Welcome back to EthicalStyle.com, the home of fashion thinking. In this issue, we ponder the future and what it entails for the green fashion movement. Got comments? Join in the discussion on the Behind the Seams blog.

The Future
Metallics, Lurex, and see-through clothes—the future is now

• Function Over Form
  Functional fashion is an evergreen inspiration

Forward Thinking
Ethical jewelry company Alex and Ani does good through beautiful objects

• After the Recession
  Which apparel companies are poised for triumph

Trend Forecast
One boutique owner reveals summer's most popular styles

Seam Ripper
A sampling of five stories taken from Behind the Seams