Green is the New Black: How to Save the World in Style

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Green is the New Black: How to Save the World in Style
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Tamsin Blanchard
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:288
Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129
Category/GenreEnvironmentalist thought and ideology
Consumer advice
ISBN/Barcode 9780340954317
ClassificationsDewey:381.45687
Audience
General
Illustrations Integrated mono illus. throughout

Publishing Details

Publisher Hodder & Stoughton
Imprint Hodder Paperback
Publication Date 10 July 2008
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Already loved and widely acclaimed by the fashion industry, GREEN IS THE NEW BLACK now has even more fantastic tips and ideas that make saving the world with style easy! From the truth about fast fashion to the best biodegradable shoes, from guilt-free spending sprees to the joys of swishing parties. With fashion secrets from celebrity friends, GREEN IS THE NEW BLACK is the chicest, greenest survival manual around. If you want to change the world, and your wardrobe, don t go shopping without it! Also includes: - High street heroes - Sustainable style - Creating your own - Ethical bling - Green holidays and much, much more...

Author Biography

Born in Liverpool, Tamsin Blanchard studied fashion journalism at St Martins College, and went on to work as fashion editor of the Independent and then style editor at The Observer. She is currently style director at the Telegraph Magazine. She lives in London with her partner Mark, their four-year-old daughter Sybilla, and a small Silkworm farm. She plans one day to knit her own silk scarf.

Reviews

'A must-read.' -- Vogue 'Tamsin's book is less about conscience-pricking, and more about saving the world with style.' -- Vanity Fair 'A fashion must-have for those keen to be green.' -- Daily Telegraph 'This is an excellent gift for anyone interested in going green in the chicest possible way.' -- Independent 'A must-read book.' -- Daily Mail 'Indispensable advice.' -- Natural Health and Beauty 'The beauty of this book is that it weaves green principles and fashion tips together in a lively, accessible way.' -- Cat Walk Queen 'An effortless read ... that motivates and inspires.' -- Plenty Magazine 'Stylish eco-warriors should read Green is the New Black.' -- ES Magazine 'A new green hero.' -- Sunday Times Style Magazine