Environmentally Friendly Handbags

Salvatore Ferragamo has furthered its committment to environmentally-friendly causes with its Spring 2009 collection. The brand is launching Eco Ferragamo, a full line of bags created using a new ecologically-friendly tanning process. While most tanning processes involve the use of metal and result in the creation of pollutants, Ferragamo's exclusive technique creates biodegradable, water-resistant skins dyed using tannins taken from tree bark. The entire procedure is certified by the German institute SG - Mark, which ensures that no environmentally harmful substances have been used on the materials. The Eco Ferragamo line includes five hemp-lined styles, including a small tote, handbags and a maxi hobo in several different colors. Prices will range from $1,190 to $1,890, and the merchandise will appear in stores this February.

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Ferragamo Gets Dirty, Sexy, Money

ABC show to feature fashion show in an episode

If Michael Kors' appearance on Gossip Girl wasn't enough fashion on prime time to satisfy, take note: an upcoming Dirty Sexy Money episode will feature a Ferragamo fashion show. The short synopsis: while the Darlings are away for a Thanksgiving holiday, Letitia (played by Jill Clayburn) holds a fashion show at the Darling mansion. Television drama ensues, naturally. As far as the fashion--don't hold your breath for never-before-seen pieces. The show called for a spring collection, and as the show was shot back in June, the collection used was Ferragamo's Spring 2008 offerings. The episode will air November 26 at 10 p.m. EST on ABC.

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