Amanda Hearst's Sustainable Gift Guide
Maison de Mode's co-founder gives her tips for shopping sustainably this holiday season.
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It's no secret that Amanda Hearst knows how to live life green. As the co-founder of Maison de Mode, a retailer that bills itself as a "luxury ethical fashion" company that has an entire page dedicated to its sustainability goals, Hearst has made sustainability not only a noble aspiration, but also a chic lifestyle. Here, she tips us off on some of the best sustainably made gifts to get your loved ones (or yourself) for this holiday season.
These made-to-order slides are the perfect gift for someone heading to a warmer climate for the holidays. And they are handmade in Brazil and hand-painted by local artists in Miami - which means that you could literally find out who made your shoes if you wanted.
This hand-blown carafe set is probably the chicest alternative to plastic cups and bottles overflowing our landfills and oceans. I usually keep the carafe and one glass by my bed in case I get thirsty in the night.
I’ve been big fan of this sustainable fashion brand because they are equal parts eco and ethical. All knits are handmade (with love!) by artisans in Peru who use natural materials like alpaca wool.
This selection of perfumes -created by actress Michelle Pfeiffer - are Cradle-to-Cradle certified, which means that every single ingredient has been vetted against the strictest standards for health and safety. They also just smell great - my favorite scent is ‘Dark is Night’.
This 100% cruelty-free company makes all their faux fur coats in NYC at a fair-trade factory. The excess materials then get made into scarves and charms, instead of heading to the landfill.
I just bought this purse in silver for myself and I have to say that this accessories line’s bags are some of the best I’ve found in the cruelty-free fashion space. And this piece happens to be made of faux leather made from pineapple skins - which is a pretty good conversation starter!
All these platters - which can be used in the kitchen or as decorative objects on the wall - are handmade in Africa, with 100% of proceeds supporting the education of the people who made them.
These fun and affordable charms are mindfully handmade in NYC with zero mercury, recycled gold, and ethically-sourced semi-precious stones. They are also a super versatile gift that can be worn as an earring, necklace or bracelet charm.
From the packaging to the products, this vegan beauty company is 100% non-toxic and sustainable. I love the brand so much that I even had the Savannah Peach collection in my wedding gift bags!
This socially-conscious perfume company has just launched 3 candles based on their best-selling scents. My favorite is ‘Tiger by Her Side’.
You can’t go wrong with gifting a cozy robe - and so why not buy one that’s comfortable AND sustainable. This particular one is handmade with 100% organic Italian cashmere in a family-owned factory in Romania.
These beachy bags are made by female artisans in Ecuador, which means the company provides these women with additional income at a fair price. The brand also uses eco-friendly materials such as toquilla straw to make their playful pieces.
Swarovski is an incredibly sustainably-minded company, and their Atelier Swarovski collections are an ideal example of the brand’s eco ethos. For example, these stunning earring are made with lab-grown diamonds, topa and rubies with 18K fair-trade white gold. This type of jewel cultivation is better for people, environment - and your jewelry collection!
These fashionable sneakers have become a mainstay in my day-to-day wardrobe because they come in a variety of colors, are comfortable enough to wear all day AND they are 100% cruelty-free. Instead, they are made with recycled plastic and hemp for the laces, and for each pair sold, the brand plants a tree in a deforested area.
