If you, someone you know or just someone who’s work you appreciate – creates incredible, sustainable home and gift pieces… LET US KNOW!  Green With Glamour is getting (lovingly) hounded by magazine editors for the best and brightest designs for Fall and Holiday… and we want to know about EVERYTHING that’s out there, so we can offer the best!

Send suggestions to pr@greenwithglamour.com and we’ll a serious look!  If you send third party designs – and your pieces are chosen… we’ll give you a written nod on the site.  Fun, right?!  BRING IT!!!

Ah spring. It has arrived. For us here in So Cal, it’s sunny and 80 and for our readers in the Midwest or East it’s a balmy 55 and rainy, but it’s welcome all the same. It’s inspiring me to freshen things up a bit. Buy a few new pieces to brighten up the wardrobe, make an appointment with my hair stylist for a sassy new cut and, of course, add a little pop to my cosmetics with some spring colors.

Josie Maran Cosmetics has a shadow and powder palette that will do just that. The Natural Wonder Powder Palette has five eye shadows, two blushes and a bronzing powder – after all, it’s never too early for a summer glow. The products are paraben free, not tested on animals and housed in a biodegradable case.

Natural Wonder Powder Palette

The cream blush might be a little much once the humid days of summer roll around, but I’m thinking it’ll be just perfect for that moisturized, dewy look over the next few months. And I’m also digging the toxin and petro-chemical free lip gloss in joie de vivre.

Cream Blush

A little joie de vivre!

You can get Josie Maran Cosmetics at a myriad of places, like their website and Sephora. So freshen up those winter colors and enjoy the lovely weather at your most fabulous.

Just a little love from an unexpectedly GWG magazine! In the April 2010 issue of Country Living, the Taj napkin by Hammocks & High Tea from Green With Glamour is chosen as one of their top 30 “eco-chic” picks for the home.

They truly are lovely napkins… great pick, CL!

Ah, the Taj… almost too pretty for food.

Check out other GWG/magazine love on our As Seen In page!

Take a peek inside the home of Deana Bracken, GWG’s president & creative director – featured on Apartment Therapy/Re-Nest!

Deana’s Vintage Glam Hilltop Cabin
Green House Call

Name: Deana Bracken, Interior designer and owner of Green With Glamour
Location: Silver Lake, Los Angeles

Moving from nearly 1800 square feet into under 600 square feet was a considerable design challenge, but the larger apartment was just too big for our needs. So this quirky, teeny 1923 hilltop cabin was a welcome change. Not only did the smaller space force me to purge many unnecessary furnishings that I had amassed over the years, but our energy use has taken a serious and glorious nose dive as well.

I would describe my personal style as vintage-glam-meets-mid-century-mod, with a dash of uptown bohemia (although I adore working with all styles for client projects—from craftsman to super sleek contemporary). My number one design inspiration is my grandmother. Her approach to living is a bit more formal than my own, but the way she makes elegance look easy has always spoken to me.

As for “green” elements, my primary focus is re-use, although I do like to trick out the surfaces with décor from Green With Glamour. Just about every element (furniture, lighting, rugs, pottery, even most of the artwork) in the house is second hand, including my grandmother’s massive 1971 Chesterfield sofa. I have had amazing luck finding thrift store gems on my many trips to Palm Springs. Whenever a vintage piece is in need of re-upholstery, I look to stylish, sustainable textile designers like Mod Green Pod and Rubie Green for gorgeous fabrics—and of course, my upholsterer works with kapok (upon request).

The bedding is organic cotton from West Elm. The headboard I made myself from a discarded hollow door, organic cotton batting and a wonderful hemp linen I found at Near Sea Naturals. I’m not big on window treatments (luckily the house is incredibly private), but I did fashion the “dining room” drapery from remnant silk and all of the paints are no or low-VOC.

When I first saw the house, every room was painted this horrible dusty pink, so that was clearly the first thing that had to go. Though I’m typically a big fan of boldly colored walls, the cabin is so small and weird, I opted for a bright, warm white for all walls with the exception of a half wall in the kitchen on which I used a metallic Ralph Lauren paint leftover from a design project.

