Businesses Making a Difference
Here is a list of businesses that are making a positive difference in the world today. All of the businesses mentioned in the book are in this directory as well as many others currently doing excellent work around the globe.
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A collection of accessories and clothing based on hand crafting traditions around the world. Each product is ethically produced by skilled artisans, often living in places of socio-political strife. A percentage of profits goes directly to the artisans, as well as Counterpart International, a non-profit that donates medical supplies to Darfur.
This Portland-based fashion designer seamlessly intertwines her knowledge of "Italian street couture" and her commitment to using sustainable materials and a globally responsible business model.
Recycled, stylish one-of-a-kind leather bags from Vancouver designer, Ashley Watson.
Azalea offers a full line of eco-friendly men's, women's, and "beauty bar" products. From wildlife preservation to pesticide-free farming to poverty relief, each brand supports a cause worth buying for.
Casual clothing for men & women made from soft, beautiful, durable and sustainable bamboo.
Gorgeously wearable and feminine designs made from organic cotton, bamboo, and recycled fabric.
Blue Canoe manufactures the highest quality organic cotton clothing. They offer a wide range of organic cotton yoga apparel and organic cotton casual clothing as well as organic cotton lingerie.
High quality men's dress shirts in organic cotton
CERTIFIED jeans are made from 100% organic / transitional cotton grown without chemicals in the USA. Wear what you care - organic cotton jeans
Conscious Clothing offers a line of hemp wedding gowns, bridesmaids' dresses and flower girl dresses. In addition to bridal wear, they offer beautiful evening gowns suitable for gala events.
ConsignmentShops.com is the most convenient way to find a list of consignment shops, resale shops, thrift shops, and antique shops across the nation and beyond.
Styling the world of change, changing the world of style, coolnotcruel caters to the urban chic, fashion conscious, socially and environmentally responsible consumer. Their dedication to environmental responsibility begins with the materials used in their clothing and accessories: certified organic cotton, undyed Alpaca wool, silk, hemp, Tencel.
Del Forte makes seriously sweet denim duds from 100% organic cotton. Plus, this LA-based company collaborates with The Sustainable Cotton Project and has a jean recycling program.
Ecogear – saving the world one bag at a time – Ecogrear bags are constructed of only PVC-free fabrics and non-toxic dyes, creating an environmentally friendly, quality product for you, the consumer.
Ecoist develops unique gifts and fashion accessories for the eco-minded individual. All of their products are made from recycled, organic, or earth-friendly materials, and are manufactured through their network of fair trade partnerships around the world.
At ECOLUTION, true to the original ideals that inspired their conception in 1990, they have dedicated themselves to working with hemp fiber to produce premium quality natural textile products in the most environmentally-sound way possible.
HEMPY'S is an American manufacturer and worldwide distributor of clothing and accessories made from sustainable materials including hemp, organic cotton, recycled cotton, and recycled synthetics.
Launched in New York City in 2004 by designer Rogan Gregory and Scott Mackinlay Hahn, Loomstate was founded as a casual brand dedicated to creating demand for certified organic cotton using socially and environmentally responsible methods of production.
Loyale Clothing creates feminine and flirty accoutrements. The entire company is infused with eco-goodness; the clothing is produced domestically from eco-fabrics, 3 % of the profits go to environmental non-profit organizations, and loyale uses tree free paper.
Maggie's offers organic apparel for men, women, and children. Products include t-shirts, socks, and tights.
Cruelty-free, vegan bags, purses, and wallets from this Montreal company. Stylish, functional, and affordable designs can be found online or in stores nationwide.
Nau produces functional, sustainable, and stylish sportswear that not only looks good, but is good for the environment.
Of The Earth is always finding new ways to integrate their eco-conscious ideals into our wardrobe. They are the designers and manufacturers of stylish fashion using organic cotton, merino wool, cashmere, silk, linen, ramie, hemp, tencel, soy, bamboo, recycled H2O bottles, and other alternative and organic textiles.
Passenger Pigeon offers great organic cotton laptop cases, bags, and clothing.
Organic cotton and knits for men & women.
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