The Large Beetle Bag is the Critics' Choice

English Retreads is on its way to becoming one of Hollywood's favorite eco-friendly fashion companies! Known for their vintage handbags and accessories, English Retreads is making a bold fashion statement by using 100% recycled materials from reclaimed truck inner tubes.

English Retreads has announced that they will be a part of the 14th Annual Critics' Choice Awards gift bag for the second year in a row! This year's gift bag will include the Large Beetle bag, which will be received by some of the hottest television stars and celebrities! Join the celebrities and fashionistas in having one of Hollywood's hottest by purchasing your own Large Beetle bag!

Michelle Obama is One of People's Best Dressed!

People Magazine just released their Top Ten Best Dressed List. Guess who made the cut? Michelle Obama!

People's Style Editor Clarissa Cruz says, "She has a look. She works it with confidence, and she knows what looks good on her."

Also on the list are Anne Hathaway, Kate Hudson, Heidi Klum, Eva Mendes, Sarah Jessica Parker, Rihanna, Gwyneth Paltrow, Charlize Theron, and Fergie. Yes, Fergie.

We can see why Michelle made it on the list. Just look at that necklace! In honor of Michelle Obama, we have dubbed this necklace the "Michelle Necklace." Get a fair trade version of her necklace at Hybridity!

- KT

Halle Berry Loves to Barack Her Bracelets

We recently posted on Halle Berry and the engagement rumors that sparked after she was photographed wearing a ring on her finger along with some beaded bracelets. Now Halle is seen making another statement when she was photographed wearing a "Barack the Vote" t-shirt and rocking her beaded bracelets once again. Halle really knows how to send a message!

Rock the vote and purchase a fair trade version of her beaded bracelets at Hybridity!

- KT
Photo courtesy of Fame Pictures

Hilary Duff is a Trendsetting Jetsetter

As noted earlier, scarves on purses is the new celebrity way to make your summer handbag into something fresh for the fall. It looks like Hilary Duff was one of the first to catch on to this trend!

Spotted back in April arriving at LAX airport with her boyfriend, Hilary was photographed carrying her Goyard handbag. She added some fun to her bag by tying one of her own printed scarves around a handle.

Get a fair trade scarf from Hybridity to spice up your summer handbag. We bet you'll be one of the first at school to wear this subtle trend.

- KT
Photo courtesy of GABO/MO/Miller; Bauer Griffin

Fall Fashion Trend: Autumn Hues

Just in time for the season, designers are putting out their fall collection and showing a lot of pretty autumn hues. Charmeuse and merino are just a couple of the favorites. Wear these colors alone to make a bold statement.

With the impeccable details seen in these specific fall pieces, there is no need for accessories! Look closely at these pictures and you'll see why.

- KT
Photo courtesy of Maria Valentino/MCV Photo

Fall Fashion Trend: Florals

Floral prints seem to be showing up everywhere these days! But this time they're more POW! in your face than the normal delicate flower print we're used to seeing.

Mix and match your flower prints with a bold, statement necklace. But don't add too much color to these strong florals! Pair them with solids from your own closet to balance out your outfit.

Solid, prints, and florals! Get them all sweat-shop free from Hybridity!

- KT
Photo courtesy of Maria Valentino/MCV Photo

Fall Fashion Trend: Fuller Skirts

Another one of this season's fashion trends is fuller skirts. Dressed up or down, a fuller skirt gives you more volume, which means more twirl for your buck! Throw in a cropped jacket or a simple cardigan to add some warmth to your outfit while you're walking down the street, enjoying the changing colors of falling leaves.

Get one of fall's key items by purchasing a fair trade fuller skirt at Hybridity!

- KT
Photo courtesy of InStyle

Fall Fashion Trend: Printed Dresses

The printed dress is one of this season's key items to have in your closet. With a looser fit and a flirty twist to it, this dress can be easily transitioned from summer to fall by adding a tailored jacket or long cardigan with a skinny belt wrapped around the waist.

Step into fall looking fab in this fair trade printed dress from Hybridity!

- KT
Photo courtesy of Time Inc. Digital Studio

Celebrity Trend: Scarves on Purses

Trend alert! Celebrity beauties Heidi Montag, Jennifer Aniston, and Eva Longoria Parker all turn their ordinary handbags into extraordinary accessories by adding a colorful scarf from their own closets. These women show us simple it is to spice up an old handbag.

Turn your summer handbag into your fall sidekick by adding a fair trade scarf from Hybridity to your purse!

- KT
Photos courtesy of Kushner/INF;Tom Vickers/Splash News;Eliot/Bauer-Griffin

Carrie Bradshaw is a Wonder Woman

Sex and the City's Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker) channels her inner Wonder Woman by wearing a bold set of gold bracelets as she locks eyes with her future husband, Big (Chris Noth). From a scene in the movie, Carrie shows her love for her golden boy and golden bracelets.

