FX Excursions

FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.

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1. Morgan Grays has infused its classic style into environmentally friendly bags. Its Green line sports organic canvas exteriors and organic cotton linings with vegetable-dyed trims. Laptop case, $590; large tote, $620; half duffel, $650. (www.morgangrays.com)

2. Light up a room with the natural beauty of Marsia Holzer’s driftwood lamps. From her kayak, the designer scours the beaches of the Hamptons to find the driftwood she crafts to form the base of each lamp. $1,200. (www.marsiaholzer.com)

3. Recuperate from the hassles of travel with a good night’s sleep on organic bedding from Vivetique. The Natural Aurora mattress is constructed from organic cotton, hemp, latex and Pure Grow wool. $4,800. (www.vivetique.com)

4. Fashioned from all-natural banana leaf fibers, luxury carpets by Nanette Lepore for Doris Leslie Blau add a lush vibe to any room. The organic fibers feel like silk and colors are derived from nontoxic dyes. 10 x 7 rug, $8,400. (www.dorisleslieblau.com)

5. Staples Cabinet Makers resurrects wood from razed barns, mills and houses to create one-of-a-kind furniture. The reclaimed wood takes on new life as functional art. Armoire with antique chestnut doors $3,295. (www.staplescabinetmakers.com)

Kathleen Plate has breathed new life into recycled glass with her innovative jewelry line. Each piece is handcrafted from beverage bottles. Coca-Cola recently commissioned Plate’s Smart Glass Jewelry to create its own exclusive line of baubles. Clear bracelet, $55. (www.smartglassjewelry.com)

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