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Before this gets messy… this shirt is not actually magic. If you clicked over looking for something that was more “authentically” or ”literally” magic – I apologize. This post is pure disappointment for you. But for those of you who don’t mind getting a little fast & loose with your magical boundaries, you are about to be delighted. Once [...]

Panty Party: Sandmaiden

November 8, 2011

When Lindsay first heard of Sandmaiden Sleepwear, this was her response: “I don’t think many people would connect the idea of panties and lingerie with a name like Sandmaiden… but there’s a first time for everything.” She has a point. Still, Sandmaiden has been one of my favorite Etsy sellers for a long, long time, [...]

Were I to ever procreate, I am nearly 100% sure that the assets that will be handed down to my children would all be wrapped up in investment pieces. Seemingly contrary to our budget style philosophy, I fully support and advocate investing in high-quality, timeless, beautiful pieces of clothing and accessories and supplementing the ever-changing [...]

After cutting my Etsy and Wishpot lists down to their bare bones (“out of stock…out of stock…when did I add that to my favorites?”), I went on a mammoth wish-list hunt this weekend. I visited ModCloth, which I don’t often peruse because there’s just so much stuff, and was pleasantly surprised to find two independent [...]

It’s not often that we see celebrities running around the red carpet in ethical gowns and whatnot (unless, of course, you’re Colin Firth’s beautiful wife, Livia). Recently, we heard that Vampirifica actress, Bonnie Swencionis, has joined the list of fashion-savvy, eco-loving celebrities when she wore a dress from 100 Percent NY to Screamfest (a horror film [...]

There are some colors that you have to be rich, brave or very careful to wear. The color cream happens to be one of my favorites. What if I spill? Or sit in something? Or get my period, or am splashed with mud by a passing car? I can’t afford to go to the dry [...]

This guest post is written by Haley Mitchell, who I visited earlier this year in her home state of Mississippi. Living in rural Mississippi, in the heart of the Delta, is one of the easiest excuses I can think of for someone to ignore the ethics of shopping, but Haley finds a way. Choosing to [...]

Yeah, I don’t know why I’m showing you images of growth as the earth prepares to shed its skin. Maybe my brain thinks I’m in the southern hemisphere or something. So this is for my southern babes. Have a great spring. Vintage Italian Green Coat by Bottega Vintage Organic Vegan Soap in Mocha by Elysian [...]

[starreviewmulti id=2 tpl=20 style='plain' size='16' average_stars='darkness' average_size='16'] Fashion Month bring magic in all forms. Sometimes, it’s a designer switching up to organic fabrics. Sometimes, it’s the perfect color showing up in the perfect fabric, sewn into the perfect shape. Other times, it’s discovering a new design that embodies the most wondrous outlook on sustainability – [...]

Let me tell you about my vintage wool jacket. I love it so much that sometimes I wonder if I should give it a name. Like Amanda. Yes. That will do nicely. Now, as I was saying… Amanda and I were introduced by my good friend Haley when I visited in Mississippi earlier this year. [...]

This week, Awakened Aesthetic is being featured as a Tastemaker on our favorite ethical sample sale website, LovingEco! Like most private sale sites, LovingEco offers deep discounts on beautiful fashion and beauty products…but they’re revolutionizing the realm of limited-time fashion discounts in two ways: Everything item on sale is ethical. From clothing to accessories to [...]

Alternative Apparel just reached 50,000 Facebook fans (are you one of them?) and to celebrate, they’re offering a full 50% off three of their most popular items! I bet you want to know exactly what 50% off means, because I certainly do. Here’s the skinny: The Rocky is regularly $50, so if you use the [...]

To Covet: Secrets

September 16, 2011

“Secrets are not my concern. Keeping them is.” Antlers Enemies & Friends Copper Underwing Moth Morning Mist Fifties French Cat Eyes Found III Have you kept any good secrets lately?

Blessed by Bamboo

July 28, 2011

It’s been over two years since I started sharing my eco-conscious journey here at Awakened Aesthetic, and the transition has, for the most part, been easy. Slowly but surely I’ve begun to restructure my wardrobe, bath products and diet around being more conscious of my earth and the people living on it. I rarely even [...]

It’s always refreshing to see fashion designers promote charitable projects. With the sustainable movement still going strong, giving back is not only in vogue, but almost required in order to gain attention from the eco-loving media. For Fall 2011, the biggest names in fashion have come together to support not just one charitable project, but [...]

One of my favorite ethical lingerie designers, Araks Yeramyan, has just released her Autumn 2011 lookbook, and it does not disappoint.   By Michael Nevin By Richard Chai This lookbook mirrors her last, featuring a number of industry creatives (including a blogger!) who banded together to create a number of dreamy images that fit Araks’ [...]

I was so fashion-lazy over the holiday weekend. Friday night was lost to workout shorts and a tank top, I spent Saturday in hiking clothes, Sunday had me cleaning in my “grubby clothes”…and by Monday I just didn’t want to wear anything. Like, ever. At all. The morning found me in a vintage bright red [...]

[starreviewmulti id=2 tpl=20 style='plain' size='16' average_stars='darkness' average_size='16'] I have a soft spot in my heart for companies that are created out of love. The origin of Farofa Nation is so infused with love – for a woman and for her people – that it drew me in immediately. As it moves forward with purpose, and [...]

[starreviewmulti id=2 tpl=20 style='plain' size='16' average_stars='darkness' average_size='16'] I’m going to jump right in. I promise I’ll get to the ethical side of things soon, but I’m squirming and can’t help but start in the middle. Forgive me? For their Spring 2011 line, Nixxi, a sustainable fashion house out of Vancouver, Canada, decided to add a [...]

I’m completely immersed in my vintage-inspired summer wardrobe. Today a dainty white dress arrived – it was too big and I was so disappointed – and tomorrow yet another pair of oxfords will be at my doorstep, care of Lindsay, who is the best best friend ever. Of course, if you’re going to buy vintage, [...]