However, I would say the greatest issue with this space is that it’s tiny. The bedroom is barely big enough to fit a queen sized bed (leaving only an 18″ path on one side), but luckily the built-in shelving and closet spaces are quite efficient… so the overall vibe of the room is quite cozy. The living/dining area and the kitchen are actually fairly spacious, so once I paired the furnishings down to only truly beloved pieces, everything seemed to fall perfectly into place. The bathroom is ridiculously small (including the shortest claw foot tub I’ve ever encountered). The walls are old and rough, so I upholstered them with a bold-patterned remnant fabric that covered all of the flaws and tried to keep every other element in the room clean and white as to not look “too much.” The kitchen has a very late 70s/early 80s vibe which actually works wonderfully with my vintage pottery, heirloom china and glassware collections… and the view is incredible. It actually makes doing dishes way less of a chore. The covered patio is one of my favorite spaces. The view goes on forever, it’s roomy enough for about 8-10 people to sit comfortably, but even better for romantic dinners for two.

We’re feeling the warm weather coming our way, so we diving right in with a cool, bright tank.   Turquoise is one of those colors that looks good on most everyone – and a flattering top… how can you go wrong?!  Enter Robert Rodriquez at Bergdorf Goodman versus Covet at Green With Glamour- or in more topical terms, $275 versus $27!

Luxe details, flattering cut, hand-washable…$27* (originally $99) by Covet at Green With Glamour.

Luxe details, flattering cut, dry-cleanable… $275 by Robert Rodriquez at Bergdorf Goodman.

Both lovely tops for sure, but $27 trumps $275 for us any day (well, at least in this economy)!

*$27 is with current %0% OFF promotion – use code TWT50 at check out for full discount.

My latest article for The Green Girls:

It’s no secret that I fancy a good example of the “Uptown Bohemian” look… be it a powder room, a handbag or a hotel lobby.  Well, take a look at this vintage image of the socialite “swan”, Gloria Vanderbilt.  Though GV certainly had her hand in the disco denim revolution of the 1970’s, let’s take a moment to celebrate this patchwork masterpiece!

A modern day Gloria Vanderbilt with son, Anderson Cooper.  Perhaps she’s moved past the patchwork, but the style still lingers!

We’ll be back to dish out more great eco-chic lifestyle posts after the new year.

HAVE A HAPPY & HEALTHY HOLIDAY SEASON!!!

From Naturally Savvy:

By now you most likely have your holiday ensemble ready and in order: your favorite Little Black Dress (LBD) from a few seasons back or maybe that brand-new (complete with price-tags) piece that you probably shouldn’t have splurged on—but it’s just so flattering, right? Now that the hard part is over, why not have some fun and pick up a piece or two of high-style-glam that adds to your current look and lasts long after the holidays have gone?

Gold Glendy earrings at Mercado Global, $48

Not only do these earrings benefit the village of San Pablo, Guatemala, but they have a beautiful Bohemian quality that works all year round! Imagine them peeking out from under your favorite winter hat, bringing a little glam to a cold, dreary day. As for the spring, tell us these don’t have “perfect compliment to vintage caftan” written all over them! If caftans aren’t your thing, how gorgeous would these be with a sleek summer dress?

Shimmery Remnant scarf by Popomomo, $48

This piece is funky, fun and surprisingly versatile! It is hand crafted from remnant materials, turning leftovers into a main dish! For the holidays, the classic girls can pair it with that beloved LBD or a man-tailored shirt and pencil skirt. So chic! The edgier gal can work it with a lace cami, ruffled mini and broad-shouldered blazer.

When the chill is long-gone, spice up your spring by adding this shiny number to a white tank, jeans and bright espadrille wedges during the day, and at night, match it with a black maxi dress and bejewelled flats for a look that’s so right.

Brazil heels by Olsen Haus, $250

You may think they’re a little pricy, but just think of how much mileage you’ll get out of these stunning shoes. By pioneering design effort, Olsen Haus have made Vegan shoes chic. These Brazils will turn heads for the holidays and on warm weather nights. Rock them with lace tights, ripped jeans and a slouchy sweater for the perfect downtown look this winter. Once the temperature starts to soar again, pair these knockouts with a bright, structured mini dress or Bermuda shorts and a girlie top.

