Who's Who: The Eco-Guide

From fashion to food and from furniture to beauty products, here is a look at 14 forward-thinking individuals who are reinventing the rules of design with environmentally friendly flair

The Designer Activists Ali Hewson & Rogan Gregory 45 & 33, Dublin & New York City

CLAIM TO FAME In the spring of 2003, New York City--based designer Gregory met with U2 stylist Sharon Blankson, who mentioned that Bono and his wife Hewson were thinking about starting a clothing line. A few weeks later, Bono paid a visit to the Rogan showroom.

BIG BREAK Gregory and Hewson (with a little help from Bono) launched Edun, a socially conscious apparel line for men and women, in the spring of 2005 with a mission to bring fair employment and trade to the attention...

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