37 Perfect Fair Trade Gifts - Unique Ideas for Every Budget

Looking for ideas of fair trade gifts? Here’s an extensive list of beautiful products with a purpose from a few amazing brands: Fair Anita, ABLE, The Little Market, Amour Vert, JOYN, and Fair Trade Winds.

When you’re shopping for gifts, don’t you love finding ones with extra meaning and purpose to them? Ones that are creating jobs for women in developing countries, helping women attend university or making a difference in another way? First of all, what is fair trade and why should you care about?

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What is a fair trade policy?

Fair trade is an arrangement designed to help producers of commodities (think apparel and accessories, coffee, wine, fruit and more) in developing countries achieve a livable wage, for a more sustainable future and an equitable trade relationship.

What are the 10 principles of fair trade?

To be considered fair trade, there are 10 guiding concepts that organizations and businesses must adhere to:
1. Opportunities for disadvantaged producers
2. Transparency and accountability
3. Fair trade practices
4. Fair payment
5. No child labor, no forced labor
6. No discrimination, gender equity, freedom of association
7. Good working conditions
8. Capacity building
9. Promote fair trade
10. Respect for the environment

You can read more about these principles from the World Fair Trade Organization here.

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Here’s a bit of background on the fair trade brands I love:

Fair Anita

Fair Anita is a brand based right here in Minnesota! I know the founder and love her dearly. I love seeing fiercely talented women chase their dreams and make a tangible difference in the world.

Fair Anita was started in 2015. Since then, “We’ve partnered with 8,000 women in nine countries who are utilizing this resource of economic self-sufficiency to create real change around the globe. We’re on a mission to create a world where women feel safe, valued and respected no matter their geography, and we’re thrilled to include you in this community.”

ABLE (formerly LiveFashionable)

Another brand I’ve loved and used for close to 10 years is ABLE! I found them when all they sold were scarves (now they don’t even make scarves – ha!).

“ABLE is an ethical fashion brand that employs and empowers women as a solution to end poverty. We’re deeply devoted to quality – both in the products we make and the quality of life we aim to provide. We invest in, train and educate women so they can earn a living, break the cycle of poverty, and thrive.”

I absolutely love the quality of every ABLE product I own from clothes to shoes to jewelry.

Prosperity Candle

Prosperity Candle is a social enterprise that supports refugees and artisans through candle-making; each candle is made by an artisan, and the brand supports fair trade and sustainable practices. The company’s main purpose is to promote the public good.

“We believe that welcoming refugee families and helping them to build new lives lies at the foundation of American values. Or as someone else more eloquently put it, ‘Welcoming refugees is what this country does best… it’s the Statue of Liberty in action.‘”

Amour Vert

Amour Vert‘s pieces are made in limited quantities, ensuring the highest production standards and eliminating excess waste. They’re committed to using sustainable materials, compostable packaging, and produce 97% of their products are made in California, most within just a few miles of their San Francisco office.

“Our sustainable practices address all aspects of our business operations and the full lifecycle of the garment: the fibers and production processes used, how workers are treated, how it gets to the consumer, and finally—whether it can be recycled or is forced into a landfill.”

JOYN

JOYN‘s founder has a passion for connecting underserved artisans with global markets, so she started a company committed to hand making products, crafted by local makers in the foothills of the Himalayas.

“We choose people over machinery to breathe life into each piece. We are passionate about creating a circular ecosystem where all considerations of the supply chain are taken into account. That means, we actively work to purchase remnant leathers and sustainable materials while also empowering people in local communities with fair work and a living wage. Transparency is at the forefront of how we do business.”

Fair Trade Winds

Fair Trade Winds is a family business that considers its artisan partners and customers all part of one big family making a difference. They work with about 150 artisan organizations in 57 countries, with the underlying belief that people and the planet should not be exploited for the things we buy.

“This direct, non-discriminatory relationship helps artisans, families, and communities become self-sustaining. We provide a market for fair trade commodities and crafts so artisans and farmers can improve their lives. They are given the tools to invest time and money into their talents, land, families, community, healthcare, and education.”

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You won’t be disappointed by any of these brands missions, values or products. Below I’m sharing some of my absolute favorite fair trade gifts from their current collections. Make holiday shopping a little easier and shop with a purpose!

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37 Fair Trade Gifts for Her

Product Image	Product Name	Primary Button
For the Eco Conscious	Sustainable Bamboo Utensil Set	Check Price
For the Girl on the Go	Nubuck Belt Bag Grey	Check Price
For the Candle Lover	Monogram Personalized Candle	Check Price
For an Easy Pretty Outfit	Renata Silk Blouse	Check Price
For the One Who Always Has 5 Different Drinks	Sustainable Bamboo Straw Set	Check Price
For Her Jewelry Collection	Hammered Stacking Ring	Check Price
For the Decorator	Metallic Floret Kijani Round Basket	Check Price
For a Little Sparkle	Rose Quartz Ear Jackets	Check Price
For a Pop of Color	Parakeet Painted Earrings	Check Price
For the Boho Type	Wooden Warrior Tassel Necklace	Check Price
For a Weekend Away	Mini Weekender	Check Price
For Her Home	Basket - Colorblock Gray	Check Price
For a Statement Earring	Artillery Shield Earrings	Check Price
For Her Spring Outings	Tuyen Patterned Scarf	Check Price
For Chic Simplicity	Lux Sleeveless Dress	Check Price
For Everyday Wear	Stick Earrings	Check Price
For Every Style	Evolving Layers Ring Gold	Check Price
For All Her Stuff	Dark Poppy XL Tote	Check Price
For a Simple Fun Gift	Arrow Necklace	Check Price
For the Feminist	Fair Feminist Necklace	Check Price
For Her Important Cards	ID Pouch	Check Price
For an Easy Way to Dress Up a Look	Emerson Scarf	Check Price
For a Conversation Starter	Leather Loop Necklace	Check Price
For the One Who Doesn't Dry Clean	Blaze Cottonseed Cupro Skirt	Check Price
For the Market	Reusable Gift Tote	Check Price
For the Minimalist	Debre Wallet	Check Price
For Her Catchall Bag	Abera Convertible Backpack	Check Price
For a Relaxing Day	Kimono Robe Orchid Coral Navy	Check Price
For Dressing Up or Down	Savannah Heel	Check Price
For Layering	The Merly Jacket	Check Price
For a More Sophisticated Sneaker	Emmy Sneaker	Check Price
For a Versatile Bag	Mamuye Classic Tote	Check Price
For Western Flair	Lex Croc Embossed Boot	Check Price
For Her Rings	Kay Jewelry Dish	Check Price
For Her Daily Life	Alem Backpack	Check Price
For the Cool Chick	Maha Leather Jacket	Check Price
For Sangria or Bouquets	Petite Glass Pitcher	Check Price