Fiona ~ $64.00
This item is Fiona by Elegantees. Elegantees are "Designed with purpose to provide meaningful employment for women rescued from sex trafficking. It was made in Nepal, one of the least developed countries in the world, which ranks high for trafficking. This design creates a bright future for the survivor who made it" I just love this because I know this would look awesome with some fun leggings.
When you shop here, you can know you're empowering women! How cool is that?!
http://elegantees.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/fiona-in-black
Voyager Cuff ~ $28.99
This bracelet is made in India and is sold by Noonday Collection. Read their Mission "We partner with an artisan business in India that creates dignified jobs in a vulnerable community, empowering both men and women to provide for their families. Artisans create jewelry by hand, earning fair wages and enjoying a safe work environment."
Noonday is all about providing opportunities for people who simply don't have many. Plus they make beautiful jewelry!
http://www.noondaycollection.com/Pws/homeoffice/store/AMUS/product/Voyager-Cuff,2362,345.aspx#impact
Gold Shimmer Ribbons ~ $12.99 (Straps range in price from $8.99-$19.99)
Chroma Chiffon Sandals ~ $44.99
Ivory Lace Sandals ~ $59.99
Ribbon Accessories ~ $10.00-$19.99
These are like my absolute favorite! They are from Sseko Designs, a fashion brand based in Uganda that These sandals come with interchangeable chiffon ribbon. The ribbon can be tied in a multitude of ways (the possibilities are actually endless--just see their website!), and you can even purchase multiple ribbons to switch out. The bases come in multiple colors too! And you can buy accessories for the ribbons! And they even carry women's sizes 5-12. Yay!
Sseko Designs uses fashion to provide employment and scholarship opportunities to women pursuing their dreams and overcoming poverty. To date, we've enabled 60 to continue on to University. We provide employment (along with access to a comprehensive social impact program) to our team of 50 women in Uganda. And we do it all through a financially self-sustaining model.
Seriously--say no more--empowering women + great shoes = no brainer. I'm ordering like now.
http://ssekodesigns.com/shop/gold-shimmer-ribbons.html
http://ssekodesigns.com/shop/chroma-chiffon-sandals.html
http://ssekodesigns.com/shop/sandals/ivory-lace-sandals-571.html
http://ssekodesigns.com/shop/sandal-accessories.html
Silver Spear Earrings ~7.99
These earrings are among the many cute pieces of fair trade jewelry over at Mata Traders. There are so so so many earrings for every style, Would recommend! Absolutely perfect Christmas gifts!
https://www.matatraders.com/shop/jewelry/earrings/spear-earrings-silver.html
Giving Keys Classic Necklace ~ $39.00
You may have heard about the Giving Keys before--keys are repurposed into necklaces with words of hope and encouragement such as "Hope" "Believe" "Courage". Wearers are supposed to embrace the word on their key and pay it forward by giving it to someone they feel needs the message more than they do. They employ members of the homeless and low-income population and provide a safe, encouraging, supportive, and hopeful environment. They work to help individuals transition out of homelessness. So when you buy a key, you're in some way buying a future for these individuals. Plus, who knows how many lives you'll impact through giving the key away? Also, you can now customize your keys! Giving Keys just keep getting better.
https://www.thegivingkeys.com/collections/best-sellers/products/classic-pendant
Sadie ~ $46.00
This item is Sadie by Elegantees. Again, what a great business!! I just love how simple all their pieces are, because it really allows versatility and gives you opportunity to express yourself with accessories. I love this!
http://elegantees.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/sadie-in-blue-yonder
Enchanted Headband ~ $34.00
I'm actually in love with this headband by Noonday Collection. They're the company that empowers women in India you read about with the Voyager Cuff!
http://www.noondaycollection.com/PWS/homeoffice/store/AMUS/product/Enchanted-Headband,2437,428.aspx
Amazing Lace Dress ~ $92.00
Mata Traders has some seriously cute clothing--all fair trade! These dresses were made at a fair trade women's cooperative in India. The lace is beautiful, and did I mention it has pockets?!
Mata Traders – a design driven, fair trade brand helping to end global poverty and inspire ethical companies and consumers to change the fashion industry. Made by artisans in India and Nepal, our colorfully original designs are now sold in 50 states and 12 countries, and provide a stable source of income for families in some of the world’s poorest communities.
https://www.matatraders.com/amazing-lace-dress-berry.html
https://www.matatraders.com/amazing-lace-dress-teal.html
Amanda Necklace ~ $18.00
This Necklace from Flourish Art and Gifts is made fair-trade by women in India. The different products are made in different parts of the world and empower different people who need opportunities to have a safe and fair living. Some of the products are even made by women rescued from sex trafficking. 100-50% of profit goes back to helping the victims. Read all about them on their website!
https://www.flourishartandgifts.com/Fair-Trade-Gold-Tassel-Necklace-p/fawgtasn.htm
Okay, Phew, thats it for now!!! I hope you enjoyed looking through some of the fashion pieces available from these vendors. I hope you consider purchasing some and supporting their awesome causes! Fair trade fashion is out there, and I hope that this blog is helping you find that. Remember, while fair trade items often cost more than you might pay at the mall, you can have confidence that your purchases are not contributing to unfair labor or human trafficking. Doesn't that make you feel good??
Throughout the month, I hope to highlight some more of my favorite fair trade and ethical fashion items, so stay tuned!!
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