May 2013
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Ethical fashion in Bangladesh is an option! →
fayelessler:
Here are nine sustainable apparel brands that are turning Made in Bangladesh from a mark of shame into a badge of pride.
After the Rana plaza building collapse, the death toll continues to mount past 1,100. What can we do about it? Boycott the brands associated (Walmart, H&M, Mango…), demand that Bangladesh pass basic labor laws, and buy from these companies instead! There...
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New 100% NY Stockist, Modavanti →
Modavanti is 100% NY’s latest stockist. They became enamored of Daniel Silverstein’s sustainable designs on Fashion Star (as did most viewers) and have featured him on their site and its blog. In th article, they give us the skinny on his design process and signature “no waste” techniques.
We love following the evolution of 100% NY
Like any startup, establishing your...
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April 2013
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WatchThis has been our favorite episode thus far. Daniel came out on top in a major way! Few would have had the patience to deal with Johana, but he was able to work around her..ahem.. intensity to create a beautiful sequin top that paired beautifully with Johana’s long pencil skirts.
Here is one of the designs that Saks bought for an extraordinary $185,000.
We especially love the...
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If there are two things we believe in at Live With Us they’re the power of individuals as a force for change and benevolence. Housing Works, a thrift store devoted to helping, advocating and providing employment for people living with HIV and AIDS, embodies this devotion to people and change. If we all had the same strong faith in our individual power, we truly believe the world would be...
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No, not me — Im an island of such...
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March 2013
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Blood is the New Black's Artist Driven Fashion... →
Propelling the careers of emerging artists is the focus of Blood is the New Black, a Los Angeles-based arts collective founded in 2004 by Mitra Khayyam “to provide an alternative to traditional fashion lines.”
The clothing line showcases the work of artists from all over the globe, Khayyam said. “We started with two; now we have 75 artists.”
“We look for artists who have unique styles,” she...
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Reuse and Reduce Before Recycling
Reusing, along with reducing, are the oft forgotten R’s of the 3, now immemorial, earth-friendly tips children are taught in grade school and yet they come before the most popular R — Reuse, Reduce and then Recycle.
Recycle is and should be the last tool for sustainability. Recycling is a process that requires more energy use, more waste and more pollution than simply reusing....
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No thanks I don’t want another beer.
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Coachella Approved
Still time to get these before chellerz!!
Clockwise from top left: Panos Tsagaris Bodysuit, Midnight Rider Muscle Tee, Outlaw Racerback Tank, and Crazy Eyes Muscle Tee
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Watchnicolerichiedaily:
Showstoppers
We watched the season premiere on Friday and were happy to see Daniel staying true to his design style. We sure that if he keeps bringing it, with looks such as the dress he designed for the “Showstoppers” episode, he’ll be a top contender!
I love the daring red and black color choice and the mix of sheer with draping along with...
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Blood is The New Black Pool Art Show
Here are some choice photos from Blood Is The New Black’s party-cum-art-show at Pool last month. All of the artwork is by the artist who contribute exclusive photography, illustration and graphics for Blood Is The New Black.
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February 2013
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100% NY featured in Why Blue Matter Vol.1 February...
In the February issue of Why Blue Matters, Daniel explains his “zero waste” design process.
We do our best to keep it zero waste in the studio. When we can’t, only about 2% of the fabric is scrapped. Fortunately, we have a place for these scraps to go! Fellow designer Zaida Adriana Goveo Balmaseda uses them in her beautiful knitted designs.
You can find the article on...
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100% NY Fall/Winter 2013 at Capsule
As promised here are the photos of 100% NY F/W 2013. Stunning dresses and intricate wool designs all in the same collection. Daniel was inspired by the body’s journey from purity to toxicity.and back
We have also seen the lookbook for this collection and will be posting select looks from it soon. All of this within a week of Fashion Star’s second season premiere!
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The Sway Fall/Winter 2013 at Capsule NYC
Here are some photos of The Sway’s Fall/ Winter 2013 collection, taken at Capsule Womens in NYC last weekend.
We’re in love with this Bondi- Byron hybrid. The quality of the leather is outstanding, buttery soft!
This is still 100% upcycled leather.
I’ll try to get some lookbook shots for you guys.
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January 2013
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Because sometimes you want to feel like...
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Upcycled vs. New Leather
We are often asked, by fashion buyers and stylists who are interested in the line of leather jackets and accessories we sell (called The Sway, for those of you who have just tuned in,) about the sustainable method termed “upcycled leather.” What is it? How is it “upcycled?” What makes it sustainable?
While taking a look at our most recent posts about The Sway’s new...
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Saw through your crystal ball And saw me in...