summer lovin’
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Our warm weather favorites from head to toe
Updating your summer staples? A purchase from these planet-friendly companies will make you look and feel good.
1. bamboo sunglasses
Over-sized frames and sustainability are always in style. Need an incentive to splurge? For every pair sold, Kayu sponsors a sight-restoring surgery in the developing world.
$180 • kayudesign.com
2. netty dress
Made from recycled polyester and organic cotton seersucker, this lightweight, go-anywhere dress can take the heat. An adjustable tie in the back makes it a perfect fit for any figure.
$85 • patagonia.com
3. bora bora tote
This fair trade bag, made from hand-wrapped raffia and seagrass leaves, is a natural for the beach. It also doubles nicely as a magazine basket at home (you know, for all those back issues of Breathe).
$75 • madimports.org
4. sport flips
Who knew orthopedic shoes could be so sporty chic? The top layer molds to your feet for custom, all-day comfort. And SOLE’s got soul—they take their eco-responsibilities as seriously as the quality of their products.
$69.95 • yoursole.com