We love this brand for two main reasons:
1. The jewelry is absolutely beautiful. With an array of vibrant colors and patterns, and a bracelet, necklace and earring collection, there really is something for everyone. (They even have a kiddie line!) With handmade, glass-beaded bracelets running in the $20 to $30 range, they’re also pleasantly inexpensive, which means you can order a few without breaking the bank, which is great news because they really look beautiful stacked together on your arm. They’re beauty and reasonable price point also make them the perfect gift for friends and family.
2. The bracelets are handcrafted by artisans in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. The brand gives more than 70 percent of profits back to Nepal with the goal of empowering Nepali artisans to overcome poverty through fair trade.
From the Shake Co. website:
“We partner with several organizations in Nepal that train and employ hundreds of artisans in rural communities. Our fair trade partners are focused on gender equality and empowering women. Fair trade is best known for producers getting a fair price for their goods. The women at our co-ops earn a living wage that exceeds the local minimum wage. Fair Trade enables sustainable development and community empowerment by cultivating a more equitable global trade model that benefits workers, consumers, industry and the earth.”
Fashion with a cause? Is there really anything better?
Added bonus: The bracelets are all roll-ons, which means you don’t have to chase down annoying clasps or find someone to help you put them on. Simply slip your hand through the bracelet and roll.