Sexy. Sustainable. Summer.

Cool looks to get you ready for warmer weather.

April 10, 2010 at 8:00AM by Starre Vartan | comment

The Convertible Jumper can be worn like this, or as a strapless top (shown below) or several other ways.

I had a lovely evening last night at the Ethical Fashion Forum meetup in NYC. Hosted by the one-and-only Bahar Shahpar, I had some great discussions (some of which I'll be following up on in a future post). I also had the chance to chat with Auralis Herrero-Lugo, whose Summer collection (the eponymous Auralis) is gorgeous, ubersexy, and fabulously contrasty in black and white materials.

This is a close-up of the Convertible Jumper also shown above, with the straps converted to a strapless top.

Speaking of which, "Auralis studied the texture and techniques of Puerto Rican painter Angel Otero's work. His bobbin lace (mundillo-like) textures led Auralis to incorporate hemp gauze, organic cotton dobby and jersey in to her collection."

The Flirty dress lives up to it's name with a prettily tiered skirt, and superlowcut bodice that might look revealing now, but will be just right during the steamiest Summer days. Made from a hemp/organic cotton mix dobby.

Auralis hopes to get into denim and would ideally like to work with farmers to "help promote organic agriculture in Puerto Rico." I can't wait to see what this designer who is so attuned to cut and draping can do with denim!

The Asymmetrical top is one of those pieces that will go with so many other pieces. Skinny jeans or leggings, a mini skirt, or shorts. Made from a bamboo/organic cotton mix.

This post was previously published on Eco-Chick, and is reprinted with permission. More from Eco-Chick:
Amazing Art Made from Recycled Clothing
Gorgeous Recycled Mosaic Art
Pacifica Perfume: Sustainable, Socially Responsible Scents to Savor
An Ode to My Rock ‘n Roll Skirt: Remake/Remodel from Zachary’s Smile
Eco-Chic Decor from Bacchus-Inspired Aesthetics

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