Green is the New Black: The Top Ten ecofabulous LBD’s under $150

Date: December 9, 2008 | Category: Fashion, Women

The little black dress is a staple in every woman’s closet. The cocktail uniform of choice, it’s the eternal “go-to” item for any occasion – it’s slimming and sophisticated and now… sustainable! Here are our choices for the top ten ecofabulous LBD’s under $150. Enjoy!

1. A noble cause that keeps you looking good while doing good, buying vintage means keeping old dresses out of the land fill. This little embossed floral dress from the 1950’s looks like something Miss Holly Golightly would wear. Vintage; $70.

2. This Bouquet Ruffle Sash Dress from Larsen Gray will make you feel like the winner of Miss Eco-Chic America. 100 percent organic cotton; $115.

3. The “Amirah” Dress from Sublet Clothing has a cute bow in the back that allows you to adjust the straps for a perfect fit. 67 percent bamboo, 30 percent organic cotton, 3 percent spandex; $76.

4. Handmade in San Francisco, you can go from a day at the office to any evening event in the corduroy “Fiji” Dress, complete with trendy (and functional!) structured pockets. Bamboo/organic cotton blend corduroy; $145.

5. Elegant and sophisticated, the Viridis Luxe Draped Neck Bias Dress will keep you dancing all night long in this longer look. 70 percent bamboo, 30 percent organic cotton jersey; $134.

6. A plunging neckline with an empire waist and dramatic pleating make the “Allison” Pleated Dress from Sublet Clothing the perfect option for when you don’t want to have to “hold it in” all holiday season. 30 percent organic cotton, 67 percent bamboo, 3 percent spandex; $130.

7. The EcoSkin Rainier Dress is short and sassy. An a-symmetrical strap with a wood buckle will have you stealing the show all night long. 100 percent hemp silk; $106.

8. This slinky little number, the Beau Soleil One Dress has a scrunched midsection that will flatter any body type and the surplus leather wrist cuffs add an unexpected rocker-edge. 100 percent bamboo; $135.

9. Conservative in the front with a plunging back makes the EcoSkin Coral Dress the piece to wear if you’re feeling more naughty than nice. 100 percent bamboo; $89.

10. A little more casual (and affordable) than the others, the “Jessica” Tube Dress from Toggery allows for ample accessorizing. 100 percent organic cotton; $39.