Feeling hot, hot, hot? Ride out the summer heat wave by taking a dip in our roundup of 14 eco-friendly swimsuits. Whether you're a poolside lounge lizard, a boardwalk stroller, or an intrepid ocean adventurer, we've found a bikini or one-piece to flatter your figure. Above, a double-l...
Time for the energy industry to pull itself up by the knee straps: A group of scientists in the United Kingdom have developed a novel energy-harvesting device that attaches to the joint between the thigh and shin. Composed of piezoelectric materials , which generate power when they’re...
receive most of the buzz for disappearing en masse, so it may come as a surprise that ladybugs are doing a vanishing act of their own, as well. Once a ubiquitous sight, the pest-feasting beetles are facing sharp declines across North America, with some varieties virtually nonexistent ...
“A 2005 nationwide study led by a Harvard Medical School researcher showed that children who drank more than three 8-ounce servings of cow’s milk per day were 35 percent more likely to become overweight than kids who drank only one or two servings (or a maximum of 16 ounces) per day. ...
The world’s most famous vegetarian rock star is advocating that schools in Britain offer vegetarian lunch options to students. According to McCartney, students welcome the proposed meatless option. “Younger people… (have said), ‘We really love this idea, because it gives us some way o...
Crystal Wiltshire's passion for the environment is reflected in a full time gig as the Marketing Manager for OnlyGreen & a recycling symbol tattooed on her wrist. With a frightening addiction to social media, Crystal posts on 17 networks...& counting. More importantly, as a mom & a wo...
It’s not fun or easy, but I can overcome seasickness. It’s also not easy being on a boat for 19 days with 14 people you don’t know—especially when there are only two bathrooms onboard, and one of them is broken from Day Two on. Enough said about that. Out of sight, out of mind. People...
M&S recycles half a million in six weeks Eco-textile seminar to feature Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Eco-fashion platform returns to Berlin M&S unveils ‘world’s most sustainable suit’ Denim maker outlines water saving measures Osklen teams up with Italian Government Livia Firth to speak at R...
It’s not fun or easy, but I can overcome seasickness. It’s also not easy being on a boat for 19 days with 14 people you don’t know—especially when there are only two bathrooms onboard, and one of them is broken from Day Two on. Enough said about that. Out of sight, out of mind. People...
Coordinators of the ball were thrilled to have Hannah on board. ”Having Daryl Hannah here is huge, she’s a global environmental figure,” said Gloria Sefton, co-founder of the Saddleback Canyons Conservancy. “It’s bringing all the things she fights for to a local level. It’s important ...
‘Real Housewife’ Vicki Gunvalson Bans Fur from Wardrobe 0 Tweet by Allyson Koerner June 26, 2012 Categories: Animals , Causes , Fashion Tags: vicki gunvalson . Vicki Gunvalson , mainly known for starring on Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” is officially jumping on the a...
Someone attending a high-school reunion may shell out for expensive jewelry as a symbol of success, for instance. Another might splurge on a designer suit before an important meeting to appear more savvy. But these efforts to compensate for our perceived inadequacies are fleeting, the...
Just in time for summer, this Kandhari Sheer Tunic from 12 Small Things is the perfect beach cover-up to wear over your bathing suit while walking to the beach, over your yoga gear or over a tank top with jeans to a party. The sheer cotton tunic is hand-made and embroidered by Afghan ...
I’m a big fan of PACT underwear – not only are they supercute and made from organic cotton, but each pair benefits an awesome charity that’s usually associated with the design on the undies. They are high quality and yes, they make men’s boxers and briefs too (in fact my boyfriend lov...
Subtlety (and overexposure) is overrated. Set sail for the beach, pool, or yacht in the pinup-worthy "Audrey" , which Fables by Barrie hand-crafts to order in San Diego to coax out your inner Betty Page. Adjustable halter straps let you use or lose the extra coverage.
