys who rock the casual jean look, Earthkeepers finish it off well. The rugged mens boots feature organic cotton laces, solvent-free adhesives, recycled rubber outsoles and recycled EVA inside along with recycled PET lining. While the leather boots are, well, made of leather, they’re not vegan or animal-friendly, but they are organically tanned.

Plus, company-wide, Timberland is an eco-conscious company. Click here to read more

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Even though golf may seem like a sport that brings you closer to nature, there are several un-eco aspects of the game including the massive amounts of water needed to keep the greens, well, green. If you love the game, you can reduce your impact by opting for green golf gear and clothing. Here’s a stylish and eco outfit that will help you look smart on the course.

Start with Sass Cap zip front jersey from Zoic. The top is made partially from bamboo, a fast-growing and highly renewable fabric resource. It’s also naturally antimicrobial and can wick away sweat when the sun is beating down. A kangaroo pocket in front and zipper pocket in the back means you have plenty of spots for balls and tees. This top is also great for biking and running. Then slip on a pair of Horny Toad Birdie shorts. The striped Bermuda short style is classic for a round of golf. They’re lightweight and made from organic cotton. Click here to read more

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A lot of great eco brands make great eco shoes, but great fitness shoe brands are taking longer to catch on. For those who are fitness enthusiasts first and moving toward a more sustainable lifestyle second, the expectations for performance are higher. New Balance is answering the call with their first green shoe the New Balance 070.

The trail runner  boasts New Balance’s comfort and fit, but is made from recycled materials in a reduced waste design, meaning that as much of the original cutting material as possible is used because the elements are cut out in more of a puzzle shape. In this style, 75 percent of the upper elements are environmentally preferred materials like natural and recycled fabrics. The outsole is made of rick husk rubber and the insert is made of recycled materials. Another big eco issue with shoes is the glue used to keep it all together–here, New Balance uses water-based adhesives. Click here to read more

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Make lighter footprints in the sand this summer with an eco-friendly beach bag. The Irving Bag is part of Keen’s Harvest Bag line. Like other bags in the collection, this one is made from a combination of brown haul bags and white polypropylene rice bags. Had they not been used for fashion, the bags would go to the landfill. Instead Keen recycles them by weaving the materials together beautifully to create a bag sized for all of your beach essentials.

With loads of pockets and plenty of room, you can stuff your organic cotton beach towel, change of clothes, cell phone, iPod, natural sunscreen, water bottle and even a recycled plastic sandcastle building set inside. The bag has a zipper closure on top so you can be sure the sand will stay out. Because the bag is made from 100% rice paper, it’s super lightweight and has a thin, crinkly feel to it that’s water repellent–perfect for a day at the shore.

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