From cow-print cushions to organic sun care collections, these beachy social businesses embrace the vibe that everyone loves to love: sand, water and sun. But there's one vibe that tops them all and that's the social good spirit.
Some of the innovations featured are items like beach bags to flip flops that you can bring along with you to your favorite beach. Others, however, do the work that's needed to clean beaches up from the mounds of pollution and trash that coasts are subject to. One example of both is Coastal Playground, a social business based in Southern California, that offers a fashion line as well as partnerships with charities in order to beautify coastlines across the already beautiful California. Beachy social businesses will take you into all the seasons -- even winter.
20 Beachy Social Businesses
From Cow-Print Cushions to Organic Sun Care Collections:
Social Business Editor — May 23, 2014 — Social Good
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Fairly Traded Bohemian Bags
The JADEtribe Line is Sustainable, Handmade and Natural
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Portable Wind Turbines
You Can Charge Any USB Device with the Tiny Eco 'Trinity'
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Artisanal Organic Cotton Fashion
The One Mango Tree Spring/Summer Collection is Low-Key
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Modern Beachy Tie-Dye Fashions
The Océé Collection Features Stunning Looks for the Beach
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Philanthropic Woven Accessories
Pura Vida Bracelets Supports Artistans in Costa Rica
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Casual Children's Cause Clothing
'ever/after' is a Brand That Reflects a Californian Lifestyle
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Fair Trade Eco-Tourism
Bespoke Experience Uses Commercial Travel for Poverty Alleviation
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Discarded Designer Duds
Rags2Riches is a Social Business That Creates Handbags Out of Scraps
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Beach-Beautification Clothing Lines
Coastal Playground Donates Profits to Keep Shorelines Clean
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Sustainable Interiors
Interface Believes in All Ps: People, Process, Product, Place and Profits
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Landfill-Saving Shoes
IndoSole Uses Old Tires and Transforms Them into Eco-Friendly Footwear
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Cow-Print Cushions
Deep Dark Africa Creates Simple Fair Trade Home Design
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Caring Handcrafted Jewelry
31 Bits Gives Ugandan Women a Safe Network of Creation
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Organic Sun Care Collections
COOLA Offers Environmentally Friendly Sunscreen Products
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Fair Trade Woven Panniers
BasketBasket Offers Handmade French-Style Couffins
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Crafty Artisan-Made Computer Cases
'Intrinsic' Leverages the Creative Skills of Kenyan Workers
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Global Community Clothing Brands
Alternative Apparel Straddles the Line Between Corporate & Social
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Crocheted Tin Tab Placemats
1,080 Ring Pulls Were Used to Make Each of These Da-Lata Placemats
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Fair Trade Wine Pouches
'Palesa' Symbolizes Strength, Motherhood and Consciousness
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Ethical Vacation Choices
Responsible Travel is a Locally-Oriented Online Portal
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Snarkitecture Embraces Recycled Materials for This Store
Retro Music-Themed Swimwear
The New Vilebrequin X The Beach Boys Collaboration is Vibrantly Hued
Woman-Owned Eco Totes
Digital Avenue is a Woman-Founded Spunky Tote Bag Brand Based in Toronto
Seaweed-Based Shoe Packaging
Ales Grey & Sway Partnered on Sustainable Footwear Packaging
