1. The Citizenry

If you’re browsing for fair trade rugs, but looking for a more minimalist or neutral aesthetic, look no further than The Citizenry.

The brand’s natural, handmade rugs — made by artisans working in fair trade conditions — feature striking prints but more subtle colors. Next to each product page you’ll be able to learn more about the workshop and the artisans behind that piece.

Price Range: $$$

Conscious Qualities: Fair Trade, Natural Fibers, Craft Preservation

Categories: Area Rugs

2. Kiliim

If you’re well-versed in rug terminology, you may recognize that this brand’s name looks similar to the word kilim. Kiliim’s rug are made using authentic, well, kilim rug craftsmanship by artisans in Egypt coming from generations of kilim artisans. To ensure ethical production and to support the preservation of this heritage craft, Kiliim pays living wages to all artisans.

Price Range: $ – $$$

Conscious Qualities: Ethical Production, Heritage Craft Preservation, Natural Fibers

Categories: Area Rugs, Accent Rugs

3. Urban Natural

This natural home and lifestyle retailer has a beautifully curated selection of sustainably-made rugs crafted with materials like jute, sisal, wool, and cotton.

Several brands on Urban Natural are also ethically hand-loomed or hand-knotted, such as Loloi — a GoodWeave partner — and Jaipur Living — a brand that partners with thousands of local artisans to sustain heritage crafts.

Price Range: $$+

Conscious Qualities: Eco-Conscious Materials

Categories: Outdoor, Area Rugs, and Accent Rugs

4. Zuahaza

Each of Zuahaza’s artisan-made rugs is creatively designed with unique patterns and expertly handwoven by weavers in Colombia. Zuahaza’s captivating rugs are made from sustainably-sourced fique, a natural fiber from Colombia that is similar to hemp. And, just like hemp, fique requires little water to grow and is rarely attacked by pests (meaning fique is always grown organically without chemical pesticides).

Price Range: $$ – $$$

Conscious Qualities: Organic Fibers & Natural Dyes, Cultural Preservation, BIPOC-Owned

Categories: Area Rugs, Runner Rugs, Accent Rugs

5. LOOMY

Founded by a weaver, LOOMY is dedicated to making beautiful, non-toxic rugs that will last for decades to come.

LOOMY partners with highly-skilled artisan weavers who craft quality rugs made from eco-minded materials like banana silk, jute, and recycled cotton built to withstand whatever life brings you.

Price Range: $$ – $$$

Conscious Qualities: Eco & Non-Toxic Materials, Craft Preservation

Categories: Area Rugs, Accent Rugs, Runners, Outdoor Rugs

6. Leah Singh

Leah Singh’s designs are a reflection of the designer’s background, growing up surrounded by the rich artistry of India and studying at Parsons amidst the structural, minimal lines of New York.

All of the brand’s rugs are made by artisans in India who use embroidery, weaving, and printing techniques native to their respective regions.

Price Range: $$ – $$$

Conscious Qualities: BIPOC-Owned, Ethical Production, Cultural Preservation

Categories: Area Rugs, Accent Rugs, Runners

7. West Elm

West Elm is bringing ethical rugs to a broader market with their collection of Fair Trade Certified wool and cotton rugs. While I recommend browsing the smaller shops listed above first, West Elm is supporting the movement to responsibly-made, fair trade rugs.

Price Range: $$$

Conscious Qualities: Fair Trade production, Majority Natural Materials

Categories: Area Rugs, Accent Rugs

1. East Fork

East Fork’s ethically-made dinnerware and tableware is next level — their gorgeous sustainable ceramics, glassware, mugs, and other goods are exquisitely designed and built for durability.

Committed to creating local manufacturing jobs, all of East Fork’s eco-friendly pottery is made in Asheville, North Carolina and is working to center equity and inclusion throughout their business.

Categories: Plates, Bowls, Cups, Drinking Glasses, Flatware/Silverware,

Conscious Qualities: Locally-Made, Transparent Production

Price Range: $$$

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2. Our Place

From the same brand that brought us their cult-favorite Always Pan, comes a gorgeous collection of non-toxic dinnerware and sustainable pottery.

Our Place has hand-painted main plates and side bowls made with recycled and virgin porcelain ceramic and dinner glasses handmade from recycled glass and colored with natural dyes.

Categories: Glassware, Bowls, Plates

Conscious Qualities: Eco Materials, Gives Back, WOC-Owned

Price Range: $$

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3. Fable

Prioritizing timelessness and sustainability, Fable sources quality materials and simple designs that last the test of time.

The eco-minded dinnerware company partners with makers in Portugal, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the US that use conscious practices, like ethical employment, craftsmanship, and low-waste practices (like sourcing recycled clay).

Categories: Dinnerware, Drinkware, Cutlery, Serveware, and Decor

Conscious Qualities: Quality Craftsmanship, Low Waste Practices, Responsibly Sourced

Price Range: $$$

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4. Zungleboo

Lightweight, shatterproof, and made from corn starch + bamboo fiber, Zungleboo creates family-friendly and eco-friendly dinnerware!

Their versatile plant-based bowls and plates are also dishwasher and microwave safe, making them easy to care for no matter how busy mealtime is. As Zungleboo writes on their website, their sustainable dinnerware is “from real plants, for real life”.

Categories: Bowls, Plates

Conscious Qualities: Eco Materials, WOC-Owned

Price Range: $$

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Use code CONSCIOUS15 for 15% off!

5. Urban Natural

Green home retailer Urban Natural has stunning eco-friendly tabletop goods from leading contemporary brands like Farmhouse Pottery and Ethnicraft.

The brands Urban Natural curates source natural materials, use time-honored processes, and take quality craftsmanship seriously.

