# Customizable Charity-Driven Accessories C4 Belts are Socially Conscious and Eco-Friendly By Rebecca Byers | Published 2012-05-27 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c4-belts References: [c4belts](http://www.c4belts.com) [C4](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c4-energy-1) Belts is a fashion social enterprise founded by four American friends sharing a house in China. The C4 Belts line allows customization of the color of the belt itself and the buckle, and also allows the customer to choose a cause toward which the donation portion of the price goes. The four causes supported by C4 Belts are the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the Human Rights Campaign, Project Kaisei and Kiva. There are 20 colors to choose from for the two parts of the belt. The stylish belts serve a basic purpose as well, since the group was first inspired to design better belts as they became bored with a [boring leather belt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit). The belts are also waterproof, vegan and eco-friendly and can be customized into up to 400 combinations. **Contact Information** C4 Belts [website](http://www.c4belts.com) C4 Belts on [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/C4Belts) C4 Belts on [Twitter](http://twitter.com/c4belts) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Social Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialbusiness) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Customization in Fashion:** Opportunity to create customizable accessories that allow consumers to personalize their style and make a social impact through charitable donations. - **Socially Conscious Fashion:** Growing trend of socially conscious fashion brands that support charitable causes, appealing to consumers who want to align their purchases with their values. - **Eco-friendly Accessories:** Increasing demand for eco-friendly accessories that are made with sustainable materials and production methods, addressing the growing concern for environmental sustainability. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can tap into the demand for customizable accessories that support charitable causes, providing a unique selling point for their brand and attracting socially conscious consumers. - **Nonprofit Organizations:** Nonprofits can partner with fashion brands to create custom accessories that raise funds for their causes, expanding their reach and engaging with a wider audience. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Sustainable fashion brands can incorporate environmentally friendly materials and manufacturing processes into their accessory lines, meeting the demand for eco-friendly products and appealing to conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Emergency Tracking Belt Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-x-recco-stretch-belt.md) - [Silicone Eco-Friendly Wristbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexi-bands.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Taco-Holding Belt Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venmo-taco-bellt.md) - [Veteran-Supporting Energy Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c4-energy-1.md) - [Inclusivity-Promoting Four-Piece Bracelet Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourpiece-bracelet-set.md) - [Charming Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clementine-grove.md) - [Sophisticated Belt Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-clio.md) - [Sustainable Indian Streetwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloveify.md)