Go Green For the Holidays - Women's Holiday Eco-Gift Guide

1. SIGG Wheels of Karma 20 oz, SIGG, $21.99silver jasmine bough with bright splashes of color
One of my favorite holiday traditions is caroling. Thisfrom interwoven organic cotton thread. $80 from
20 oz bottle is the perfect size for bringing hotUncommon Goods
chocolate along (and would also keep cold hands6. Bamboo iPhone Case, Incase, $34.95
warm). For the rest of the year, it's great forSave a clumsy friend from an iPhone funeral with this
everyday use. SIGG bottles are made out ofiPhone case. Made of 40% reclaimed materials, this
aluminum so they won't leak harsh chemicals andbamboo slider case offers the same protection as
they're easy to wash. Plus, don't worry if you loseIncase's original slider case with less impact. Offered
the cap or want a carabineer for you bottle - extrain natural colors, these lightly textured cases are
accessories are also available online. $21.99 fromlightweight and won't impede access to the phone.
SIGG.Fits the iPhone 3G S and iPhone 3G. $34.95 from
2. Three Lavish Layers of Lip Balm, Rosebud PerfumeIncase.
Co, $16.007. Tarte Cheek Stain, Tarte, $30
Give a gift that will keep lips soft and protectedAchieve a "just in from the cold" glow all the time
through a chilly winter. Rosebud Perfume Co's threewith Tarte's cheek stain. Dab on to cheeks to get a
best-selling salves in strawberry, rosebud and mintednatural flush while moisturizing ingredients soften skin.
rose scents come in a pretty vintage tin. Rest easyI like "Blissful", a warm pink for everyday use or
knowing these lightly scented balms contain no"Tipsy" for a shimmery party look. Contains no
parabens, sulfates, GMOS or other harmful toxins andharmful chemicals. $30 from Tarte.
are not tested on animals. $16 from Sephora.8. Recycled Pages Journal, $8, This journal, made of
3. Borges Cordones, TOMS Shoes, $79.00recycled paper, is a great place to write holiday
Make a green statement with these silver shoes!memories. Unlike most recycled paper notebooks, this
These sleek, comfortable sneakers will certainly add anotebook contains pages that have not gone through
little sparkle to any holiday wardrobe. Like all TOMSany sort of processing - each page is from an
shoes, they have a durable rubber outside and plentyunwanted book. Don't worry, there is still plenty of
of arch and heel support. And, like all TOMS shoes,blank space for writing and doodling. $8 from Laura
TOMS will donate a pair of shoes to a child in needPrentice Wennstrom.
whenever a pair is purchased. $70 from TOMS Shoes.9. Babycakes: The Cookbook, $12.96, Amazon
4. Tote Bag, Chic Earth on Etsy, $15.00One of the best holiday traditions is baking - the
I love reusable bags but hate the hideous kind myscent of gingerbread cookies or magic bars is always
grocery store carries. These adorable reusable bagsa reminder of the holidays. But, if you are a vegan or
are proof that you don't have to settle for aif you have a gluten-allergy, the holidays can be
reusable bag with a giant sports team logo boughtwrought with tempting items that you can't eat. This
from your local grocery store. Shop in style withcookbook from Babycakes Bakery in New York City
these whimsical bags, which come in a variety of chiccontains delicious of the best gluten-free, vegan
patterns with natural and floral themes. Lined withrecipes that everyone can enjoy. $12.96 from
organic cotton canvas, these bags will brighten anyBabycakes NYC.
trip to the store. For an additional $8, you can add a10. Apple Containers, $9.95
magnetic closure or pockets, turning this tote into aMade of 100% plastic, these darling apple containers
perfect everyday bag. $15.00 from ChicEarth.are perfect for toting holiday cookies to friends'
5. Jasmine Woven Earrings from Uncommon Goods,houses. Or, use them as a jewelry bowl on your
$80.00dresser. When you buy one set, will fund 1% of a
These delicate earrings, inspired by tapestry hangingmammogram - eco-friendly and cancer fighting! $9.
in artist Maja Rose's apartment, combine a detailed