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Edge of Ember is a women-founded and owned jewelry maker that only partners with producers who share their values. Most are certified member... See All
Edge of Ember is a women-founded and owned jewelry maker that only partners with producers who share their values. Most are certified members of the Responsible Jewellery Council who pay at least a living wage and are committed to reducing their carbon footprint. Materials include lab-grown diamonds sourced from India and recycled metals sourced from local Umicore refineries.
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.
Elvis & Kresse rescues raw materials, transforms them into luxury lifestyle accessories and donates 50% of profits back to charities. Their ... See All
Elvis & Kresse rescues raw materials, transforms them into luxury lifestyle accessories and donates 50% of profits back to charities. Their first goal was to save London's decommissioned fire-hose from landfill. This was just the beginning. Now they rescue parachute silk, printing blankets, coffee sacks, shoeboxes, tea sacks and auction banners. They also partner with the Burberry Foundation to tackle the even greater global problem of leather waste. All Elvis & Kresse products are handmade and unique.
Ethique is a woman owned label that makes plastic free haircare, skincare, home essentials and pet goods. Did you know that 80 billion plast... See All
Ethique is a woman owned label that makes plastic free haircare, skincare, home essentials and pet goods. Did you know that 80 billion plastic shampoo and conditioner bottles are thrown out globally each year. And did you know that one shampoo bar has a mere 8% of the carbon footprint of the equivalent liquid product? Ethique's ingredients are vegan and cruelty free. Palm oil free. Ethically and fairly sourced. They pay a living wage. Donate 2% of sales to charity. And are carbon positive, offsetting 120% of carbon emissions.
Faherty is a family built, values driven clothing brand inspired by sun and waves. They're fully committed to restoring power to Indigenous ... See All
Faherty is a family built, values driven clothing brand inspired by sun and waves. They're fully committed to restoring power to Indigenous communities. They partner with Native artists and designers. They donate to Native history and anti-racism work. Sustainability efforts include lowering their carbon emissions. Using less toxic chemicals, dyes and finishes. Using sustainable fibers like organic cotton, ethically sourced cashmere, recycled polyester, linen and hemp. They are 90% plastic free.
GRAMMAR creates modern pieces for a minimalist wardrobe. Made in NYC in a woman and BIPOC-owned and operated factory. All workers are paid a... See All
GRAMMAR creates modern pieces for a minimalist wardrobe. Made in NYC in a woman and BIPOC-owned and operated factory. All workers are paid a living wage. Safe working conditions are guaranteed. Their Signature Poplin is made at a mill in India that sources 100% organic cotton from local farms. Their Signature Flannel is made at a mill in Japan that only works with organic cotton. They source organic limited edition and specialty fabrics from Portugal, Japan and Italy. Buttons from natural shell and horn are made in Italy from ethically-sourced byproducts of the food industry.
Green Kid Crafts empowers the next generation of environmental leaders using nature-based STEAM activities. Founded by mother and environmen... See All
Green Kid Crafts empowers the next generation of environmental leaders using nature-based STEAM activities. Founded by mother and environmental scientist Penny Bauder, their kits help children exercise creativity, develop a love of discovery and learn about the world around them. Eco-friendly production practices are used as much as possible. They plant one tree for every order placed and offset 100% of carbon emissions through Carbon Fund.
Groceries Apparel makes organic and non-toxic basics and activewear. All their dyes come from plants and food waste. Like avocado pits and s... See All
Groceries Apparel makes organic and non-toxic basics and activewear. All their dyes come from plants and food waste. Like avocado pits and skins. Fermented indigo. Onion skins. Carrot tops. Madder root. Coffee grounds. They operate their own dye house that also happens to be the only production scale, 100% non-toxic dye house in the USA! They have completely eliminated all heavy metals and toxic chemicals from their supply chain. Their entire manufacturing process happens under one roof in Downtown Los Angeles.
