Fall in Love with the Wild BC Coast’s Iconic Sitka Tree

Spruce Design Company’s Sitka Tree Pendant will make you fall in love with the natural properties of wood. Sitka trees grow in abundance in the Pacific NW and represent the largest species of Spruce. An iconic symbol of the wild BC coast, some Sitka trees grow to be nearly 300 feet tall and live over 700 years. Each pendant is made from American Black Walnut that has been recycled from the furniture industry.

Proof Bogus Wood Sunglasses, Forward Thinking Eyewear

Proof Eyewear handcrafts impeccable one of a kind glasses made “from the ground up.” Their Bogus line is created from sustainably sourced wood, making them environmentally friendly. Pick from six different eye catching options: 4 mixed color and 2 single color glasses. Extreme care and detail is goes into each frame that Proof makes and delivers. A numberof glasses from their line are capable of supporting prescription lenses.

Wear a Tree Everyday with Cliff’s Line of Cork Belts

Wear a tree on your waist every day thanks to Cliff’s line of cork belts. A more sustainable alternative to leather, cork comes from the outer back of the cork tree. Every nine years or less cork is harvested by hand without harming or killing the actual tree. Cliff’s durability comes from laminating layers of cork to fabric. Overtime cork wears beautifully, without the distressing that occurs in leather. The belt can even be machined washed in cold water. Still concerned with the durability properties of the material? Cork has been used as flooring for centuries in high traffic buildings including banks and the lobbies of iconic government structures. All of Cliff’s accessories are handmade and individually hand crafted.

Tiffany Kunz’s Long Plume Necklace Pays Tribute to the Raven

Tiffany Kunz beautifully abstracts the spread of a raven’s wing in her Long Plume Necklace. Each piece is cast by hand out of reclaimed bronze and finished with an organic coating to protect from sensitivity and tarnish. Tiffany strives to create art in an ethical and environmentally responsible manner using certified fair trade stones and reclaimed metals. All supplies, from pricing tags, look books, and business cards to shipping parcels and jewelry pouches are made from renewable resources or recycled materials.

Urban Lace Jewelry: Elegant Design with the Plant in Mind

Urban Lace Jewelry creates wearable elegant designs that keep the planet in mind. All of their wares are upcycled from inner tubes  otherwise destined for the landfill. A proprietary plant-based formula, developed by the company, is applied post production to each of their accessories, giving them their long-lasting luster while helping them maintain a smooth texture. The fashion forward Necklaces, Bracelets and Earrings are equally celebrated by bicycle enthusiasts and the sustainably conscientious fashionista.

Alexander Trees, One Pair of Trendy Sunglasses = One (or More) Newly Planted Trees

For every pair of sunglasses purchased through Alexander Trees – they plant a tree in its place (often more). The company is committed to being responsible down to the triple bottom line, including the environment and their local community. In support of their commitment,  the business is also a part of the  1% For The Planet program. That means, for the cost of a really great pair of sunglasses you can give back to the environment in multiple ways all while blocking the sun’s harmful rays.

Fly Canvas’ Alton Bag Is Great for Men and Women Because “Everyone Carries Something”

The Alton bag by FlyCanvas is inspired by the haversacks of old and makes a great everyday bag for the urban commuter. The main compartment is large enough to hold a laptop, your daily read, and all necessary accessories. A removable front pocket is a great addition for the little things you can’t live without. The bag itself is made from a combination of new and re-purposed materials, including salvaged airplane leather from California. FlyCanvas is a business with a social mission and are committed to empowering children with the gift of education.

Silvercocoon’s HIVE Band, Wear One of Nature’s Most Notable Patterns

Perfect for both ladies and gents, Silvercocoon‘s HIVE Band mimics its namesake in 3mm felted wool. Depending on the size of your wrist, the HIVE band is available in three different sizes. If the gray is to, gray, for you, the HIVE is also available in four additional colors: magenta, green, teal, & white.

Hanger 3 LA Transit Token Necklace, Wear A Piece of History

Hanger 3 creates a chic accessory out of a piece of history, turning LA’s old Metro Tokens into retro necklaces. When is the last time you used a token for the MTA? When is the last time you used the Metro in Los Angeles? Did you know there is a metro in the city of angels? Each necklace comes with two tokens that were once used in circulation for public transportation on subways and buses.

Julia Vasic’s Melissa Necklace, Elegantly Spun Upcycled T-Shirts

Julia Vasic’s combines conscious luxury, by creating the latest must-have accessory from an upcycled t-shirts. The Melissa Necklace is no exception and is a great addition to any sustainably stylish closet. Wear it to a business meeting or show it off during a night out on the town.

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