Holiday Gift Guide: The Holly and the Ivy
"The Holly and The Ivy" may not have the sock hop punch of "Jingle Bell Rock" or the classic nostalgia of "White Christmas," but we think it's the perfect carol to represent our collective connection to nature and the ever-growing commitment to preserving and protecting it. Eco-friendly products are continually gaining momentum in the marketplace and we have 10 stylish and sustainable gifts you’ll feel (extra) good about giving.
1.New Big Buddha Vegan Tote: An eco-friendly bag with chain handle and zipper details that looks like it just leapt off the runway. (eBay search keywords: vegan tote)
2. New Triple X Eco Longboard: An sustainable skateboard that’s not only gorgeous, but also perfect for kids and grown-ups that still want to be kids. (eBay search keywords: bamboo longboard)
3. New Eco-Friendly Bamboo Cat Tower: Finally a place for a kitty to rest that's not an eyesore. It just happens to be crafted from bamboo, too. (eBay search keywords: bamboo cat tower)
4. New Lauren Hutton Eco-Duo Bamboo Brush Set: Make-up brushes made of renewable bamboo with an equally eco-conscious travel case in natural woven hemp. (eBay search keywords: Lauren Hutton bamboo)
5. New H&M Conscious Collection Dress: This stunning dark floral print in organic hemp and silk will look fantastic from the office straight to a cocktail party. (eBay search keywords: H&M Conscious)
6. New Fair Trade Laundry Hamper Handcrafted by artisans Senegal, this laundry hamper can also stash toys, games or magazines. (eBay search keywords: fair trade hamper)
8. New Organic Wool Dryer Ball Set: A sweet, chemical-free way to keep laundry soft and to save energy by keeping drying time shorter. (eBay search keywords: organic dryer ball)
9. New Intelligent Nutrients Anti-Aging Oil: Treat someone else to the kind of top-of-the-line organic products she wouldn't necessarily buy for herself. (eBay search keywords: Intelligent Nutrients)
10. New Reclaimed Pine Wood Mirror: Inspired by historical designs and made of reclaimed pine, this mirror is rustic perfection. (eBay search keywords: reclaimed wood mirror)
Organic By John Patrick Fall 2011 (photo by Randy Brooke/Contributor)
See our previous installments of the Holiday Gift Guide: Jingle Bell Rock, White Christmas, We Three Kings