"Many people think of 'Eco-Gifts' as recyclable and made of paper, but there are many wonderful gifts that are stylish, clever, and made of sustainable materials that won't harm the environment," said Suzanne Aaronson, Curator of Suzanne's Files. "Not only are these great gifts that others will love, but each one makes a little positive impact that feels good for both the giver and the recipient."

Cool and Creative Eco-Chic Gift Ideas

• Sexy, Silky and Sustainable Lingerie from Eco-Boudoir - If you thought bamboo and hemp couldn't be sexy, think again. These pretty little numbers are made with the earth's finest, such as soft-spun bamboo and all natural silks by a fair-trade cooperative of women in India. Prices start at $65 www.eco-boudoir.com
• Eco-Friendly iPod Cases - Whether your loved one has an iPod already, or you plan on giving him or her the latest and greatest model on the market, be sure to stuff a little something extra in the stocking-an eco-friendly, custom-made iPod case made of hand-crafted mahogany. Prices start at $28 www.etsy.com
• Custom Pop Art Mosaic Portraits from Shimmel Art - Imagine Andy Warhol's aesthetic combined with an environmental conscience. For the latest in Pop Art that is both visually stunning, eco-friendly and personally relevant, Phoenix-based artist Sandhi Schimmel Gold will create a one-of-a-kind portrait. Prices start at $1,000 www.schimmelart.com
• Portable Yurt for the Hardcore Outdoor Adventurist - Sleep under the stars in a Yurt-a portable tent modeled after the traditional dwellings of nomadic Mongolians-and found increasingly at trendy, upscale eco-resorts. Great for a chic poolside cabana or for kids' slumber parties in the backyard! Made of sustainable materials, the Nomad Yurt looks like a billowing cloud. Prices from $9,700 www.ecoshack.com
• Natural & Organic Sweaters for the Dog - Organic canine fashions from Olive Green Dog range from stylish cashmere to an Italian fleece hoodie or colorful raincoat. Your pooch can make a statement for the planet in adorable sweaters made from renewable fabrics such as wheat wool yarn, pure merino wool, cashmere and a fabric called ReKnitz, made from reclaimed cotton fibers. 10% of all purchases goes to animal rescue charities. Sweaters from $45 www.olivegreendog.com
• Bling for the Better with Fine Jewelry from Monique Péan - Jewels aren't frivolous when they're made with sustainability and charity in mind. Monique Pean's gorgeous designs blend traditional craftsmanship with an eye for the avant garde. Her jewelry lines are made with a specific charity in mind and she donates 10% of all profits to respective charities. Jewelry prices range from $340-$40,500. www.moniquepean.com
• Fashion-Forward Handbags Made from Recycled Rubber Tire Inner Tubes - Rubber inner tubes are not necessarily the first thing to come to mind when you think of luxury handbags, but in the hands of Ken Kobrick and Angela Greene, a welder and an inventor, the material is somehow appropriate for a Saturday night gala. This contemporary yet classically elegant collection of clutches, messenger bags, totes and purses are all made with soft rubber repurposed from inner tubes that have spent most of their lives as part of the giant wheels on agricultural tractors. Each bag is one-of-a-kind. Prices start at $120 www.passchal.com
• Reusable and Stylish Coffee Cup Sleeves - A clever and inexpensive stocking stuffer for on-the-go caffeine drinkers. Contexture's Coffee Cuffs made from reclaimed architectural scraps of wood can double as a bracelet or an arm cuff. Cup Couture has a variety of styles and patterns, from animal prints to sporty racer stripes to mod-style polka dots and they fold up small enough to fit into your pocket. Prices start at $7 www.kaboodle.com and www.contextures.ca
• Nautical-Chic Totes and Bags Made from Recycled Boat Sails - Ella Vickers sailed on a boat that clinched an America's Cup trophy, so it's little surprise that she knows how to expertly work the sails. As a designer, that means using sailcloth and marine-caliber stitching to create eco-friendly bags that are handcrafted with recycled sails or pre-consumer scrap material-lightweight and durable. Great styles for men and women-duffels, totes, shoulder sacks and messenger bags-and emblazoned with colorful numbers and letters? Custom orders available. Prices range from $57 to $398 www.ellavickers.com
• A Practical Stocking Stuffer: Smart Strip for Energy Conservation - Even when your computer or television is off, it still draws energy from the outlet. Smart Strip is a power strip that effortlessly puts the kibosh on idle currents, monitoring power use and automatically shutting off detected objects that are off for an extended period time. A great way to save energy. Sells for $41.95 www.bitsltd.net

About Suzanne's Files

Suzanne's Files (www.suzannesfiles.com) provides savvy perspective on quality lifestyle. Curator, Suzanne Aaronson, and her International Collective of people share in-the-know insight™ to help others live life well. In a world of too much noise, people crave curated recommendations from a source they trust, admire and enjoy. Pointed, personal and upscale, Suzanne's Files deliver in-the-know insight that is impossible to source elsewhere. Suzanne's Files is owned by Spire, a media company targeting an affluent audience through multiple channels to bring them differentiated lifestyle content. Spire was co-founded by serial entrepreneurs Janet Kraus, co-founder of Circles and Suzanne Aaronson, founder of Suzanne's Files. Spire is privately-held and based in Boston, MA. Investors include Hearst Interactive Media, Trident Capital and TL Ventures. For more information, go to www.Spire.com.