Leather Ruffle Clutch by Refind Originals, $90

Talk about transitional. Crafted from all recycled leather, this clutch is feminine without the fuss. Large enough for all your essentials, but small enough to throw in your day bag if need be. Carry this clutch around this season with anything from a stylish pant suit or a fancy holiday dress & big gold earrings to leggings, ballet flats and an oversized tunic. Once that sun is shining bright again, picture it with an elegant white sheath dress and metallic flats, or as the ultimate compliment to a summer wedding ensemble.

Buy now and enjoy later… all fashion should deliver such longevity!

From Naturally Savvy:

By now you most likely have your holiday ensemble ready and in order: your favorite Little Black Dress (LBD) from a few seasons back or maybe that brand-new (complete with price-tags) piece that you probably shouldn’t have splurged on—but it’s just so flattering, right? Now that the hard part is over, why not have some fun and pick up a piece or two of high-style-glam that adds to your current look and lasts long after the holidays have gone?

Gold Glendy earrings at Mercado Global, $48

Not only do these earrings benefit the village of San Pablo, Guatemala, but they have a beautiful Bohemian quality that works all year round! Imagine them peeking out from under your favorite winter hat, bringing a little glam to a cold, dreary day. As for the spring, tell us these don’t have “perfect compliment to vintage caftan” written all over them! If caftans aren’t your thing, how gorgeous would these be with a sleek summer dress?

Shimmery Remnant scarf by Popomomo, $48

This piece is funky, fun and surprisingly versatile! It is hand crafted from remnant materials, turning leftovers into a main dish! For the holidays, the classic girls can pair it with that beloved LBD or a man-tailored shirt and pencil skirt. So chic! The edgier gal can work it with a lace cami, ruffled mini and broad-shouldered blazer.

When the chill is long-gone, spice up your spring by adding this shiny number to a white tank, jeans and bright espadrille wedges during the day, and at night, match it with a black maxi dress and bejewelled flats for a look that’s so right.

Brazil heels by Olsen Haus, $250

You may think they’re a little pricy, but just think of how much mileage you’ll get out of these stunning shoes. By pioneering design effort, Olsen Haus have made Vegan shoes chic. These Brazils will turn heads for the holidays and on warm weather nights. Rock them with lace tights, ripped jeans and a slouchy sweater for the perfect downtown look this winter. Once the temperature starts to soar again, pair these knockouts with a bright, structured mini dress or Bermuda shorts and a girlie top.

Leather Ruffle Clutch by Refind Originals, $90

Talk about transitional. Crafted from all recycled leather, this clutch is feminine without the fuss. Large enough for all your essentials, but small enough to throw in your day bag if need be. Carry this clutch around this season with anything from a stylish pant suit or a fancy holiday dress & big gold earrings to leggings, ballet flats and an oversized tunic. Once that sun is shining bright again, picture it with an elegant white sheath dress and metallic flats, or as the ultimate compliment to a summer wedding ensemble.

Buy now and enjoy later… all fashion should deliver such longevity!

We love Fish Lips recycled wrapping papers… and now, so does Real Simple!  They featured the “Ornamental” design in their current issue:

Created for that special time of year, but really stylish enough for all year round! Made from 100% post-consumer recycled paper, this is a perfect wrap for any occasion. Each roll is comprised of two 22″ x 33.75″ sheets.  $8

We love Fish Lips recycled wrapping papers… and now, so does Real Simple!  They featured the “Ornamental” design in their current issue:

Created for that special time of year, but really stylish enough for all year round! Made from 100% post-consumer recycled paper, this is a perfect wrap for any occasion. Each roll is comprised of two 22″ x 33.75″ sheets.  $8

Directly from White Apricot…

Popomomo Date with Ned Dress

Although we aren’t sure who Ned is, we are sure he’ll be thrilled when you show up in this black, strapless, hemp blend number. We love the racy red zipper up the back! $145 at www.greenwithglamour.com.

