Lend a Helping Handbag: eco-friendly finds that fuse fashion with philanthropy

Gennefer Snowfield — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 01:48:12 +0000

In the past, when you’ve thought about helping the environment, things like recycling, using rechargeable batteries, cutting back on your power and water usage, and carpooling or bicycling to reduce pollution probably leapt to mind.

I doubt that carrying a chic, designer bag topped your list.

But with all of the eco-minded designers popping up, using alternative materials to craft high-end, contemporary creations worthy of a runway romp, you can do your part to save the planet, and look stylish doing it.

Here is a list of the must-have sleek and sustainable haute couture handbags available for the eco-savvy shopper:

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Lucille Chi — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 04:07:03 +0000

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Lend a Helping Handbag: eco-friendly finds that fuse fashion with philanthropy

In the past, when you’ve thought about helping the environment, things like recycling, using rechargeable batteries, cutting back on your power and water usage, and carpooling or bicycling to reduce pollution probably leapt to mind.

I doubt that carrying a chic, designer bag topped your list.

ThisNext Contest Reminder: It’s Not Too Late to Win a Solar Powered Portable Charger