I’m trying not to focus too much on landfills, but honestly, until I started reading this gift guide, I had no idea that the world is running out of space to litter. We need to educate ourselves so that we can leave the next generation with enough clean air and water.
With that said, there are a lot of easy things we can do to make a difference. Start by buying from eco-friendly, sustainable and ethical brands – they’re everywhere, selling everything from kitchen supplies to phone cases to fashion and hair products. Review your “one time use” habits … do you buy water in plastic bottles or daily coffee in “disposable” cups? Give mother earth a big kiss by buying a Stojo (see below) and eliminating so much daily waste. We can all make a substantial difference in our everyday lives by making more sustainable choices and buying sustainable gifts!
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RECYCLED CASHMERE
Naadam’s founders are responsible and cruelty-free when it comes to the animals behind their raw product and have eliminated middlemen (middlemen) from the cashmere trade so that herders receive substantially more and you pay substantially less for quality cashmere. . . The site has a wide range of offerings, with some plus sizes and their famous $ 75 cashmere crew neck sweater. This hoodie is very cozy and comes in six colorways, sizes XXS-3X. There are also matching cashmere joggers (sold separately). Naadam Oatmeal Recycled Cashmere Hoodie
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RECYCLED WASTE
This Dutch knitwear brand focuses on design and fashion without all the waste. They transform leftover materials that are not used into knit accessories with bright patterns. Their vibrant offerings are very happy and bring a touch of bright color to your outerwear in cool temperatures. Verloop Optical Wave Scarf in Flame / Jade
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VEGAN DREAM
Now that landfills occupy 55% of our planet, the founder of this brand only uses recycled materials with her product. So far they have prevented 10 million bottles from reaching landfills. You’ll love the organization of this 100% vegan suede bag – it comes with two zippered compartments and a central zippered compartment along with two open key and phone pockets and interior zippered side pockets. The strap is also removable. Also available in black. LaBante Demi Wings Gray Faux Leather Bag
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CLEAN AND GREEN AROMAS
Lavanila is one of the pioneers of clean and green beauty. There is nothing wrong with their products, they are fresh and pure and do what they are supposed to do. On top of that, for every online order, a tree is planted. This Pure Vanilla set is made with quality Madagascar vanilla and of course the candle is clean burning, 100% natural soy. Lavanila The Pure Vanilla Fragrance + Candle
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SOLAR POWER CHARGER
Charge your devices (phones, speakers, bike lights, AirPods, smart watches, etc.) with the power of the sun! And this charger stores energy from the sun, so you can charge your devices at any time, day or night. It is very easy to install and the manufacturers never want you to throw it away, so if you need to repair it, return it and the manufacturers will replace the parts. Take advantage of this $ 20 discount offer, which ends this Friday, December 3. GroupHug Window Solar Charger
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THE WORLD’S FIRST COMPOSTABLE TRANSPARENT IPHONE CASE
If you care about fair trade and organic food, this brand is for you. Pela’s handmade case is made from plant-based materials and is the world’s first compostable transparent iPhone case. More importantly, it’s tough enough to protect your phone from impacts, drops, and scratches. Pela Clear Tropical Leaves iPhone Case
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BEAUTY FOR YOU AND THE PLANET
Aveda has truly led the beauty industry with its environmentally responsible philosophy: it was the first beauty brand to use 100% post-consumer recycled materials in its packaging, the first to make products with 100% wind energy. and they were vegan and cruelty-free before such “labels” were affixed to beauty products. Last but certainly not least, their products are 90% naturally derived. Naturally, this collaboration with Phillip Lim (Aveda’s first collaboration, by the way) came together due to the two brands’ cognate philosophies on design and the future of the planet. This particular gift set includes one of my favorite collections, the Botanical Repair Strengthening line, and includes a beautiful, water-absorbing hair towel, courtesy of 3.1 Phillip Lim. Check out their other Aveda x 3.1 Phillip Lim gift sets, plus best-seller combinations, and beautiful design. Aveda x 3.1 Phillip Lim Limited Edition Botanical Repair Strengthening Collection Rica
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ZERO RESIDUE DISHES
Ekobo uses durable, renewable bamboo and other eco-friendly materials, alternatives to plastics and disposables, to create eco-friendly and functional products for everyday life. This common sense strainer set includes the perforated bowl for rinsing fruits and vegetables or for draining pasta. It is placed in a slightly larger container, with a spout, so you can collect the water you are not using and then use it to water the plants, clean the floors or whatever. The bowl is an ideal bowl for mixing cakes, scrambled eggs, etc. and the spike is useful for serving. There are two size options, small and large, and eight of five color combinations. Ekobo Recycled Bamboo Strainer and Pouring Bowl Set
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GREAT FOR AFRICAN HAIR AND PARKS
Salwa Petersen is a native of Chad, a beauty expert and businesswoman who has managed to bottle an effective version of chebe, a traditional Chadian hair treatment that, like the original herbs, promotes strong and long hair. Their multi-award winning Chebe du Chad (vegan) hair cream and plant-based comb that cannot be kept in stock are now available in an organic cotton bag with an ethical print. This limited edition gift set is on sale now, so hurry while supplies last. Last but not least, 2% of the price of all their products is donated to the Network of African Conservation Parks. Salwa Petersen Limited Edition Gift Bag
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A CUP OF LOVE
Stojo knows that this product will save thousands of disposable cups, and more importantly, he hopes it will inspire new conversations and new habits that respect the planet. Take your smoothie, beer, coffee or whatever, wherever your heart desires in your 16 oz mug. Imagine a year with coffee but without the waste of more than 300 disposable cups … You can do it! And the straw provides a splash-proof sip. Available in 25 cute color combinations. Stojo 16oz Tumbler