Don't forget to pick up a copy of the Sex and the City Movie out on DVD September 23rd!

Show your power at work and school. Get Carrie's look by stacking two gold bracelets from Hybridity!

- KT
Photo courtesy of Craig Blankenhorn / New Line Cinema

Halle Berry Sparks Some Rumors

Halle Berry looks adorable while returning from lunch at LA hot spot Ketchup. The actress sparked some engagement rumors when she was photographed wearing a ring on her wedding finger.

Purchase a fair trade version of Halle's doctor bag and beaded bracelets at Hybridity to spark some rumors on where you got your accessories!

- KT
Photo courtesy of Fame Pictures

There's Something About Cameron

Cameron Diaz did the sweetest thing when she came across an injured German shepherd near her home. She brought the rescued dog into her home and took care of it by giving it some food, water, and TLC. The owner came for the dog shortly after Cameron's assistant posted a "found German shepherd" sign.

The German shepherd was treated at a vet after the owner picked it up. Diaz even made time to stop by the vet and check up on the neighborhood dog.

There's something about Cameron that makes her one of the most likable celebrities in Hollywood. Maybe it's her mix of looking good while doing good? Get a fair trade version of Cameron's stretch cord top at Hybridity!

-KT
Photo courtesy of Fame Pictures

Ashley Judd Cares

Ashley Judd spoke up at a discussion about human trafficking at the UN General Assembly in early June. A women that truly uses her celebrity for good talks of her opportunities to obtain knowledge and to build awareness for the cause as an intense emotional experiences stating:

I have been to 12 countries worldwide and spent a great deal of time in brothels, slums, hospices, youth drop-in centers, in both public hospitals as well as rural clinics. It is very difficult to leave behind people I know are victims of human trafficking. I defy anyone to walk out of a brothel or to walk out of an orphanage leaving those people behind. So I have been making a series of sacred promises: "I will never forget you" and "I will tell your story." I know that the unheard are helped when they are heard.

Help tell a story by purchasing fair trade items at Hybridity.

-Brigitte

Photo courtesy of citizesugar.com

Hilary Duff Loves Her Black Chain Purse

Hilary Duff shows us how to wear a chain purse... in 3 different ways! In the first photo, Hilary is seen with her black chain purse while shopping in NYC with her sister Haylie Duff and boyfriend Mike Comrie. Next, Hilary wears her purse while shopping alone on Robertson Blvd. in LA. Where else did Hilary wear her favorite purse? Out to dinner at Il Sole Restaurant in West Hollywood! Which outfit do you think looks best with the purse?

We love Hilary's purse almost we much as we love her. Get a fair trade version of Hilary's black chain bag at Hybridity!

- KT
Photos courtesy of Hector Vallenilla/PacificCoastNewsOnline;Bauer Grffin Online;WENN

Gorgeous Alicia Keys, Gorgeous Accessories

Alicia Keys arrives with a big smile at the Black Ball "Keep a Child Alive" HIV/AIDS charity event in London, England. Alicia is the co-founder and ambassador of the charity.

Keys looks stunning in her long black gown paired with simple earrings and a silver chain bag.

Get a fair trade version of the earrings and silver chain purse at Hybridity

- KT
Photo by Dave Hogan/Getty Images Europe






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Gabrielle Union Rocks the Chain Bag

Gabrielle is beautiful in trendy purple and a black bag with a silver chain.
Get a sweat-shop free version of this bag from Hybridity

Demi Moore Shows Us How It's Done

Demi Moore is caught in a gust of wind as she attends hubby Ashton Kutcher's Tokyo premiere of his new movie "What Happens in Vegas."

Proving that 45 is never too old to look great, Demi shows us how it's done by donning a lovely blue Lanvin dress with a beautiful clutch and dazzling silver bracelets.

Get the ageless look by purchasing a fair trade version of the clutch and silver bracelets at Hybridity!

-KT
Photo courtesy of WireImage

Ashley Tisdale Brings Pretty to Pilates

Ashley Tisdale heads to pilates class with her personal trainer in Los Angeles, CA wearing a Kansas basketball tshirt and Abercrombie & Fitch basketball shorts (possible her boyfriend Jared's?).

Different from what we've seen so far, the 23 years old Disney star shows us how to look fabulous wearing the chain purse while heading for a work out!

Get a fair trade version of the versatile black chain bag at Hybridity!

-KT
Photo courtesy of PacificCoastNewsOnline

Selma Hayek is Beautiful in Blue

Also in attendance for the Los Angeles premiere of "Vicky Cristina Barcelona" was Selma Hayak. Selma came out to support friend and actress Penelope Cruz. The two beauties pose together looking like the best of friends.

Selma adds some Hollywood glamour to her outfit by pairing her gorgeous light blue dress with a matching pearl necklace and bracelets.

