Article: Sustainable Gift Guide
Sustainable Gift Guide
The Ultimate Guide to Ethically Elevated Gifts: Thoughtful and Sustainable Holiday Presents so you can shop with Purpose
2024 Holiday Shopping Guide: The Best Ethical Gifts for Her
Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season that aligns with your values? We’ve curated a selection of ethically elevated gifts — from fair trade jewelry to sustainable leather bags — designed to make your holiday shopping purposeful and impactful. Whether you're celebrating Christmas or simply spreading holiday cheer, these thoughtful gift ideas are perfect for every person on your list.
No matter who you're shopping for — mom, grandma, best friend, colleague, teacher, or partner — our guide to ethical and sustainable gifts for her will be your go-to resource for finding consciously crafted presents that show you care about quality and ethics for every budget, there’s something for everyone on here.
Explore our curated list to discover the diverse range of gifts from some of our favorite brands. Dive into our Gifts for Her collection, or explore our full range of holiday gifts for everyone on your list. Make this season special with gifts that make an impact.
Gifts For the Hostess:
Hand Blown Recycled Glass Tumblers from East Fork Pottery: These cuties are sure to receive all the compliments when the gals come over for Margs or brunch mimosas. East Fork is also giving back to the Asheville community that was affected by Hurricane Helene.
Hand Poured Candles Non-Toxic Candles:
Bring warmth and purpose to your home with these beautiful hand poured candles. Crafted by talented female artisan refugees, each candle not only fills your space with a beautiful fragrance, but also empowers lives. It’s a meaningful way to create a cozy atmosphere while giving back—a true win-win!
Olive Wood Salad Servers: Transform your dining experience with these exquisite serving utensils. Handcrafted by skilled artisans who are paid a living wage, these utensils are not only beautifully designed but also ethically sourced from sustainably harvested materials.
The best tea that gives back, Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, saffron has been prized in many wellness traditions for mental health and more. Saffron also provides new economic opportunities for farmers and women in Afghanistan.
Vintage Kantha Cotton Bedspread :
A beautiful bedspread, to bring charm and tradition to your bedroom with a luxurious vintage kantha bedspread, crafted by layering cotton sari fabrics in vibrant, reversible designs. Each piece carries the character of its past, with unique faded or flawed patches that tell a story of its history
Gifts For the Traveler:
This bag can do it all, going from airport to office to diaper bag to carry-on. The perfect amount of pockets (inside & out) with a luggage strap and the option to wear it as a backpack.
These little reusable sandwich bags are the perfect bags for everyday, but also for on the go to reuse throughout your travel.
The perfectly organized makeup bag to keep everything you need in the perfect place. This design lay-flats so you can see everything wherever you go.
The perfect on the go bottle to brew your coffee or tea. This purchase also gives the gift of clean water to those in need around the world.
Gifts For the Fashionista:
The bag of the season-trendy, ethical, and designed to elevate every outfit. Spacious enough for everything you need, yet stylish enough to turn heads, it’s the perfect companion for a sustainable wardrobe upgrade.
The perfect weight, hand knit sweater to wear all season long (and every fall/winter after). A beautiful, timeless design that will last for years to come.
The cutest sustainable dress, crafted from buttery 100% linen and adorned with mother-of-pearl buttons, pintucks, and ruffled hems, this piece combines elegance with versatility. It's the perfect garment to dress up or down for any occasion.
The dreamiest pjs you’ve ever seen. Makes the perfect gift for the gal who has it all.
Crafted from recycled gold filled metal, each earring features a unique and eye-catching freshwater pearl drop, ensuring every pair is one of a kind. Handmade and the perfect addition to any wardrobe.
A thicker, ring that can stand alone or is also made to stack. The brand also uses jewelry as a force for good. They’re committed to using high-quality materials, making ethically-sourced pieces that you'll love for years and years.
Shop with purpose this holiday season and make your gift-giving impactful. By choosing thoughtful, ethical, or even handmade presents, you can use your dollars to create positive change and support global communities. Say goodbye to mindless gift-giving—discover unique options for every budget that align with your values and contribute to a better world for your family to thrive in. If you need anymore convincing to shop ethically, browse our website