For the complete list – click here.

And btw… “Ned” is Nancy Drew’s boyfriend.  She was the inspiration for this collection.

Directly from White Apricot…

Popomomo Date with Ned Dress

Although we aren’t sure who Ned is, we are sure he’ll be thrilled when you show up in this black, strapless, hemp blend number. We love the racy red zipper up the back! $145 at www.greenwithglamour.com.

For the complete list – click here.

And btw… “Ned” is Nancy Drew’s boyfriend.  She was the inspiration for this collection.

This week Living GWG Beauty Editor, Sara Jones-Rust, traded lip gloss testing for wine tasting!

Over the weekend I had the pleasure of a private tasting at Foxen Winery in Santa Maria, CA. And by private, I mean while my husband and his crew were there shooting footage for their documentary before business hours, I was being thoroughly entertained by Foxen’s amazing staff and falling under the spell of their magical wines. Nothing like a 10 a.m. wine tasting!

Foxen is more than just a maker of fantastic wines, in August their main tasting room and winery became solar powered. A portion of their grapes are ‘dry farmed’ – which means they grow their grapes without irregation, hence saving water. I have lived in Southern CA for a little over two years now and I can say with certainty I’ve seen it rain about five times. So coming from Indiana where we grow a lot of things (ok, mostly corn) that is an amazing feat. Their main goal is to be sustainable in as many ways as they can and it shows in the way they produce their wine and the way they serve it. Plus the staff are such a fun bunch I want to go back every weekend to hang with them.

I can say that you will be happy buying anything from a Chenin Blanc to a Pinot Noir anywhere that Foxen distributes (Whole Foods seemed to be a popular place on their distributor list), but if you are in So. Cal you should absolutely treat yourself to a visit. Their new (solar powered) tasting room is lovely and dog friendly and The Shack – the second of their tasting rooms – is a quaint lovely stop. I could sit for hours on their patio sipping their marvelous wines.

And she answered!

It’s an amazing honor to be singled out by editor extraordinaire, Anna Griffin, as the home design expert for Coco Eco’s holiday gift giving… and our fearless leader, Deana Bracken, met the challenge.

When asked for her eco-stylish gift picks, Deana went for everything from high-end furniture pieces by PURE

to Vegan baked goods by Fakery

to edgy glass skulls by Esque Studio.

For the complete scoop… check out the current issue of Coco Eco, pages 124-125.  And then read the rest of the magazine – it’s a stunner!

Lisa, the lovely & oh-so-stylish editor of powerhouse fashion blog, Racked LA, attended the POPOMOMO Trunk Show last night at the Green With Glamour Pop Up Shop (after attended a day’s worth of other sales around town).  She checked out the collections, we chatted about the highs & lows of being professional and passionate shoppers… and then she wrote her review.  And I quote:

“Now THAT’s how you do a Pop Up… What makes this popup exceptional is the uniqueness of it: It’s a thoughtfully-curated collection of merchandise that you can’t get at a store down the street (yeah, we’re talking to YOU, J. Crew at Ron Herman).”

Wow.  I’m speechless (well, not really)… to have a revered pro like Lisa write such praise is truly awesome!  For her entire review – and to check out the other great stories at Racked LA, click here.

Bess’ tunic by POPOMOMO… one of my personal faves.

Lisa, the lovely & oh-so-stylish editor of powerhouse fashion blog, Racked LA, attended the POPOMOMO Trunk Show last night at the Green With Glamour Pop Up Shop (after attended a day’s worth of other sales around town).  She checked out the collections, we chatted about the highs & lows of being professional and passionate shoppers… and then she wrote her review.  And I quote:

“Now THAT’s how you do a Pop Up… What makes this popup exceptional is the uniqueness of it: It’s a thoughtfully-curated collection of merchandise that you can’t get at a store down the street (yeah, we’re talking to YOU, J. Crew at Ron Herman).”

Wow.  I’m speechless (well, not really)… to have a revered pro like Lisa write such praise is truly awesome!  For her entire review – and to check out the other great stories at Racked LA, click here.

Bess’ tunic by POPOMOMO… one of my personal faves.