Spring Preview: First World Trash (Photos)

Looking for an innovative way to give back to the Earth while have a fashionably viable impact on the green movement at the same time? Well look no further then the fab handbag and accessories line known as First World Trash.

First World Trash features handbags and accessories that are born in the junkyards of America where one man’s trash becomes another man’s treasure. To give you an idea of the brilliancy behind the line, products from the line are made from salvage seat belts from junk cars and rescue billboards before they are thrown into the landfill.

These carefully crafted handmade products are then deep cleaned, cut and polished ready for purchasing. It is not just for hipsters or other cool types either, First World Trash has an array of colorful, unique, trendsetting styles to fit anyone’s taste--think of it as fashion’s best kept secret.

The new Spring/Summer 2013 line features the Eco-friendly and ultra stylish beach tote made from a mesh material that leaves sand at the beach (genius, I know!) for just $46. The line also features the wine satchel; a collapsible divider seat belt straps and reinforced bike inner tube bottom that allows for up to 6 heavy bottles--perfect for those trips to Jones or Venice Beach.

For you tech lovers out there check out the refreshing iPad sleeves in bodacious spring colors guaranteed to keep your gadgets in style among other things. Want to standout out above your typical run of the mill gifts? this collection makes for perfect gift giving items, and what's best--it's all affordable. Here is a preview of the Spring/Summer 2013 collection, all items can be purchased at First World Trash website www.firstworldtrash.com

1. Wine Satchel $120 firstworldtrash.com

2. Beach tote $46 firstworldtrash.com

3. Pouches $24 firstworldtrash.com

4. Utility tote $75 firstworldtrash.com

5. Messenger bag $160 firstworldtrash.com

6. Ipad Sleeve $45 firstworldtrash.com

7. Donna Wallet $48 firstworldtrash.com

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Barbara Akowuah considers herself a Fashion Insider who has written numerous articles on fashion, lifestyle and shopping. Barbara enjoys writing about fashion and has a penchant for haute couture, vintage and global style. You can contact Barbara at akowuahb@gmail.com

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