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Swapping is the latest trend to hit the shopping scene, allowing folks to trade in their old stuff for something new. Check out this post on the best sites for swapping everything from clothes to toys to video games.

Recycling clothes is a great way for frugal families to save money. Hand me downs, goodwill, consignment finds and garage sales make getting great clothes at a fraction of retail price easy. But what about those clothing items that seem to be permanently ruined or worn beyond repair. You can recycle them to. Here are a few ideas on how to do this.

You can recycle clothes, shoes and other textiles at a number of recycling banks and centres. Clothes that are in a reasonable condition can be donated to charity shops.

Great ways to reduce the amount of waste that goes into a landfill.

Released on Earth Day in an effort to promote greener living, these Limited Edition sneakers feature pearlescent green and blue accents along with images of our one and only planet Earth. Partial proceeds from the sale of each shoe benefits the Alliance for Climate Protection.

A fresh take on recycling is coming to all Barneys New York stores this spring.

Spring fashion is going green, and conscientious women have more to choose from than ever, from tunics to shorts, dresses, coats and more.

Today I would like to bring to your attention a company called Livity. I first came across this company via this article and looked a little closer into the company and liked what I saw. We have covered many different eco-friendly clothing companies here at Ecologicliving, but its all about spreading the word in hopes that someones next clothing choice will be a responsible one.

Until recently, there wasn't one person you could go to and ask about organic chefs, personal healers, celebrity eco-stylists, all-natural doulas, and psychics. Now, at least in Los Angeles, there is. The go-to guy among his friends and acquaintances for recommending innovative, quality services for them to try, Brian Mahan has spent years searching for such resources around the world. A few years ago it dawned on him that he could take this special expertise and turn it into a viable business as the Enlightened Concierge.

Going on vacation? This post will tell you how you can pack your luggage and still keep the environment in mind.

Luxe Lingerie: Look Better Than Naked: Get your booty in gorgeous gear just in time for Valentine's Day. You don't have to be a model to look like one in these eco-chic lingerie pieces. So tell us, do you think this video is sweet or silly, sophomoric or sophisticated?

Looking at the shocking pollution caused by cotton production - the biggest single user of pesticides in the world - and considering the health effects of the chemicals used, we ask whether we should switch to different fabrics altogether to protect the planet.

Information and links to resources about the benefits, history and economy of organic cotton. Good read.

Its that time of year again, and already in the news we are seeing people flooding retail stores for those low prices and great deals. There are some aspects of this season that question the whole idea, but there are also amazing stories of generosity, so I am not going to rant on everything that is wrong with the materialism of the holidays. So with that out of the way, if we are going to buy our loved ones gifts, why not do it responsibly and find a gift that will get that same great reaction while being a little more friendly to the earth?

Sure all the movie stars and music stars are starting to wear the latest green fashions, and you kinda roll your eyes at them, but it is great to see more and more fashion companies creating organic/ethical clothing. Clearly, what the the last North American needs is another piece of clothing, but if you are one of those people that has to have new clothes, then make the next purchase an organic or ethical one.