Archive for May, 2009

From Hong Kong (with love)

Ever head into a Russian Ice Box? No? Then you got to check out Balalaika in Hong Kong. Check out photos from Summer Rayne’s dinner with Levis.


Style, Naturally in Hong Kong!!!

Summer Rayne heads to Hong Kong and checks out her newly released book, “Style, Naturally: The Savvy Shopping Guide to Sustainable Fashion & Beauty,” at Page One Books.


the curious case of San Francisco

Check out Summer Rayne’s highlights from San Francisco: From the book launch party, to street art, crazy fairs, and best places to shop.


Positively Green hits the shelves

A new green magazine reminiscent of Organic Style hits the shelves called Positively Green. Check out Summer Rayne on the cover and the story of her travels.


Style, Naturally: San Francisco – 5.14.09

Style, Naturally unleashes the book party at Jurlique in San Francisco. Check out the bevy of guests who attended.


Oko-Model Summer Rayne Oakes in Brigitte Magazine

Oko-Model (Eco-Model) Summer Rayne Oakes highlighted in Germany’s Brigitte Magazine


High-end African design debuts in New York, NY

a.d. schwarz, the coveted Mozambican label designed by artisans and South African architect, Allan Schwarz, debuts in New York City May 2009.


Philippines hearts Style, Naturally

Style, Naturally makes the National Book Store’s “Must Read” list.


Fashion with a heart in Psychologies Magazine

Psychologies UK reviews Style, Naturally: The Savvy Shopping Guide to Sustainable Fashion & Beauty.


You give great T. (T-Shirt Designs that is).

Do you got some rad designs kicking around in your head? Why not submit them to Campus Progress’ tee-shirt design competition where you can win some kick ass prizes?


Blackbook’s Industry Insiders: A Billionaire, a tattoo-parlor owner, fitness maven and eco guru

Thriving in times of change, a group of successful strategists destined to make the most of the moment includes a knighted billionaire, a tattoo-parlor owner, a fitness maven and an eco guru.


We’re launching a.d. schwarz in New York!

Sustainable development meets sustainable design in the a.d. schwarz label. From deep in the heart of the Miombo forests of Mozambique, each high quality design is hand-wrought from beautiful, sustainably-harvested African wood.


Tonic’s 50 Most “Inwardly Beautiful” People

TONIC, the definitive resource for “positively good news,” unveils the “50 Most Inwardly Beautiful People:” Men, women and organizations who are embarking on positive social change and redefining the status quo.


Summer Rayne chats with Teens Turning Green

Teens Turning Green and Duchess Marden present Summer Rayne Oakes sharing style secrets and sustainable style stories at Project Green Prom Shop in Corte Madera this May 16, 2009.


It’s the girl in green

“Brains, beauty and a cause are quite the triple threat,” writes Dharm Makwana of 24 Hours. “[No doubt] Summer Rayne Oakes, widely considered the world’s first eco-model, has broadened the environmental movement using her striking image as the hook to draw people to her cause.”


Eco-Model has a value base

“Eco-Model” Summer Rayne Oakes article in the Vancouver Sun highlights her beginnings, her perspective on the fashion industry, and current environmental projects.


Yo Dona magazine “Celebrities verdes”

The “Celebrities verdes” issue of Spain’s Yo Dona Magazine.


zoe&zac popping up everywhere

Elle Magazine has some green shoe giveaways.


Celebrate 1 year of Linhardt Design + launch of a.d. schwarz

Mark your calendars for the one-year celebration of Linhardt Design and the launch of the a.d. schwarz collection JUNE 25, 2009 in New York, NY.


Vancouver, CA: The Greenest City?

Summer Rayne Oakes checks in from British Columbia to give a bit of the low-down on Vancouver’s biggest green festival, EPIC. See her speak at 1:00PM today on “The Art & Science of Creative Activism.”


Freaky Creature Photo: What is it?

Crazy creatures washed up on shore. Take a look at these photos and guess what it is.


The 5 Most Innovative Eco-friendly Fibers

The interest in sustainable fabrics is increasing despite the downturn in the economy. Stay on top of the trends and check out some of Summer Rayne’s picks for the Top 5 Most Innovative Eco-friendly Fibers.


Sneak peek at the summer ’09 styles for zoe&zac

Bright floral patterns and basic black flats mark some of the upcoming summer looks for the latest collection of zoe&zac.


Wanted: Super (cool) interns for the summer

SRO, llc opens up two new summer internship opportunities, including one focused on sustainable fashion – and another on climate change solutions. Find out how to apply.