Fashion Conscience Autumn '08 Ethical clothing has never been more relevant than it is today. The main problem is knowing where to go to find good, chic ethical items. Here is a peek at what to expect this Autumn.

You thought you'd seen them all: Reusable shopping bags that practically every retailer sells now — but you have another option.
its-laS-tik reusable bags ($14) are green, stylish, and bouncy.
Bouncy?

Green life. Green style. Is this your motto?

Ecco Domani has just added some green power to their
Fashion Foundation by adding a sustainable design award to its existing program.
“The fashion industry as a whole is taking an important step towards eco-conscious design and production. Through this new award we are proud to acknowledge those emerging designers who are using their talent to make a difference in the world in which we live”
, said David Bowman, senior director of marketing at Ecco Domani Wines.
Green With Glamour, a fabulous eco-conscious site, is providing
deep discounts you don't want to miss out on. In the eight pages, you'll find scarf tops, wooden jewels, and sexy dresses, all eco-friendly.
I'm drawn to this
Sublet Clothing Natural Alison Dress ($146, originally $243), not only because it's made of organic cotton and bamboo, but because it's super stylin'.

Some slogans are painfully cheesy and some are downright brilliant. Guess which category this
Dogeared Canvas Bag ($23) fits into? Ding, ding, ding.

It may have a serious name, but
The Battalion, designed by stylish sisters Chrys and Linda Wong, is actually quite approachable. The women's contemporary line specializes in comfort knits and jerseys, which feel good on the skin and are equally good for the environment; 95 percent of the collection is made from certified organically grown bamboo and cotton. Besides ruffle details, you'll find crisp coats, cropped vests, and interesting jersey dresses.

Husband and wife team Ashley Lowengrub and Dara Gerson have joined hands in more ways than one. Besides being married, the duo has also devised a stylish way of saving the planet. Their
sustainable jewelry line dubbed Alkemie is made from 100 percent reclaimed metals.

I'm all about recycling and saving the planet but do you think the trend has churned it's way into becoming a profit-making machine? Take for instance, this
Beau Soleil Canvas Pouch ($18). The description doesn't mention anything about it being green and though it's not expensive, do you think it's a sham?