It ain’t easy being green, but there’s a sweet daily newsletter out there that’s making tree-hugging simpler, cooler and more fun than ever before. It’s called Your Daily Thread, chock full of new products, ideas, deals, guides, videos, events and giveaways… all to make your life more wholesome and the planet a better place to live. Based in LA, the company is helmed by eco-preneur Tracy Hepler—yes the same person who came with me to the Thai Sabai massage—who’s passionate about (and awesome at) inspiring others to live green and do good. Not to mention she’s fairly famous for making all natural deodorant from scratch. SIGN UP NOW, pass along to your Kermit-like friends, and peep some of the fun things you’ll start learn.

Throw an eco-friendly beach party! (Starting with not letting your trash blow away, of course.)

Did you know green can make you look tan? Check out these 5 eco-chic swimsuit lines.

So many shades of green! Daydream of sunny eco-friendly beach parties at the office with Pentel Recycology writing instruments, made out of 50% – 100% recycled materials, and often refillable.

If you’re sweating these hot ideas, after signing up you better make your own eco-friendly deodorant QUICK.

Our Friday column writers over at Healing Lifestyles & Spas have awarded a brand new batch of eco-friendly, planet-approved products for their Second Annual Earth Day Beauty Awards.

The best in hair, face, body and cosmetics have been scrupulously examined. Only products that meet the highest standards (free of Parabens, phthalates, triclosan, or formaldehyde) make top marks. Make a change, look hot, save the planet—I’m sold. And hey, most of the products are AFFORDABLE! I know, we were pleasantly surprised, too.

And the 2011 winners are…

Best Shampoo: Desert Essence Organics Green Apple Ginger Shampoo

Best Facial Scrub: Collective Wellbeing Honey Buff (5.1 oz; $15)

Best Body Lotion: Acure Organics Cocoa Butter and CoQ10 Unscented Lotion (7 oz; $9.99)

Best Mascara: 100% Pure Fruit Pigmented Mascara in Black Tea ($18)

Continue on to see the full list of award-winning products HERE.

The iPad has not only revolutionized homes and businesses—it has helped revolutionize the way they go green. This recent Mashable article highlights iPad apps people and companies are using to manage energy usage and conduct environmental auditing, as well as reduce paper usage. Featured above is the Lutron Home Control+ iPad app, $19.99. For those of you who have an iPad or other type of tablet, how are you using it to live a more sustainable life?

In honor of Earth Day, step up to the environmental plate and treat yourself to that iPad you are coveting. If not for you, for Mother Earth. If it’s not quite in the budget right now, here are 10 (more) easy ways to win one.

1. Win an iPad on EForCity

2. Win 1 of 2 iPads from Scribendi

3. Win an iPad from I Could Use a Deal

4. Win an iPad2 from Dagmar Momsense

5. Like the PTS Multimedia Facebook Page and comment to win an iPad

6. Win an iPad2 from The Washington Examiner

7. Win an iPad2 on Blogelina

8. Win an iPad2 from 11 Alive Atlanta

9. Enter Discovery’s Deadliest Catch Giveaway for a chance to win an iPad

10. Enter the Fast Five Giveaway for a chance to win an iPad

Image via Mashable

March was quite a month. Unfortunately these past few weeks we’ve had to watch Japan cope with one of the most terrible tragedies of our time. In the midst of the devastating earthquakes, tsunami, nuclear meltdowns, and other disparities across the globe we can’t think of a better time for us to be more eco-conscious. Tomorrow World Water Week comes to a close. It is a chance for city restaurants to charge $1 for a glass of water in an effort to help UNICEF provide safe, clean drinking water for children around the world. In the spirit of giving, we are supplying you with 4 ways to win something green to help your live a more  environmentally friendly life.

- Win a Juice Beauty Organic Starter Kit (Worth $155!) from Ecouterre

- 5 Lucky Winners Will Receive Brita Green Grand Pitcher and 2 stylish Brita FilterForGood Nalgene bottles from Ecorazzi.com

- Win a Red, Leather-Free Ro & Co Handbag from Peta2.com

- Win Ecco Bella’s Natural Nutrient Eye Creme on Letswinblog.com

Looks from Fall 2011: Marc Jacobs | Catherine Malandrino | Rebecca Minkoff | Cynthia Steffe

Out of the obvious color trends we saw on the runways during New York Fashion Week from Gwen Stefani’s slinky black L.A.M.B. numbers, to the decadent silver sequins spotted at Naeem Khan, and even the fun blues and pinks at Rebecca Taylor, there was still one underlining trend that we kept seeing over and over. When it came to exuding a lux style it seems most of the designers shared the same idea– it’s time to go green!

We were sold with the money green looks which came in many varied forms including your classic day dresses to funky furs. Still, we’ve got a long way to go before we can slip into the sexy green Malandrino pictured above.  No worries, feast your eyes on these flirty green dress options, all less money than a Spa Week treatment.

Pushing the typical florals trend to the side are graphic prints. The green reflected in this wrap dress hits all the right notes. BCBG Wrap Dress, 48.98

So sweet and rugged at the same time. This short hunter green dress makes a great option for those warm days. Jack by BB Dakota Fiona Dapple Dress, 50.00

Combining different shades of green is a sure fire way to stand out against the fashionable crowd’s all black uniform. Print Cocktail Dresses by Classique, 48.00

This dress has 80 degrees and blue skies written all over it. Sparke & Fade One shoulder Dress 34.99

A structured silhouette works for weddings or an evening office party. Nine West Green Dot Taffetta Dress with Black Trim, 49.99