Water-Inspired Sustainable Fashion
Craghoppers Unveils a New Collection for the SS23 Season
Outdoor-Focused Sandal Collections
KEEN Reveal New Sandal Collection with Smokey Bear
Surfer-Inspired Sustainable Swimwear
Outerknown and Seea Launch a New Swim Collection
Eco Cloud-Like Slides
The UGG Sugarcloud Slide is Made from Soft, Sustainable Materials
Beautifying Beach Club Pop-Ups
NYX Professional Makeup's Covent Garden Pop-Up is Barbie Pink
Cozy Sustainable Fashion
Good For Sunday Offers Curated Cozies that are Perfect for Fall
Limited-Edition Tote Bag Series
How Long Gone Joins Forces with Pacific Tote Company
3D-Printed Seaweed Chairs
Interesting Times Gang's Sugar Kelp Chair is Made from Brown Seaweed
Sustainable Beauty Bars
Sunniemade Offers an Array of Hand + Body and Hair Sustainable Swaps
Disruptive Sun Care Pop-Ups
Sun Bum's Good Days Daily Bodega Inspires Refreshed Routines
Eco-Friendly Bath Essentials
Bebo Seeks to Reimagine the Packaging of Kid's Bath Products
Sustainable Crochet Unisex Handbags
Our Legacy Launches a New Range of Handmade Crochet Bags
Biomaterial Leather Bags
A Big Indian Story is Bringing Sustainable Fashion to India
Eco Mission-Inspired Bracelets
Ecoalition Launches Eco-Friendly Bracelets to Support Its Mission
Upcycled Beauty Retail Interiors
Nina+Co Uses Salvaged Materials and Biotextiles for This Project
Botanical Marketplace Concepts
Taylor Corzine's The Local Collective Emphasizes Community
Fast Food-Inspired Beachy Campaigns
Leo Burnett Italia Unveils a New Summery McDonald's Campaign
Ayurveda-Inspired Yoga Products
Mindful Collective Co. Unveils b, halfmoon
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
Luxury Skincare Brands
Cozy Earth's Fount Society Emphasizes Natural and Sustainable Products
Soothing Oceanic Scrubs
Chillhouse's Under the Sea Body Scrub Features Spirulina & Hawaiian Sand
Inflatable Tote-Style Seats
The Bag Sofa Can Be Easily Carried for Relaxation from Anywhere
Upcycled Leather Bag Designs
Síofra Caherty Turns Waste Materials into Special Bag Designs
Cosmetic Sustainability Projects
LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics Announces Sustainability Initiative
Sustainable Seaweed Resin Packaging
TPSea from Sway is Suited for Replacing Flexible Plastics
Colorful Dog Bed Collections
HAY Dogs and Holly Golightly Join Forces on New Designs
Upcycled PET Yarn Fabrics
'S. Cafe OCEAN' is a Line of Yarn Textiles Made from Ocean Plastics
Organic Gradient Sunscreens
COOLA's Sunscreen Packaging Designs Convey Efficacy & Innovation
Immersive Sports Supplies Stores
Picturesque Studio Debuts a Playful Retail Store for Vegas Sports
Sea-Inspired Luxe Swimwear Collections
A Burberry Summer Arrives for the SS23 Season of Warm Looks
Playful Cafe Merch Collections
This Dunkin' Merch Celebrates the Summer Season
Coastal Autumn-Ready Clothing Collections
The Taylor Stitch Breakwater Collection is Ruggedly Chic
Woven Sandal Collections
Malibu Sandals Unveils Its New Spring '24 Collection
Campsite-Inspired Timber Beach Homes
Refresh Design Creates the Cozy Baker Boys Beach House
Ocean-Friendly Skincare
Oceanly Shares Solid Skincare in 100% Plastic Free Packaging
Soft Sustainable Coolers
Out of the Woods Makes Reusable Bags Made from Supernatural Paper
Eco Cartoon Body Care
This Lush Cosmetics x SpongeBob Collab is Plastic-Free & Supports the Sea
Casual Beach-Themed Apparel
HUMAN MADE Introduces its New Beach-Themed Collection on HBX
Spring-Ready Pastel Outdoor Collections
Clare and Industry West Join Forces on a Collection
Flood-Proof Raft-Inspired Sofas
Mother Releases the Bliss Soda for New York Design Week
Circular Fashion Pop-Ups
The Coachtopia Pop-Up Brings Luxury Circular Fashion to Gen Z
Versatile Beach Chairs
The Shorebird Beach Chair Boasts Premium Materials and Craftsmanship
Vegan Sportswear Pop-Ups
Hylo Athletics' Pop-Up at Harrods Includes a Recycling Component
Spring Bring-Ready Apparel
SHEIN Offers a Range of Swimwear and Vacation Outfits
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
Balearic Island Housing Projects
The Life Reusing Posidonia Project has 14 Dwellings on the Island
