Marni is turning trash into treasure in its quirky new capsule collection. The Italian fashion house has released a tote bag, hat, and bib necklace embellished with recycled plastic rosettes. The small eco-conscious collection is part of Runway to Green, an initiative which challenges high-end designers to create apparel and accessories from eco-friendly products.
I’m sure these unusual accessories will polarize fashionistas, but isn’t that what the very best fashion does? These green goodies push the fashion envelope and, best of all, they do it without creating a massive carbon footprint. Whether you love or loathe them, that innovative green approach design has to be admired.
I don’t admire the prices though. Clearly we’re not getting any discounts because Marni’s using recycled materials. The bib necklace will set you back $420, the tote costs $1020, and the hat is the most expensive of the lot at $1055. Ouch! At least that money will benefit charity rather than lining Marni’s already full pockets.
As with all Runway to Green products, proceeds will be distributed amongst Conservation International, Central Park Conservancy, the National Resources Defense Council, and Oceana. If you’re still keen you can pick up Marni’s unusual new accessories through Net-A-Porter.
