If you ask me what's the hottest fashion trend that continues to emerge recently from season to season, I would say GREEN. Although we haven't seen many nature colors on the runway, the green is there, as a concept. It's integrated in the fabrics, production process and even in designers minds. Some brands use it as another hot seasonal trend, while others build their entire brand philosophy in GREEN.

PANDA SNACK is one of these brands. Being one of the first to bring bamboo knits into the luxury level, they manage to create collection that is cutting edge in both design and function.

Created by NYC based Deborah Boria and Dearrick Knupp, Panda Snack includes tshirts, dresses and sportswear with plans to expand to intimates, denim and even home decor.

I had a pleasure of attending a lecture by Dearrick at FIT this week, and he truly inspired me by his vision and hope some of you, especially the fashion designers, can look up to Panda Snack as an innovative brand that puts their altruistic vision into action.