Cycle Chic is an absolute gem of a site for women who love cycling as much as they love fashion, proving beyond any doubt that the two interests are far from incompatible.

The site is split into five sections that are a pleasure to browse: they include cycle fashion and bike tips and advice. You'll find all sorts of useful advice here on how to cycle safely and stylishly in an urban environment, with everything from safe road positioning to where to find a stylish second-hand bike. With the likes of Paris Hilton, Chloe Sevigny, Agnes Deyn et al posing with their designer bikes, cycling seems to be girlier and more glam than ever, so this site could not be better timed. [via Treehugger]

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I've only spotted Katharine Hamnett's new 'Save the Sea' tees on guys so far, but Dakota Johnson (daughter of Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson) has posed as a stylish reminder to us that the top is available in women's sizes, too.

So, ladies, here's one way to show your support for the body of water that makes up about two thirds of our planet while looking seriously cool -- if not quite as youthful and drop-dead gorgeous as Ms. Johnson. The point is, the proceeds go towards the great work being done by the Environmental Justice Foundation so by all means buy one and put it on your dog if you're so inclinced...

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Since I've been editing hippyshopper, I've been amazed to discover how many safe and non-toxic everyday substances work wonders around the house, and are more than sufficient for the jobs we tend to give use harsh chemicals for.

I thought I'd already got the set, but then I discovered another un-sung wonder substance: soda water. Read on after the jump to discover its hidden powers...

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This week's eBay picks is a mixed bag, the colourful belt might be a bit OTT for most people, but the bakelite bangle will add a quirky vintage touch to any outfit. The '80s jumpsuit is surprsingly versatile and will look good accessorised with a chunky belt. Finally, I'm loving the early '80s style exemplified by This Is England and Esser's new video, so get the look with these authentic Bass Weejun loafers. Full product links after the jump.

It's become my mission to test out every single organic facewash going (hey, we all need an ambition in life) and am happy to say that people seem eager to aid me in this quest. This week, I was sent a sample of Purely organic lavender and palmarosa face wash by Edible Beauty, and have just put it through the 'mascara test' to see how well it copes with removing makeup.

My verdict: this is a natural cleanser containing no parabes or SLS, so I was impressed with how quickly it lathered up. The scent is fresh and floral, and as soon as it hits the skin, you can tell it's a very mild product.

Read on for the rest of the review

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In an age of hybrid sports cars, chichi organic delis and eco-chic fashion, it's easy to get into the mindset that being green is a luxury that only a privilidged few can enjoy.

But now the term 'credit crunch' has made it into the OED, we're all starting to take this money-saving lark a bit more seriously -- and it's more important than ever to remember that before it was cool to go green, people did so at very little expense. Now, a new book from Friends of the Earth aims to bring us all back down to earth...

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Anti-fur protesters in Italy have launched an online petition to make sure that Pope Benedict knows a direct line to the divine does not make it OK to wear fur.

The pontiff has been seen out and about in what looks much like a papal santa suit, causing over 2,260 signatories to show their displeasure. "The pope has often talked about protecting the environment and we are asking that he acknowledges that animals, as God's creation, also deserve respect," said Lorenzo Croce, head of the Italian campaign.

I've been looking out for somewhere to buy Simple shoes in the UK for ages, so was over the moon when a decent-sized selection of them cropped up over at The Natural Store.

The range includes the very versatile-looking 'Sugar' hemp sneaker which is partly made from rubber 'playground ball' (sounds fun, doesn't it?) and the funky flip-flops, which are mostly made from molded cork. Look out for more designs, as this company rocks!

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You might see sharks as terrifying, man-eating beasts, but Lush and marine conservation activists Sea Shepherd are asking you to put aside your fears and spare a thought for the 100,000,000 sharks a year being killed for their fins, flesh, cartilage and oils. In particular, they want to prevent the opening of a dedicated finfish fishery on the Great Barrier Reef, due to open next month.

Read on to find out what you can do to help

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It was reported today that sales of organic food are in decline for the first time in years, and consumers are complaining that many foods sold as 'eco-friendly' - particularly those sold in premium food 'emporiums' like Whole Foods Market - are simply too expensive.

This got me to thinking on how else the current economic climate could affect our shopping habits, and whether we'll see a return to buying cheaper, less healthy and less ethically-produced food. But my hunch is that it need not: there are ways to eat organic all year round without visiting any posh delis: growing your own, for example, or ordering in a veggie box to make a week's worth of nutritious organic meals. And for non-food products, buying green is often a big money saver: greener gadgets invariably result in lower energy use, for example. But are we prepared to put in the effort when you can buy intensively-farmed chickent for a couple of quid? Yay or nay.

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Nigel is offering a generous holiday gift for the rest of August, in the form of 10% off the price of anything on the site.

I hardly need to tell you how much great eco stuff there is to be found in the store, but you might want to check out in particular these hot pink fairtrade sneakers, solar powered shaver and the mini fridge. If you'd like to save some pennies with your purchases, simply enter the code ECOAUG in the checkout when purchasing. Thanks Nige!

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The fight against global warming is being fought (literally) at our doorsteps, with new solutions to plastic milk bottles being thought up all the time, addressing our perculiar attachment to cow juice. First it was milk in a bag, and now a cardboard bottle has been designed to replace the sturdy plastic sort, resulting in an apparent 48 per cent 'lower carbon footprint'. The bottles, which are also easier to recycle than plastic ones, will initially be trialled at Asda in Lowestoft.

Of course, it could be argued that dairy farming is already such a big contributor to this country's C02 emissions that this is small improvement, but I don't see small steps forward as a bad thing (and until they develop a decent-tasting vegan cheese, will not be giving up milk for anything!)

[Via EcoFriend]

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Eco designer extraordinaire Katharine Hamnett has turned the focus of her attention to the aquatic world with her latest collection (well, 'slogan'), which bears the legend 'Save the Sea'.

"We get 98% of our oxygen from the sea; the sea is dying because of pollution and environmental degradation", warns Hamnett, who has created the new range of oversized (it's an '80s thing) tops in association with the Environmental Justice Foundation's campaign against a practice called pirate fishing, which I'm sad to say involves neither dressing up or Johnny Depp.

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Before you say anything, no these aren't actually shoes that you can wear on your feet, but they are pretty cool aren't they? They are ornaments for your home, made from sustainable greenery. So even though you can't wear them, they will make your home look a treat. And as they sit (stand?) there on your mantelpiece, they might just serve as a daily reminder to think about how green your shoes really are... [via Shoewawa]

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Hurrah! New shoes for Autumn are in from Beyond Skin, and very stylish they are too, borrowing just a little from the high-fashion world of Christian Louboutin with their two-tone 'statement' heels.

Pictured here is Hazel, a canvas and vegan PVC shoe that will go down a storm with next season's pencil skirts. As ever, they're not cheap. But who wants to wear throwaway shoes? Available now at Fashion Conscience at £158. [Via Shoewawa]

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