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Why It's Good:
Lingerie is one of life's oft-overlooked little luxuries. On Valentine's or any day, what lies beneath can make you feel fabulous no matter what.
Why It's Green:
Much conventional lingerie is made of non-renewable, non-biodegradable fabric such as rayon, polyester, and nylon. The lingerie below is made from natural, sustainable fabrics such as bamboo, which is moisture-wicking; hemp, which is a soft, rapidly renewable, low-impact crop; and organic cotton, which was grown without the use of toxic pesticides and fertilizers. Our eco-lingerie picks are not only planet-friendly, but feel great against your skin.
Where To Get It:
For UK-based designers, be sure to order by very early February to ensure your overseas delivery arrives by Valentine’s Day. For C&C California, not all styles are shown on their website; contact off their site or click here to ask a store near you for more information. For Hanky Panky, organic thongs and lingerie wash are available through select retailers ; email customerservice@hankypanky.com for more information.
V-Day Lingerie: What Kind of Sexy Are You?
What’s in your lingerie drawer? If the answer is "granny panties," then read on. Yes, they're comfy and accommodating. But so is your refrigerator. Even if you’re feeling less than sexy these days under layers of winter gear, we've found some of the cutest knickers, camis, and jammies around—and with soft organic cotton and hemp/silk blends, there's no excuse not to ditch those battleship grays in favor of something fun and frisky. Since what you wear under there is a very personal style choice, we've got you covered with a great range to choose from. So go ahead, slip into something fabulous—just for you. (And check out our lingerie video; we think it's pretty cool and fun, as far as lingerie videos go!)
Girly-Girl: Enamore (pictured, left): Super-flirty bralettes, camis, chemises, and knickers adorned with lace trim and bows in colors that would make a French madam blush with delight. Handmade in the UK from hemp/silk, organic silk, and soya (yes, from soy beans) jersey. Bonus: Free garter belt with every set through April for Sprig readers. Quote "Sprig.com" in the notes area of the order form.
Cheeky-Chic: Green Knickers (pictured, top right): Ruffled panties with sweet side-tie bows and kelly green, er,
"Eat Organic" bikinis top our favorites in this hemp/silk, bamboo, and organic cotton line that's fair trade and handmade in UK. Bonus: Free Fair-Trade chocolates in recycled gift boxes with your Valentine's order.
Glamourpuss: Eco-Boudoir (pictured, middle right): Be the star of your boudoir with luxe dressing gowns, camis, hotpants, eye masks, throws, and cushions in a range of sustainable fabrics—bamboo, peace silk, and hemp/silk blends. Made in the UK with low-impact, water-based dyes.
English Rose: Luva Huva (pictured, bottom right): Sweetly demure, ruffled panties in whispery sheers and cheery prints, finished with dainty striped bows. Handmade in the UK from mill-end, remnant, and cut-off materials otherwise destined for the landfill.
Retro-Nostalgic: C&C California: Bring back the 80s with colorful rainbows, hippos, hearts, and ice-cream cones on organic cotton tanks, nighties, boy-shorts and pants.
Sexy & Saucy: Stella McCartney's new eco-friendly lingerie line hits upscale department stores and the designer's own boutiques in February—we haven't yet seen them in the flesh, so to speak, but early glimpses promise vintage and French-inspired sheer silk chiffon, organic cotton, and lacy sets in dreamy pinks, creams, and grays.
Ladylike: Rená Geneva Design: Richly detailed embroideries and lush hemp/silks are the hallmark of these over-and under-bust corsets.
Sporty Spicy: Peau Ethique: Perky, pretty organic cotton bra and panty sets in florals and deep-sea teal with a hint of embroidery. Fair trade, made in France.
Modern Love: Perfectly Imperfect: It's all clean, sweet simplicity in this line of organic cotton thongs, boy shorts, tanks, nighties, and camis in black and cream, with a hint of raspberry.
Minimalist Maven: Skin Lingerie: Skin carries a line of simply sleek organic cotton tanks and panties in nude and neutrals, plus a cozy cream robe.
S'Expressionist Vixen: League of Lovers and Thieves: Feathery clouds and all-out "Honesty" embellish these soft bamboo/organic cotton boy briefs.
Discreet Chic: Hanky Panky: These stretchy, nude organic cotton thongs are the most comfortable we've ever tried. Try their biodegradable lingerie wash for all your delicates.
Budget-Minded Babe: H&M: The low-price, high-fashion retailer channels Brigitte Bardot (flowered, lacy bra and panties) and Jennifer Beals (tank and boy shorts) alike in organic cotton. See website for stores.
