Ethos Paris is an eco fashion house founded in 2002 that only uses materials that are both fair trade certified and organic. The collections are mostly made from cotton, raffia and alpaca. While alpaca is an animal-based product, it is sourced and produced by an Indigenous collective in Bolivia. Zippers are free of nickel. Coconut, wood or seashell are used for buttons. The preference is to design garments that minimize fastening devices to keep clothing wear simple.

In 2007 the company launched the Botanical Impressions collection made from 100% herbal dyes that are ayurvedic or natural. Founders Ann and Leslie Leroux abide by regulatory organizations such as Eko, Ecocert and Bioport. Company goals include “Put an end to the clothing industry’s exploitative sweat shops by establishing genuine partnerships with producers and uniting forces to bring about positive economic and social change.” and “Respect for the consumer through business transparency and product quality.” Look for more Ethos Paris at the Paris Ethical Fashion Show and Portland Fashion Week coming this October. In the meantime, enjoy this short video with music by the Japanese pop group, Yaneka.

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Impressive! Right? This expert has passed the difficult NCIDQ exam and is a member of both the U.S. Green Building Council and Build It Green. As the Principal and Founder of Path Design, Hulan believes that rather than being a fad that green design is “a fundamental change in the way interior design and architecture are approached. The aim is to create dwellings, and other man-made environments, which reduce or eliminate the use of unhealthy materials, minimize ecological impact, and relate people with the natural world around them.” Perhaps you will want to request some of these items or adapt some ideas for your own use?