Happy Earth is a women's and men's clothing brand that's all about protecting the planet. They're net-negative on carbon emissions, reducing... See All
Happy Earth is a women's and men's clothing brand that's all about protecting the planet. They're net-negative on carbon emissions, reducing what they can, offsetting what they can't. They only use organic cotton, sustainable cork and reclaimed fibers. They give back. In fact, you get to choose the campaign your purchase supports. Want to combat climate change? Planting trees? Clean up trash? Make your selection when you make your purchase. And from the farmers that grow their organic cotton to the artisans that sew their garments, Happy Earth values the makers. Fair Trade and WRAP certified facilities ensure support for the makers' communities.
Homebird makes bedding and bath textiles ethically and responsibly. They work with factories in India that have manufactured luxury home tex... See All
Homebird makes bedding and bath textiles ethically and responsibly. They work with factories in India that have manufactured luxury home textiles for generations and put sustainable and ethical practices first. All products are made with Fairtrade certified organic cotton. The entire supply chain from seed to shelf is Fairtrade certified. They only use certified organic dyes that are chemical-free. For every product sold, they share a portion of revenue with Fairtrade which goes directly to empowering communities across the globe.
Hyer Goods is a woman-owned brand that tackles the fashion waste problem by transforming fashion industry leftovers into beautiful, affordab... See All
Hyer Goods is a woman-owned brand that tackles the fashion waste problem by transforming fashion industry leftovers into beautiful, affordable bags and accessories. Their commitment to sustainability is all about keeping material in circulation, using less energy, creating less pollution and reducing greenhouse gases. And in other good news, all of their pieces are handmade in a SEDEX-compliant, female-owned factory in India.
J&L Naturals makes personal care essentials that are 100% vegan, gluten free and preservative free. You'll never find sneaky chemicals or to... See All
J&L Naturals makes personal care essentials that are 100% vegan, gluten free and preservative free. You'll never find sneaky chemicals or toxic ingredients that could harm you or the planet. Ingredients are ethically and sustainably sourced and screened for their highest quality and efficacy. When it comes to sustainability, little things matter. They use grease-proof glassine liners (much more eco-friendly than wax) and uncoated labels (they may get a little dirty, but biodegrade much easier). Everything is made in-house. They love to recycle used containers into new products. Plus, you get a $10 digital gift card every time you recycle with them!
Jackalo makes children's clothes for a better planet and world. GOTS certified organic cotton is sourced from Kyrgyzstan and Uganda. Deadsto... See All
Jackalo makes children's clothes for a better planet and world. GOTS certified organic cotton is sourced from Kyrgyzstan and Uganda. Deadstock corduroy and terry is sourced from a GOTS certied, family-run company in India. Cotton is milled in Germany at a Fair for Life certified operation. Manufacturing partners include a women's cooperative in Mumbai, an energy efficient factory in Portugal where scrap fabric is recycled and upcycled and an atelier in the Netherlands that employs people with barriers to traditional employment. They partner with SimpliZero to offset carbon emissions. Send your products back for repair or upcycling and get discounts on future purchases.
KarenKane is an eponymous women's lifestyle brand that is all about doing right by people and the planet. Like many great American companies... See All
KarenKane is an eponymous women's lifestyle brand that is all about doing right by people and the planet. Like many great American companies, Karen Kane was launched out of the founder's garage at a time when sustainable fashion was just getting started. Karen's cool SoCal style is woven into every piece. They source from sustainable and ethical suppliers. They pay fair and living wages. And charitable giving is part of their core mission. KarenKane is a certified B Corporation.
Koio makes luxurious, sustainable footwear for men and women that will elevate your everyday style. They work exclusively with an artisan st... See All
Koio makes luxurious, sustainable footwear for men and women that will elevate your everyday style. They work exclusively with an artisan studio in Florence, Italy. They only use sustainable materials. Regenerative leather is sourced from farms in the Swiss Alps that are reversing carbon emissions, restoring soils and increasing biodiversity. Then it's Zeolite tanned using minerals rather than chrome, aldehyde, and heavy metals. Leather Working Group certified leather is tanned in facilities that are safely and responsibly managing emissions, energy and water consumption and waste. Vegan products are made from apple leather. Their LACTAE HEVEA® soles are made in France using responsibly sourced milk from hevea trees. Even the laces are certified organic cotton. Other sustainable materials include cork, recycled rubber and recycled polyester. Last, but not least, Koio offers a recycling program to ensure the impact of their shoes remains low even after they reach end of life.
