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Handcrafted by Artisans in Latin America

Promotes Fair Wages & Ethical Employment

Non-Toxic & Sustainably Made

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Adelante's footwear and other responsible leather goods promote economic development in Latin America. Everything is ethically crafted by ar...
See All Adelante's footwear and other responsible leather goods promote economic development in Latin America. Everything is ethically crafted by artisans. No mass production. No sweatshops. Leather is sourced from Lefarc Tannery, one of the most sustainable tanneries in the Americas. This solar powered factory uses vegetable tanning methods free from toxic chemicals, treats wastewater, reduces water usage by up to 50% and repurposes waste and byproducts into collagen for beauty products.

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Made with Sustainable & Responsibly Sourced Materials

Ethically Made in Haiti

Made in a Solar Powered Factory

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Deux Mains honors the ancestral wisdom, talent and perseverance of Haiti's people. When a catastrophic earthquake decimated the country in 2...
See All Deux Mains honors the ancestral wisdom, talent and perseverance of Haiti's people. When a catastrophic earthquake decimated the country in 2010, Deux Mains founder Julie Colombino-Billingham saw the need for dignified employment. That was the catalyst. Bags, shoes and accessories are made using traditional craft methods in a solar-powered, women-owned factory. Materials are upcycled, sustainable and responsibly-sourced. Deux Mains ensures safe working conditions. A liveable wage. Health insurance. Access to education.

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Promotes Fair Wages & Ethical Employment

Produced in Small Batches

Non-Toxic & Sustainably Made

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Either/Or is a responsible footwear brand that is fully committed to sustainable sourcing, ethical manufacturing and being a force for good....
See All Either/Or is a responsible footwear brand that is fully committed to sustainable sourcing, ethical manufacturing and being a force for good. They partner with small, family owned workshops in Portugal, Peru, Mexico and Colombia. 100% of employees earn beyond a living wage. They publish the lowest and highest wages of their makers. They employ a social cooperative to weave custom textiles and use the best quality vegetable-tanned leathers. They offset their carbon footprint for all shipping through the nonprofit Native Energy.

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Made with Natural & Sustainable Materials

Artisan Made in Peru

Produced in Small Batches

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ELEVEN SIX offers an elevated approach to knitwear combining contemporary design with traditional Andean knitting techniques. Pieces are cre...
See All ELEVEN SIX offers an elevated approach to knitwear combining contemporary design with traditional Andean knitting techniques. Pieces are created from the finest spun Alpaca yarns and Peruvian pima cottons. Fibers are produced by two Fair Trade certified Peruvian Mills that maintain high standards of sustainability and care for the animals during shearing. Garments are made by three small family-owned businesses who work with networks of skilled artisan cooperatives. Production methods include hand and machine knitting, macram and crochet.

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Handcrafted by Artisans in Latin America

Made with Sustainable Materials

Promotes Fair Wages & Ethical Employment

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Fortress is a women's shoe and accessories brand that works with family-owned shoemakers in Peru and Colombia to create artisanal, handmade ...
See All Fortress is a women's shoe and accessories brand that works with family-owned shoemakers in Peru and Colombia to create artisanal, handmade products. They pay fair wages, promote gender equity and ensure good working conditions for all of their workers. Their shoes are handcrafted using high quality, natural materials including leather, wood and rubber.

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Ethically Made Luxury

Handcrafted by Artisans in Peru

Gives Back

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Huma Blanco is a woman-owned footwear brand founded by third generation shoemaker and designer Adriana Crocco. Her shoemaking heritages are ...
See All Huma Blanco is a woman-owned footwear brand founded by third generation shoemaker and designer Adriana Crocco. Her shoemaking heritages are Peruvian and Italian, both known for quality craftsmanship and artistry. Products are designed and handmade in Crocco's home country of Peru, providing sustainable income and longterm jobs for artisan shoemakers. Materials include hides and textiles in their pure form or dyed naturally. A portion of proceeds is donated to Ninos del Arco Iris, providing basic healthcare and education to families in Cusco, Peru.

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Handcrafted by Artisans in Uganda & Peru

Promotes Fair Wages & Ethical Employment

Provides Jobs & Economic Opportunity for Women

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Ten years ago, Krochet Kids and Known Supply's founders started a production facility and community development project in Uganda, a country...
See All Ten years ago, Krochet Kids and Known Supply's founders started a production facility and community development project in Uganda, a country ravaged by rebel violence and civil war. This has grown into a global social enterprise. Each Known Supply & Krochet Kids piece is hand-signed by the maker, and customers can search the Known Supply site to read each maker's bio. Krochet Kids products are handmade by artisans in Uganda and Peru. Known Supply makes all of their woven hats at ASI which is the world's first Fair Trade Certified production facility in China. All apparel is made in a factory in Peru that provides meaningful job training and employment to women and offers onsite childcare. They also work with four Fair Trade Certified factories in India.

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Handcrafted by Artisans in Emerging Markets

Ethically & Transparently Sourced

Produced in Small Batches

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OBAKKI believes in putting people first. Their artisans are part of their extensive global family, and the ability to sustain themselves and...
See All OBAKKI believes in putting people first. Their artisans are part of their extensive global family, and the ability to sustain themselves and their communities will always be their top priority. Products are made by traditional artisans and rural co-ops under fair trade conditions. A portion of sales supports the OBAKKI Foundation which reinvests in artistan communities and has brought clean water, education and medical care to millions.