Jewelry always makes a great gift. Whether you lean bohemian or mod, there are a variety of sustainable yet stylish adornment options to lend that added something to your look. Check out our suggestons below for the perfect eco stocking stuffer…
STUDIO 1 A.M. INDUSTRIAL BLOOM NECKLACE – $48
Studio 1 a.m.’s Industrial Bloom has a delicate flowerlike facade that contrasts with the industrial materials from which it’s made. Shavings of Hytrel, a high tech thermoplastic elastomer, are typically discarded during the machining process. Each is combined with black or orange rubber cord to offset the graceful white flower.
$48 from Studio 1 a.m.
STUDIO 1 A.M. CORK CUFF – $48
Studio 1 a.m’s cork cuff, made from 100% recycled cork, is a great unisex option that combines natural materials with a modern aesthetic.
$48 from Studio 1 a.m.
K.TALIS RECLAIMED JEWELRY
K.Talis constructs a new environment for found antique and vintage pieces, creating a new narrative that changes one’s perception of the objects by changing their presentation.
$26-125 from K.talis
LUCINA FAIRTRADE JEWELRY
Lucina brings together the craftsmanship of artisans in developing countries to create gorgeously unique jewelry and accessories.
$46 and up from Lucina
RECYCLED SILVER TAGS
An updated version of ‘dogtags’ for mom, dad, or child, these necklaces are made from silver that is reclaimed from film.
$7 – 95 from Mommy Tags
INDIO COLLECTION BY VIK JEWELRY
Vicky Diandre’s Indio Collection incorporates natural items, like bamboo, seeds and Capim Dourado, from her homeland of Brasil. Capim Dourado, “Golden Grass”, is a plant that grows only in the Tocantins region of Brasil. The grass shines like gold, and has been used to make bags and small objects crafted by artisans in the area. Only these artisans can actually purchase the grass and work it, and each of the them is limited to buying no more than 30 kilos per year. This is done to protect the material, as over-harvesting of the plant could hasten its extinction.
$42-180 from Vik Jewelry
[...] Quando ne abbiamo l’occasione, ci piace segnalare i designer che realizzano gioielli utilizzando materiali riciclati o di scarto. Nel caso dei gioielli Industrial Bloom, la forma floreale caratterizzante è in contrasto con il materiale utilizzato per la realizzazione. Infatti questi gioielli sono nascono dall’Hytrel (un elastomero termoplastico), o meglio, dai suoi scarti di produzione, che vengono recuperati e trasformati in ornamento floreale per collane, bracciali e anelli. I prezzi sono sicuramente abbordabili e variano dai 22 dollari per l’anello ai 48 dollari per la collana. (via Inhabitat) [...]