This Friday, October 1, is World Vegetarian Day, which kicks off a whole month of veggie love. Even if you’re not up for going fully veg, incorporating meat-free recipes into your repertoire is great for a. the environment, b. your family’s health, and c. your wallet. Let me explain…

The environment. According to Tiffany Plate, aka, the Vegetarian Environmentalist, one pound of beef has...read more.

Ellu's colorful clutches, totes, and wristlets made with repurposed material and faux suede.

Renew Spa pampers its massage, nail, and facial clients with organic beauty products - for less money that you might thing.

Designer dresses are up for rental courtesy of Borrow a Dress Couture.

Want a warm and stylish coat made by seriously nice people? Take a look at Vaute Couture's new line of vegan and organic jackets.

Julia Failey designs whimsical, elegant jewelry using recycled metals and responsibly sourced diamonds.

Attendees of this Evanston workshop learned how to make their own beauty products using common household ingredients.

Looking for some new wheels? Try a community bike swap, like this one going down in Arlington Heights.