Sustainable Premium Wooden Accessories
Oakywood Updates Workspaces with Wooden Eco Designs
Western-Inspired Textiles
Slowtide Partners With Jess Mudgett On a Limited-Edition Capsule
Riviera-Inspired Retail Experiences
Balmain Beach Club Brings France to Neiman Marcus Customers
Playful Limited-Edition Travel Accessories
Cartolina and Neely & Chloe Launch an Ethereal Line
50s-Inspired Rebellious Fashion
GOOMHEO's Dystopian Beach is Designed for the SS23 Season
Innovative Seaweed Fabrics
PhycoLabs Harnesses the Potential of Seaweed in Textile Production
Stylish Bamboo Resort Towels
Cozy Earth Introduces Its New Classic Stripe Resort Towel
Climate-Positive Outdoor Apparel
Askov Finlayson Launches North Swimwear for Earth Month
Sustainable Beachwear Collections
Parley for the Oceans and Dior Launch New Beachwear Collection
Cozy Reimagined Shoes
Birkenstock’s New Collection with Vince Skelley Explores Mid-Century Design
Elegant Bath Collections
Cozy Earth Announced Its Luxurious Nantucket Bath Collection in 2024
Customizable Home Decor Collections
The Conceptual 'Rebound' Furniture Collection is Modular
Sustainability Driven Brand Commitments
Humanscale Celebrates Its Growing Ocean Collection in July
Nature-Emphasizing Outdoor Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Spring/SSummer 2024 Collection
Eco Tech Accessory Pop-Ups
The CASETiFY Style Lab Highlights the Work of Gen Z Fashion Students
Spring-Inspired Lifestyle Lines
BAGGU Collaborates with Laura Ashley on a Floral Spring Collection
Recycled Ocean Plastic Lighting
LightArt Presents the Ocean Coil Collection of Lamps
Ethical Ocean-Friendly Apparel
Good for Sunday's 'Save the Ocean' Collection is Organically Made
Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules
A Kind of Guise Presents a Look at the SS24 Collection
Ocean Plastic Bag Collections
Out of the Oceans Boasts Stunning Designs & a Sustainable Mission
Shoppable Virtual Beach Houses
The J.Crew Virtual Beach House Shares Interactive Content & Games
Cozy Collaborative Sandal Series
Stüssy and Birkenstock Join Forces Again on Footwear
Open-Air Summer Workstations
The Flipz On Summer Chair Supplies Shade and Supports Snacking
Beachy Shower Scrubs
Lush’s Life’s a Beach “Showder” Polishes Skin with Sea Salt & Sand
Upcycled Carrying Bags
Targus Unveiled its 'Coastline EcoSmart' Collection at CES 2024
Plastic Waste Brand Initiatives
Roberts Beauty Partnered with Oceanworks to Reduce Plastic Use
Practical Stylish Boots
SeaVees' Adventure Collection is Both Timeless and Comfortable
Customizable White-Label Consumables
Printify Offers On-Demand Consumables for Brands & Businesses
Coastal-Themed Fall Streetwear
Banks Journal Presents its Latest Designs for the FW22 Season
Reformulated Skincare Rebrands
Bath & Body Works Underwent a Large-scale Shift to Cleaner Products
Beachside Home Fragrances
Pura & Mersea Dropped Relaxing Home Fragrances That Remind of the Sea
Plastic-Free Personal Care Products
Community Goods Touts Eco-Friendly Solutions and Packaging
Coconut-Encased Candles
Backyrd Candles Boasts a Unique and Eco-Conscious Product Range
Plastic-Free Solid Cosmetics
ATTITUDE's Solid Makeup Line is Housed in Biodegradable Packaging
Sunset-Inspired Pastel Tote Bags
The LL Bean Tote Bags Get a Pastel Colorway Palette
Eco-Friendly Gin Brand Apparel
The Gray Whale Gin Sustainable Apparel Collection Raises Awareness
Supportive Surfer-Approved Sandals
The Klly Sandal Offers Optimal Support for Alignment
Curated Eco-Friendly Marketplaces
Me Mother Earth Boasts Eco Products for Various Purposes
Woodsy Natural Fall Cosmetics
These Beloved by Love Beauty and Planet Products Welcome Fall
Ocean-Friendly Upholstery Textiles
The 'Sport' Textiles Are Crafted From Shoreline-Sourced Plastic
Vibrantly Designed Spring Apparel
Yardsale Presents its Latest Collection for Spring 2023
Playful Eco-Friendly Tech Accessories
The Samsung Eco-Friends Collection Has 55 Products
Conscious Retailer eCommerce Initiatives
The Klarna Conscious Brands Collections is Easy to Shop
Beach Club-Inspired Holiday Homes
YSG Re-Designs This Stunning Sydney Coastal Home