Look like a star by stacking some pretty pearl bracelets together to achieve Selma's look. Get a fair trade version of the bracelet at Hybridity!

-KT
Photo courtesy of Adriana M. Barraza/WENN, Robyn Beck/AFP/Getty

Penelope Cruz: From Barcelona Beauty to Los Angeles Angel

The always lovely Penelope Cruz attends the Los Angeles premiere of her new movie "Vicky Cristina Barcelona" at the Mann Village Theatre. Something to look out for in the movie: a kiss between Penelope and Scarlett Johansson!

Penelope looked absolutely gorgeous that night in a floor length midnight blue gown with accessories to match. Especially noticeable were her beautiful drop earrings.

Accessorize your evening outfit with a fair trade version of the earrings from Hybridity!

-KT

Photo courtesy of Adriana M. Barraza/WENN, Robyn Beck/AFP/Getty

Miley Cyrus Piles on the Bracelets for the Teen Choice Awards

Teen Queen Miley Cyrus arrives at the 2008 Teen Choice Awards in a sequined purple dress. Miley is to host and perform at the award show this year.

Miley's cute and flirty dress was the perfect choice for this event. The Hannah Montana star adds some fun to her outfit by piling on her bracelets and wearing her signature "Miley" necklace.

Add some sparkle to your outfit like Miley by purchasing fair trade versions of her bracelets at Hybridity!

-KT
Photo courtesy of MileyFans.net

Rachel Bilson Goes Out and About

Rachel Bilson looks irresistibly cute as she goes out and about in Los Angeles wearing hear adorable boho bag.

On Wednesday, Rachel visits a production studio in Culver City, CA. She manages to combine her casual button-up shirt and jeans with a boho bag and ankle boots to pull off a comfortable, yet fashionable outfit.

On Thursday, Rachel is seen walking to restaurant "There's No Place Like Home" for lunch and then is then seen shopping with a friend. Shes ties together her flared jeans, spotted top, white blazer, and of course, the boho bag for a California cool look.

Want Rachel's bag? Get a sweat-shop free version at Hybridity!

-KT

Photo credit: Louise Barnsley/James Breeden; JustJared

Kate Moss' Fashionable Party Wear

Fashion Icon and Supermodel Kate Moss enjoys an August night out on the town in Ibiza with her Topshop boss' daughter.

Kate pairs her classic black chain purse with khaki shorts and sky high black sandals.

Love Kate's bag? So do we! Get a sweat-shop free version at Hybridity!

-KT
Photo courtesy of WENN

James Franco: Budding Intellectual by Day, Movie Star by Night

New Graduate Student James Franco cleans up nicely for the premiere of his new movie "Pineapple Express."

James shows off his sophisticated side by wearing a sleek black suit while his date spices up the timeless LBD with a chain bag, making a look that is both edgy and classic.

Be James' date for the night with this sweat-shop free version of the black chain bag at Hybridity!

-KT
Photo courtesy of WireImage

Kirsten Dunst Loves New York

A solo Kirsten Dunst strolls the streets of New York City drinking Naked juice on a hot summer day in July.

Kirsten looks casually cool in her jeans and black tshirt. She adds some extra color to her summer outfit with her white frame sunglasses and a brightly printed tote bag.

Want to be cool like Kirsten? Get a fair trade version of a printed tote at Hybridity!

-KT
Photo courtesy of KirstenImages.com

Heidi Montag is Having a Good Air Day!

As always, The Hills star Heidi Montag enjoys being photographed by the paparazzi. This time, Heidi is seen happy and smiling as she enters LAX airport.

Heidi adds some color to her outfit with her bold blue Balenciaga bag and bright orange scarf. Montag also put on some delicate pearl bracelets to balance out her outfit.

Balance out your outfit with this sweat-shop free pearl bracelet from Hybridity!

-KT
Photo courtesy of Bauer Griffin

Hayden Panettiere Works the Pink Carpet

Heroes hottie Hayden Panettiere looks gorgeous as always at designer Kira Plastinina's US Launch party in Los Angeles, CA. Kira is a 16 year old, Russian designer working to expand her line in the US.

Hayden shows up to the event in her little black dress and accessorizes it with a cute black clutch and simple silver bangle.

Mimic Hayden's look by getting a fair trade version of her accessories at Hybridity!

-KT
Photo courtesy of Poplife.biz

Cameron Diaz Attends Pangea Day

California cutie Cameron Diaz makes an appearance at Pangea Day in Culver City, CA. Pangea Day is a four-hour event with short films, music, and hopeful messages named for the prehistoric continent.

Looking casual and cute, Cameron wears the summer to fall plaid scarf trend with her black leather jacket.

Get the Hollywood look by purchasing a fair trade version of the scarf at Hybridity!

-KT
Photo courtesy of Getty/WireImage

Click to watch Cameron discuss how important it is to stay connected to one another.