Some things are better the second time around. Case in point: Ecoist’s collection of fashion accessories designed and made entirely from repurposed Coke Cola labels. Ecoist sources its raw materials from Coke manufacturers in Peru (rescuing the misprinted or discontinued), and local artisans weave labels into a variety of bags and clutches. Check out the process here.
According to Ecoist, the collection is certified fair trade, and they plant a tree with each purchase. It’s partnership with soft drink juggernaut like Coke may not be able to help rescue the millions of bottles consumed and cast off in other parts of the world, but keeping the manufacture of their styling accessories local keeps the footprint small.
Baguette Clutch, $48 at Ecoist or check out the entire Coke collection.
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Check out these recycled handbags and wallets that are handmade from discarded truck and car tire inner-tubes. These fashionable purses are being made by Uca Ruffatti, an artisan group based in El Salvador that is providing employment for their community, fair living wages, training and job security. They collect and recycle inner-tubes that have been accumulated and would be thrown into landfills that pollute the Earth. Each purse has its own distinct markings that come from the factories where the inner tube was manufactured. These very cool handbags can be found at http://planetonegifts.com/retipu.html