Aquatic Shoreline Conservation Stools
The 'Tidal Stool' Supports Shoreline Ecology in Hong Kong
Sporty All-Inclusive Retreats
Rise Up Surf Retreats Offers a Unique and Holistic Experience
Seaside-Influenced Fall Menswear
Forét Presents its Latest Collection Designed for FW24
Luxury Contemporary Bath Collections
Cozy Earth Introduces the New Luxe Bath Collection
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Upcycled Watch Collections
Armitron and Tide Ocean SA Unveil a Collaborative Watch Collection
Groovy Eco-Friendly Leisurewear
Hagon Workshop's Bright New Pieces are Made from Preloved Textiles
Eatery-Backed Mental Health Counseling
Original ChopShop Inspires Guests to ‘Just Feel Good’
Upcycled Fabric Home Goods
Sunbrella ReMade Items are Made from Upcycled Sunbrella Fabrics
Kindness-Promoting Marketing Campaigns
Once Upon a Coconut Launches 1 Million Acts of Kindness
Sustainability-Focused Home Decor
Williams-Sonoma GreenRow Has Items for the Whole Home
Polished Sustainable Boots
REEF Unveils Eco-Conscious Fall Boot Collection
Traditional Chinese-Inspired Wavy Furniture
Sun at Six Designs the New Dynamic Wave Collection
Dessert-Inspired Spring Collections
Woodys SS24 Collection Focuses on Color and Quality
Circular Sustainable Apparel
The PANGEA Mangrove Sunglasses Help Fund the Mangrove Cleanup
California-Inspired Outdoor Furniture
Bosquet Joins Les Ensembliers on a New Outdoor Capsule
Pre-Loved Clothing Initiatives
Cornish Brand Seasalt Launches a Resale Program with Reskinned
Solution-First Beauty Brands
Skincare-Beauty Brand Good Weird Launches its First Collection
Sleek Printed Swimwear Collections
Dolly Presents a Look at its New Swimwear Collection
Upcycled Volleyball Trophies
This Plastic Trophy Aims to Promote Sustainability Of Oceans
Ocean-Saving Crewnecks
Good for Sunday's Save the Ocean Bamboo Crewneck
Eccentrically Tailored Spring Fashion
The Coach Spring/Summer 2023 Set is Inspired by the Sunrise
Chic Sustainable Side Tables
The 'Oceanides' Table Collection Features Natural Materials
Cozy Cashmere Clothing Lines
Cozy Earth Takes It to the Next Level with Quintessential Cashmere
Sustainable Dairy-Branded Apparel
Organic Valley Releases a Collection of Sustainable Apparel
Beachy Embroidered Fashion Capsules
HUMAN MADE Delivers the Beach Pile Sets to Round out Summer
Size-Inclusive Summer Fashion
Hayden LA's Summer Staples Boast Whimsical Floral Patterns
Earth-Honoring Spring Fashion
BOTTER Presents its New Collection for the SS23 Season
3D-Woven Textile Lighting Collections
Aleksandra Gaca Unveils the Coastal Breeze Collection
Sophisticated Handcrafted Beachwear
The Cartolina Colette Caftan is Effortlessly Elegant
Plant-Based Lifestyle Getaways
Calabash Cove Resort & Spa in Saint Lucia Offers a Unique Service
Outdoor Activity Challenges
L.L.Bean is Inviting People Outside for Mental Health Awareness Month
Circular Collaborative Seating Designs
Aquafil Joins noho and ECONYL on a New Project
Smart Customized Footwear Designs
Kristýna Hrabánková Designs New Sandals for URBNC3
Mental Health Branding Initiatives
L.L.Bean Digitally Detoxed for Mental Health Awareness Month
Slogan-Detailed Graphic Tee Capsules
Soho Yacht Club Suggests to Do Something Nice Today
Beachy-Themed Lifestyle Sneakers
Overkill Joins PUMA On the New Ocean Drive Pack of Shoes
Leather Waste Beanbag Chairs
Studio Simone Post Joins Yoon Seok-Hyeon on Four-Tenths
Vibrant Summery Skate Streetwear
Always Do What You Should Do Drops a NOAH Collection
Circular Luxury Clubs
'More' Supports More Conscious Shopping and More Accessible Luxury
Landscape-Inspired Vibrant Sweaters
Cold Picnic Delivers Sweaters with the Affection Collection
Eco-Friendly Travel Cosmetics
The KinKind Travel Sets Bring Natural Cosmetics on the Road
Coastal Charity-Supporting Beers
This Light-Bodied Ale is Generating Funds For Coastal Causes
Island-Inspired Vibrant Fashion
Marni and No Vacancy Drop the Nature of the Broom Series
Social Good Yogurt Lines
Yogurtland Debuts a Branded Apparel and Accessories Collection
Nature-Inspired Lounge Furniture Series
Encore Presents the Mayland Guest + Lounge Collection