Gifts for Green Trendsetters

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eGO Cycle $1,399 Why it's green: Dependable, fast, and emission free, the eGO Cycle is the perfect gift for the urban commuter, college student, or thrill-seeker Recommended by: TheDailyGreen.com
Recycled Vinyl Record iPod Case $45 Why it's green: Now green hipsters can dress up their iPods with one-of-a-kind protective cases made using reclaimed vinyl records, recycled fiber felt, and cork. Recommended by: TheDailyGreen.com

Hotter Than I Should Be T-Shirt $50 Why it's green: The hottest T-shirt around, worn by celebs and environmentalists to sound off against climate change. Made of 100% organic cotton. Recommended by: World Wildlife Fund
Recycled Tire and Bottle Caps Belt $20 Why it's green: A used tire and bottle caps provided the material to make this cool belt. Recommended by: Green Picks

Candywrapper Recycled Handbags $28 and up Why it's green: One-of-a-kind handbags made from repurposed candy wrappers that are intricately woven and handmade. Not only do they keep tons of trash out of landfills, they are absolutely adorable. Recommended by: ecoFabulous
Vans' Hemp Sneakers $54.96 to $64.95 Why it's green: The classic Vans are now available with a hemp upper as opposed to the traditional canvas. Recommended by: Treehugger

Cargo Cosmetic’s PlantLove Collection $20 Why it's green: This lipstick is encased in a corn-based, seed-embedded container, so when you’ve lacquered your lips till there’s nothing left, toss it with a little H2O and watch your garden grow. Recommended by: ecoFabulous
Environsax Reusable Shopping Bags $7.95 for one $38 for a set Why it's green: Paper? Plastic? How about neither. These chic bags hold twice what a standard supermarket bag does, so the set of five carries a lot of bang for the buck. Recommended by: Green Picks

Bare Escentuals Get Started Kit $20 to $60 Why it's green: This SF Bay Area company creates mineral makeup that’s all-natural and makes your skin truly glow. Recommended by: Greenopia
Recycled Pure Malt Barrel Speakers $299 Why it's green: Who knew old whiskey barrels had excellent acoustic properties? Recommended by: The Daily Green

Vintage Record Bracelet Cuff $25 Why it's green: An old record was bent into shape to form this cool cuff. Recommended by: Greenopia
Nau Jean Jacket $165 Why it's green: Updated versions of the old standby for men and women, now in certified 100% organically grown cotton. The garment-washed denim is soft, but not acid- or stone-washed, which lowers its eco-footprint. Recommended by: Green Picks

Seed Savers Exchange Heirloom Sunflower Collections $13.50 Why it's green: Here comes the sun -- the sunflowers, that is. Enjoy getting down and dirty with heirloom seeds, which preserve the genetic diversity of the world's plants. Recommended by: Green Picks
Jimi Wallet Alternative $14 Why it's green: The perfect environmental solution to the leather wallet. Holds money, credit cards, you name it. Made of 100% recycled materials, and the company donates 1% of its sales to environmental initiatives. Recommended by: E-The Environmental Magazine

Levi’s Organic Jeans $58 to $245 Why it's green: Made with organic cotton, the “eco” collection of Levi’s jeans are available in a range of popular fits and sizes. Recommended by: Treehugger
Bee Hive $30 Why it's green: What's more buzz-worthy than bees that will help struggling families earn income through selling honey, beeswax, and pollen? Heifer International helps you make honey hip. Recommended by: Green Picks

Flip Flop Art $25 Why it's green: From Kenya’s Kiunga Marine National Reserve, this key chain, hair tie, and magnet set is handcrafted from flip flops that wash up on these beautiful shores. Recommended by: World Wildlife Fund
Earring of the Month Club $500 Why it's green: A new pair of wildlife-themed earrings each month = 12 ways to say “thanks” for conserving wildlife and wild places Recommended by: World Wildlife Fund

Passchal Man Bag $170 Why it's green: This sleek black shoulder bag for guys is made from recycled inner tubes, which makes use of tires that would otherwise clutter landfills. Comes with an interior light and is completely durable. Recommended by: E-The Environmental Magazine
Men's Nau Jack A-T Pants $110 Why it's green: Everybody benefits from these rugged work pants because the fabric is made of 100% organically grown cotton canvas. So it uses no synthetic pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, or defoliants. Recommended by: Green Picks

Women's Nau Urbane Jacket $248 Why it's green: Sophisticated yet casual, this jacket features 100% recycled face fabric using Teijin EcoCircle™ technology, a recycling system for polyester. So the coat can go back to create new fabrics. Recommended by: Green Picks
Vintage and Antique Jewelry $14 and up Why it's green: When you recycle and reuse, you’re reducing waste. Plus, one-of-a-kind pieces will set the wearer apart from the crowd. Recommended by: Greenopia

Del Forte Organic Denim $125 and up Why it's green: SF Bay Area designer Tiera Del Forte makes her jeans in the U.S. with organic denim and low-impact dyes, so no pesticides or harmful chemicals were used to make them. Recommended by: Greenopia

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