Big hugs to Chicago Magazine for putting us up there with the big guys! Check out more about the Vaute Coat (also available in Black, Ivory, and Gray- blue is almost soldout), if you’d like!
warmest,
All you need is love. Singer Neko Case adopted her ex-racing Greyhounds.
A bittersweet news alert- the Dairyland Racetrack closes in Kenosha Wisconsin, officially on December 31st of this year.
We all know racing greyhounds don’t get the love, care, or family that they deserve so moving forward this is a victory, but for right now, we have a massive task at hand as hundreds will need to find homes or foster homes before the end of the year. These sweet sweet dogs spend most of their lives in cages, so they’ll be grateful for a loving home and a warm bed!
PLEASE CONSIDER ADOPTING (click here)!
and SPREAD THE WORD!
To adopt, donate, or help with adoptions/transportations call the Greyhound Pets of America Wisconsin team at: (414) 299-9473 or visit www.GPAwisconsin.org
The Simpsons love their ex-racing greyhound… so does singer songwriter Neko Case (left)– maybe you’re next for a fast and furless friend?
warmest,
Flew in for the HSUS Fashion Awards with Joshua Kachter (the Discerning Brute), my girl Jodi Taylor (above), Michael Parrish Dudell (Ecorazzi & VegDaily), and vegan shoe designer Elizabeth Olsen. We enjoyed some Nigel Barker, Wayne Pacelle (HSUS President), and the lovely pieces from finalists all over the country… (speaking of which, Kelly Prin, if you’d care to stop impersonating my Chi-town girl Kelly Brinn the REAL finalist, I’d appreciate it! *wink*)
Ahhh vegan NYC food. I just could not get enough. (Though my wallet begged me!) Nor did I make it to even half the stops on my list, which btw definitely grew by the minute. (Um- a mostly vegan sushi place? Hello! My dreams called, said so happy to come true! Nate called and said- bring some home in your suitcase!) But I did enjoy very much the BBQ tempeh and sweet potato sandwich at Candle Cafe, a biscuits with strawberries & cream at Babycakes (above), incredible Chocolate Cake Donuts from Vegan Treats (thanks Andy!), and a late night array at Food Swings (above) with my hosts with the mosts.
And the NY League of Humane Voters Gala! An inspiring night filled with those speaking up for animals in NYC with their voices and their votes. Founded by John Phillips, brought together politicians, lawyers, activists, and artists to celebrate advocating for animals together, including some of my favorite people… Meredith Turner of the Farm Sanctuary, Ali Berman of Livin’ Veg, Chloe Jo Berman of the GirlieGirlArmy, and so many more. And the food? Gosh, don’t make me blush!
So the tee shirt is true!? I really do heart NYC!
warmest,
Ford Model Madison backstage in hair & makeup. Photo by Chad Smith
Gorgeous Lindsay gets ready. Photo by Chad Smith
the Vaute Coat in Recycled on Alexis. Designed to retain heat with a windproof liner. Photo by Chad Smith
The Vaute Coat in Recycled Black. Available at VauteCouture.com, Recycled Shell & 100% Recycled Liner with Tagua Nut Buttons. Inspired by the artwork of Brooke Hagel. Photo by Chad Smith.
the Bomono in Blue. $506, available at VauteCouture.com. Boots by Kaila Footwear (KailiaFootwear.com) Photo by Chad Smith
Tailed jacked from the Birds & Bloom Couture Collection. Couture team includes Julianna Luther & Cecca Morrone on this piece. Shoes by Kailia- KailiaFootwear.com Photo by Chad Smith
Handpainted Hemp Tailed Jacket Couture Piece made from leftover fabric from my 8 months of research. Price upon request. Photo by Chad Smith
Hemp Herringbone Winged Romper from the Birds & Bloom Couture Collection. Couture team on this piece includes Julianna Luther and Cecca Morrone. Photo by Chad Smith.
Handpainted Winged Racerback on Organic Cotton from the Birds & Bloom Couture Collection. Couture team includes Julianna Luther & Cecca Morrone on this piece. Photo by Chad Smith. Shoes by Mohop (mohop.com.)
Hey! It's me-in a vintage dress that was in need of a shortening. Photo by Chad Smith
Bianca & Michael of Conscious Living, the hosts of Vert Couture! Photo by Chad Smith
Thanks to every one who came out! It was so fun to see you and hang with other eco-designers of Chicago… Mohop Vegan & Eco Shoe Designer Annie Mohaupt, Mountains of the Moon’s Melissa Baswell, Frei Designs’ Annie Novotny, and also see the fabulous new FW09 vegan shoe designs from Kaila Footwear.
Unfortunately, I didn’t get a chance to grab any (boo!!) but did hear tales of the amazing vegan appetizers from the always incredible all vegan Balanced Kitchen !! So sad- well I guess I have to wait for the opening of their newest location- the Great Taste Cafe! Slated to open this week, yay, can’t wait!!! Also thanks to Colori Eco-Paint Boutique for the super cute gift bags! I know my family loved that. 
And OF COURSE! Lots of love and thanks to the super wonderful Michael & Bianca Alexander of Conscious Living TV and the City of Chicago for putting on Chicago’s first ever all eco-fashion show at Chicago Fashion Week! Looking forward to many more!
xoxo warmest,