FOR ME, sustainability thus far has meant that my favorite Balenciaga pants will withstand my rugged NYC lifestyle and last forever, but yesterday was a lesson in what it means larger scale, at a multi-line runway presentation of organic designers, set off by New York's own, Ekovaruhuset. It was great to see so many designers come together for a common cause, and even better to see that their designs can defy the myth of organic-as-hippie with some cool clothes. Fashion is catching on with the trend, and the importance of thinking about sustainability, as seen by the runway presentation earlier in the week that included organic wares from the likes of Marc Jacobs, Maison Martin Margiela, and scores of others. For more from these organic designers, check out the Ekovaruhuset store at 123 Ludlow St. in the LES. --J.R.

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