This metallic, oversized tote by ecoist, recently made it's film debut in Sex and the City 2 as Samantha's companion. “We chose the Ecoist Silver Mega because the proportion is perfect, it went great with her look…it’s got a very glamorous look...” said Danny Santiago, Sex and the City Stylist.

It's amazing that something so stylish can be created from materials that would otherwise be sent to a landfill. Ecoist handbags, including the Mega Silver, are handcrafted from upcycled candy wrappers. Not only has Ecoist has saved over 15 million wrappers from being sent to the landfill, but they also plant a tree for each bag sold. And for a limited time, you can get $30 Off the Mega Silver + Free shipping when you use the code ECOSEXY at checkout!

Also, stay tuned for the start of Ecoist's Be A Stylist Sweepstakes for a chance to win an Ecoist Handbag Wardrobe valued at over $400!

Etsy Favs: I just recieved this green messenger bag by IraGrantEco as a gift, and I LOVE it! It is flawlessly hand-crafted from soft, moss-colored, organic canvas and is lined with 100% organic cotton twill printed with Mod Green Pod's Enchanted Forest. There are 2 deep pockets inside, a magnetic snap closure and an adjustable strap that allows it to transform from a cute shoulder bag to a cross-over messenger bag. I can't wait to start using it!

Ecoist is winding down a huge clearance sale - you can get up to 70% off select Ecoist handbags! The handbags shown above are just a few of the over 30 styles on sale. If you are looking for a unique gift idea, whether the recipient is eco-conscious or not, you should definitely check out Ecoist handbags. Each unique bag is a work-of-art, handcrafted from recycled wrappers and eco friendly materials. With up to 70% off and free shipping on orders over $100 - why not get started early on your holiday shopping? (Or buy yourself a gift - I'm seriously tempted!)

These super eco handbags by UrthBags are made from recycled magazine pages. Each green bag is one-of-a-kind displaying different images protected by salvaged plastic. All UrthBags are hand-crafted from recycled materials by Fair Trade Women's Organizations and Artisans - so when you purchase your UrthBag not only will you be helping to protect the planet, but you will be helping support under-privileged women world wide - what's better than that?

Etsy Favs: Handcrafted clutches and wristlets by EmmaGordonLondon - offers discounts for bridesmaid orders, custom color combinations and free shipping worldwide.

Looking for earth-friendly accessories for a day at the beach? With Summer nearly here, we'll all be looking for ways to stay cool while having some fun in the sun. Check out these must-have eco beach accessories...

Eco Sunglasses

Chic shades made from bamboo and sustainable wood.


1. Kayu Bamboo   2. iWood Style 314   3. iWood Boxy

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Eco Swimwear

Flirty swimsuits made from organic cotton and bamboo.


1. Tizi cut out swimsuit   2. Ruffled wrap bikini   3. Nadia ring bikini

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Eco Sandals

Airy sandals made from biodegradable rubber, organic cotton; and recycled P.E.T., EVA & tires.


1. Rafters Cloudbreak   2. Roxy Eden   3. Simple Stop Global Warming

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Eco Beach Bags

Roomy tote bags made from magazine pages, eco leather and sails.


1. Urth Bags Devon   2. Amy Kathryn Tuberose   3. Ella Vickers Green Grocery

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Simple Shoes is truly committed to making 100% sustainable shoes and bags. They are continually updating to more sustainable processes and materials such as organic cotton, hemp, cork, water-based glues, recycled inner tubes and car tires; and they measure their sustainability success for each product on a scale of good, better and best. The "best" category is comprised of their most sustainable shoes and bags and stands as a goal for the rest of their products.

A few of my Simple Shoes favs:

Simple Shoes - Layaway in Angel Eyes
These felted wool uppers are lined in certified organic cotton knit and have a coconut button accent, a layered natural crepe outsole, 100% post consumer paper pulp foot forms and are held together with water based cements. Sustainability: Best

Simple Shoes - Feedbag in Adriatic Blue
This hemp shoulder bag has a two-ply colored wool felt base on a jute body, wide jute straps and a certified 100% organic cotton webbing. Dimensions: 11.5 in x 9.75 in x 3.5 in. Sustainability: Best

Simple Shoes - Entire-Silk in Green
These silk uppers have certified organic cotton knit linings, Ortholite/recycled car tire pedbeds, recycled car tire outsoles, a vulcanized rubber sidewall and heelcap and 100% post consumer paper pulp foot forms. Sustainability: Better

Simple Shoes - Gumbo Hemp in Bubble Gum Stripe
These vegan friendly, sustainable hemp uppers have midsoles made of carpet padding, outsoles made of recycled car tire and natural rubber with jute; and are help together with lots of stitching and less than a thimble of water-based adhesives. Sustainability: Best

Simple Shoes - Blottoe Bag in Oil Green
This eco messenger bag is made from certified 100% organic cotton eyelet, metal zippers with PET bases and unfinished brass hardware. Sustainability: Best

Integrate solar power into your life on a small scale with an innovative eco bag. Noon Solar offers a collection of solar bags with a solar panel on the outside of each bag that is flexible, paper thin and is completely water and weather proofed. The solar panel charges a battery pack located inside the bag to supply solar power for cell phones or iPods, day or night. Just place the solar panel towards the sun to collect usable energy, even on cloudy or rainy days, and the battery pack will hold the sun's energy for several days. Noon Solar bags are made from biodegradable materials such as organic hemp and cotton fabric and naturally tanned leather and the solar panel and hardware can be removed and recycled or reused. The founders personally hand dye the organic materials with natural substances such as pomegranate and weld; and the leather is heavy metal free, and naturally tanned and dyed with sustainably harvested materials such as rhubarb and walnuts. View the Noon Solar bag collection.

Ecoist's recycled handbags are made from recycled, organic, or earth-friendly materials, and are manufactured through a network of fair trade partnerships around the world, AND they plant a tree for every single item sold. Check out their unique selection of recycled handbags and jewelry.