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Inca Kids is inspired in the thousands of Peruvian men, women and children that work from dawn to dusk in their homes, schools and fields to provide the basics for their families: Water, food, shelter and education.
In our travels to the country, we always discussed the possibility to do something to help them; not give them money, not hand them just a few coins but empower them to reach broader horizons, show them that there is more than just making ends meet and provide food for the table; to inspire them to create more and better, to support their traditions of weaving, pottery, knitting and sewing.
Along the way, we encountered lots of Peruvian crafts, textiles, tapestries and artisan toys; some with very intricate designs and patters, others rather simple but extraordinarily beautiful, like most Peruvian Art. We learned not only how they were made but also the stories of the people that made them, the artisans, the artists…. And so, we fell in love with the idea to create a bridge between these wonderful people and the rest of the world.
It is our ambition to make accessible a small sample of the works of these ladies and gentleman to you, to your families, to your colleagues, to your neighbors, to the people you know, and by this, foster awareness of their traditions, their way of living, the things that inspire them and their country. A wonderful place to experience.
According to a growing number of fashion experts, spending your hard-earned cash on designer fashion is out and second-hand clothes are in. Don’t bother with those top labels, instead invest your time rummaging through charity shops, street markets and anywhere you can nab a bargain. In doing so you will be joining a growing band of “frugalistas”, for whom spending money on something new is so last season. The rule is if you haven’t made it yourself, it has to be second-hand.
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Feet aching ? Try a pair of these shoes from Bike Lo. They are low-cut and carefully designed for a very comfortable fit. The uppers are made of offcuts from truck tarpaulin and the soles are made from recycled bike tyres. Available in stylish Moss Green only!
These reusable fair trade bags are made from recycled rice sacks and cement bags, making them strong and perfect for carrying heavy shopping. Inside contains a large zip-up pocket, ideal to pop your keys or purse in. Folds down so you can easily pop it into your handbag for shopping.
Plain bag with multi-coloured stitching and fabric lining inside. Colours will vary.
Get fired up about recycling with our hottest fashion accessory.
Made from decommissioned firehose saved from landfill, each belt bears the scars of active fire-fighting duty and some have details of the hose batch number and original manufacturer’s name. The buckle is made from 100% recycled pewter. Each handmade belt is unique and the colour may vary from that pictured. Available in small, medium and large.
50% of EaKo’s profits from their fire hose range are donated back to the Fire Services National Benevolent Fund.
Beautiful FairTrade Collections from all over the World. Featured Collection from Uganda.
All Collections have a history and story to give you a unique and personal piece of Jewlery.
Uganda Collection represents artisan jewelry work of a group of over 20 women in various parts of Uganda. The women in the group are widows, single mothers or students.
For these women the recyled and eco jewelry that they create as a part of this group is the primary or sole source of income. It provides them with a means to attain medical treatment and educate their children.
Eco Eco aims to provide a genuine alternative to high street fashion by stocking clothing for men, women and children that is ethically produced (made in factories with high standards of worker welfare without the use of child labour), more eco-friendly (their suppliers aim to minimise their impact on the environment), manufactured without toxic dyes or finishes, without PVC or nickel plated fittings, and is made from organically grown fibre (certified organic cotton and hemp) wherever possible.
Their children’s clothes are manufactured almost entirely from organic cotton. A few seasonal items may not be made from organic fibres due to the difficulty in sourcing organic wool, however as with all Eco Eco’s other clothes they do not contain harmful chemical dyes and finishes so are safe for delicate skin.
In their Derbyshire shop, Eco Eco stocks a collection of exciting jewellery. Their fair trade silver jewellery comes from a community of silversmiths in Mexico which receives 95% of profits in order to provide a good living and freedom from the local shop owner ‘mafia’. Here in the UK recycled plastic and silver are transformed into stunning jewellery by Anna Roebuck - twice winner of Gift of the Year. Her designs use the vibrant colours of recycled plastic carrier bags to create a unique range of contemporary jewellery. They also have a collection of tactile jewellery made from ‘vegetable ivory’ or tagua nut in vivid colours.
Baby Kind are committed to using products that are environmentally friendly and of benefit to both mother and baby.
A popular nappy design made from cotton terry and now available made from organic cotton terry. The nappy is made from two layers of terry, with an extra layer between the legs, and an attached booster that folds out to speed up drying.
The nappies come in several colours. Accessories are also available.
Unique handcrafted Jewellery, created with fallen woods of the Tropical Forests from farms and plantation raised trees, respecting nature and protecting their ecological richness.
With talented artisans each item has it’s own uniqueness and are beautifully hand crafted.
With five original styles, the beaded belts are one of a kind creation with a combination of tropical woods.
Thao & Rashida met in 1995 while attending U.C. Berkeley and an instant friendship was formed as they learned that they share the same values and zest for life. ’They both love a good bargain, but appreciate quality as well. As cash-strapped college students with an eye for fashion, but also aware of their impact on the environment, they found it hard to find affordable clothing that met our fashion needs and satisfied our tree hugging spirit.
Today You Deserve bring to their customers the best deals and merchandise for fashion and an eco friendly lifestyle while providing information on how it’s made, what it’s made of, and who makes it. Everyday, they strive to make You Deserve a company that you will believe in as much as Thao & Rashida do.
