Photo Credit: Raphael Mazzucco; model: Elyse Levesque

Vancouver is on a mission to be one of the greenest cities on earth. Yes, we eat locally and organically and recycling is a must, but how often do we stop to think about what we are wearing? The local warriors in Vancouver’s budding eco scene sure do!

Leading the tribe is Myriam Laroche, the mastermind behind the first Eco Fashion Week, happening in Vancouver from September 27-30, 2010 in conjunction with Aveda, the presenting sponsor of the show.

Runway shows will be held at the new Creekside Community Centre in the Olympic Village, featuring international designers like Lara Miller and Prophetik, in addition to well-known local talent like Nicole Bridger, Nixxi, Kim Cathers, Lav & Kush, Lara Presber, and Margarita Angelatos’ two lines — Red Jade and Peridot Kiss.

The green carpet VIP closing gala will be at Club 560 (560 Seymour Street) on Thursday, September 30 from 9pm-2am and attended by the likes of Nettwork Recording Artist K-OS and the world’s first eco supermodel, Summer Rayne Oakes. Tickets are $30 and available online at www.ecofashion-week.com.