With trends embracing more eco-friendly fabrics and production processes in general, many in the fashion industry, both in Miami and beyond, are taking a greener approach to their businesses. Dawn Oliver of locally based yogawear company Yogiiza (1819 West Ave., Bay 2, Miami Beach, 305-397-8930) is committed to sourcing cottons, fabrics, and sewing in America, where they can personally verify standards and keep a lower carbon footprint. She sees Yogiiza as more of a lifestyle than just a clothing line. “We set ourselves as an example and resource [of] a healthy yoga lifestyle,” she says. Adds Stacy Josloff, designer of swimwear line Inca (Pure Therapy, W Hotel South Beach, 2201 Collins Ave., 305-938-3148), “One of the biggest reasons anyone lives in Miami is the ability to live outdoors year-round. Miami’s hot summers and mild winters make wearing eco-friendly fashion so much more realistic than colder environments. We’re lucky textiles like organic cotton, silk, and linen work here any time of year.”

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