35 Socially Aware Accessories

From Afghan Heritage Jewelry to Flat-Top Shades

— September 22, 2011 — Social Good
When it comes to fashion and design, a small touch goes a long way -- and these socially aware accessories prove that you can say yes to the best even while staying true to your ethics. Whatever they may be.

From afghan heritage jewelry to flat-stop shades and peace pillows, this collection of socially aware accessories will have you rockin' out for a good cause. Some of theses social businesses, like Elvis & Kresse, emphaize side of environmental causes, while others, like Falling Whistles and One Mango Tree, focus on people through fair trade and community involvement.

Some might argue that there might come a day when all brands and companies -- no matter how big or small -- will have to adhere to the triple bottom line. Of course, our so-called global village is nowhere near that now, but these socially aware accessories are a start to creating more and more products with purpose.
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Fire-Fighting Accessories
Fire-Fighting Accessories
Dress like the Men in Uniform with the Elvis & Kresse Firehose Belt
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Flashy Fair Trade Accessories
Flashy Fair Trade Accessories
Cambodian Threads Designs Vibrant Colored Ties, Bags and Wallets
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Anti-War Whistleblowers (UPDATE)
Anti-War Whistleblowers (UPDATE)
The Falling Whistles Company Aims to Help Congo Through Activism
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Floral Fair-Trade Floor Rugs
Floral Fair-Trade Floor Rugs
The Flower Collection by Armadillo and Co Offers Unassuming Eco Decor
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Anti-War Whistleblowers
Anti-War Whistleblowers
Falling Whistles is an Organization Dedicated to Speaking up for Freedom
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Socially Conscious Scarves
Socially Conscious Scarves
The Fairtrade Foundation Raises Awareness with Fair-Trade Fashion
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Tribal Wooden Stamps
Tribal Wooden Stamps
A Trade for a Trade Makes Incredibly Creative Designs
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Benevolent Beaded Bangles
Benevolent Beaded Bangles
The FEED Kenya Bracelet is a Stylish Strategy to Feed Hungry Children
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Stylishly Personalized Eyewear
Stylishly Personalized Eyewear
Custom Made Warby Parker Glasses by You
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Ethical Silk Scarves
Ethical Silk Scarves
‘Cambodian Threads’ Gives School Supplies to Impoverished Kids
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Afghan Heritage Jewelry
Afghan Heritage Jewelry
The Pippa Small for Turquoise Mountain Collection is Jewelry with a Cause
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Charitable Spectacles
Charitable Spectacles
The Warby Parker 'Japhy' Glasses Raise Money for Breast Cancer
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Psychedelic Handmade Belts
Psychedelic Handmade Belts
The Andean Collection is a Vivid and Ethical Line of Fashion
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Recycled Bullet Necklaces
Recycled Bullet Necklaces
Lovella Conto's 'Akawelle' Jewelry Line Wants Peace, Not War
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Making Fair-Trade Goods Feasible
Making Fair-Trade Goods Feasible
The CraftNetwork
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Upcycled Utilitarian Products
Upcycled Utilitarian Products
Elvis & Kresse's Reclaimed Fire Hose Accessories is Eco-Chic
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Socially Responsible Neckwear
Socially Responsible Neckwear
FIGS Ties Combines Luxe Materials and a One-for-One Model
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Cow-Print Cushions
Cow-Print Cushions
Deep Dark Africa Creates Simple Fair Trade Home Design
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Fire Hose Accessories
Fire Hose Accessories
British Company is Upcycling Fire Hoses for a Fashionable Effect
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Cheap Charity Spectacles
Cheap Charity Spectacles
Warby Parker Eyewear is as Affordable as it is Fashionable
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Sharp Socially-Aware Glasses
Sharp Socially-Aware Glasses
Warby Parker Distributes Eyewear Using a One-for-One Model
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One-for-One Glasses
One-for-One Glasses
TOMS Eyewear is the Next Chapter in this Innovative Business Model
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Culturally Relevant Luggage
Culturally Relevant Luggage
Ethnotek Creates Bags Using Direct Fabric Trade
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Human-Oriented Handicrafts
Human-Oriented Handicrafts
Tekoha Promotes Sustainable Development for Brazilian Artisans
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Newsworthy Flip Flops
Newsworthy Flip Flops
Paper Flops are Made Using Upcycled Newspapers
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Flat-Top Shades
Flat-Top Shades
Look Super Sleek and Stylish in These One-for-One '4sight' Sunglasses
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Responsible Bedroom Slippers
Responsible Bedroom Slippers
The Chilote House Shoe is Eco and Ethically Principled
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Peace Pillows
Peace Pillows
Oimei Co. is a Fair Trade Business Re-Investing Profits in Peacebuilding Initiatives
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Upcycled Weapon Necklaces
Upcycled Weapon Necklaces
B-Side Jewelry's Gun Reclamation Project
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Socially Minded Lifestyle Brands
Socially Minded Lifestyle Brands
Elvis & Kresse Creates Accessories out of Reclaimed Fire Hoses
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Fair Trade Ugandan Goods
Fair Trade Ugandan Goods
One Mango Tree's Clothing and Accessories Have a Beautiful Story
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Hand-Dyed Ikat Handbags
Hand-Dyed Ikat Handbags
Push Pull Cambodia is a Social Enterprise with a Sense of Style
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Literary Smartphone Covers
Literary Smartphone Covers
Speck x Out of Print Novel Cases Bring Back Classic Stories
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Disabled Artisan Jewelry Collections
Disabled Artisan Jewelry Collections
The People Tree Wheelchair Campaign with Bombolulu
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Recycled Magazine Vases
Recycled Magazine Vases
Filipinas Fair Trade Venture Group Makes Eco-Friendly Handcrafts
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