Categories: Plates, Bowls, Cups & Mugs, Flatware

Conscious Qualities: Artisan Goods, Natural Materials, Locally and Ethically Made

Price Range: $$ – $$$

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6. GOODEE

For artisanal plates that can elevate your tablescape, GOODEE is the answer.

From 100% porcelain stone ceramic plates hand-crafted in the ancient Japanese town of Arita and hand-painted plates made from Egyptian clay to marble patterned ecothylene® (upcycled BPA-free plastic) plates ideal for family-friendly daily wares, GOODEE has options for everyone.

Categories: Plates, Glassware, Cups & Mugs, Serving, Flatware

Conscious Qualities: Ethical Production, Craft Preservation

Price Range: $$$

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7. Ekobo

Ekobo’s colorful eco-friendly dinnerware is available in a variety of colors and sizes, perfect for mixing and matching to create a unique sustainable table setting for any space.

The eco-friendly dinnerware from Ekobo is made from upcycled bamboo and the result is durable, dishwasher-safe, and non-toxic diningware.

Categories: Plates, Bowls, Cups, Trays, Baby Diningware

Conscious Qualities: Eco Materials

Price Range: $$

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1. Organic Cotton Kidswear by Mightly

Why we love it | GOTS Certified Cotton, Fair Trade Certified Factories, Women-Owned
Price | $18+

For the little ones you know and adore, Mightly has a range of organic cotton kidswear that’ll make for a great gift this festive season. Think dresses that are big on twirl factor, cozy pajamas with prints that pop, and unisex hoodies with snap front pockets to store all their tiny treasures. Every piece is made with GOTS certified organic cotton, which explicitly prohibits the use of toxic chemicals in the finished product, making it ideal for kids with sensitive skin. And if that wasn’t reassuring enough, the pieces are also thoughtfully designed to include details like tag-free labels, easy-to-wear fits, and playful designs that make it fun yet functional.

2. Handcrafted Teak Furniture by MasayaCo

Why we love it | FSC® Certified Teak, Handmade to Last, Funds Reforestation
Price | $155+

Offering artisanal teak furniture that’ll add a touch of understated elegance to any home, MasayaCo has curated a range of side tables and stools under $350 for the discerning decor enthusiasts. Handcrafted from durable and naturally water-resistant teak wood, their slatted top Japanese-inspired Zapatera stool has garnered raving reviews about just how well it holds up as an in-shower stool. The brand operates on a self-sustaining model by growing its own FSC® Certified teak trees on reforested land in Nicaragua.

3. Organic Cotton Clothing by Passion Lilie

Why we love it | Fair Trade, Organic Cotton, Pays Living Wages, Woman-Owned
Price | $68+

Passion Lilie offers a range of elevated clothing made from sumptuous organic cotton fabric that’ll keep your loved ones looking stylish and feel all snuggled up come winter. From handwoven shirts for men to figure-flattering hand-printed dresses for women, the brand’s dedication to highlighting artisanal craft reverberates throughout its collection. We recommend bookmarking their crimson hand-printed snowflake dress for the women who’ll appreciate a holiday-themed gift. You could also complement the dress with a dainty little stocking stuffer like one of the tea towels or napkins from their collection of kitchen linens in bright and charming prints.

4. Refillable Hand Soaps by Blueland

Why we love it | WOC-Owned, Plastic-Free, Cradle2Cradle Certified
Price | $42

A conscious gift that is both practical and plastic-free, Blueland’s holiday hand soap kit is ready to spread a bit of festive cheer even into the most mundane tasks like handwashing. The kit includes a hand soap bottle in a color of your choice, a reusable tin, and 10 refill tablets in scents like Winterberry, Wintry Pine, and Toasted Vanilla.

Easy to use and refill, the bottle must be filled with water before you drop a soap tablet in, and simply watch it dissolve and turn into foamy goodness that’s ready for application.

5. Premium Loose Leaf Tea Collection by Rishi Tea

Why we love it | USDA Certified Organic, Ethically Sourced, Agrochemical-free
Price | $67

For the ones who cherish daily indulgences like a warm cup of tea, this gift set will send them on a sensory journey through global tea traditions. This gift set features 12 curated blends that range from delicate green teas to robust black teas, refreshing herbals, and fragrant oolongs. Don’t just take our word for it, one reviewer claims the set was “very luxurious” and found the tea selection to be “amazing and delicious”. The brand supports growers through ethical and direct sourcing that pays 5-10x the commodity prices to incentivize their efforts on sustainable harvests of organic quality.

6. Non-Toxic Loungewear by MATE the Label

Why we love it | Natural Materials, Woman-Owned, GOTS Certified Fabrics
Price | $48+

With laidback loungewear that strikes the perfect balance between fashionable and effortless, MATE the Label boasts of cozy threads you’d want in your wardrobe come winter. Stylish options are just a bonus, the brand is committed to keeping its clothes free of toxic chemicals and harmful dyes while adhering to self-imposed protocols to ensure the factories it works with are safe, fair, and compliant with California labor laws. They’ve also made choosing a gift a lot easier with their curated holiday guide that’s categorized by budget and persona.

7. Bonfire Reusable Candle by Mimi & August

Why we love it | Reusable, Natural Soy Wax
Price | $38 CAD

Hunting for the perfect holiday gift to present a great hostess? Snatch up this fragrant little candle to light up their space with an inviting aroma.

Evoking the smell of a nostalgic campfire with notes of cedar, vanilla, and smoke, this hand-poured soy wax candle comes in reusable cups of different sizes that can be filled with some hot cocoa and marshmallows once used up.

8. Jewel Tone Birth Month Dish on Uncommon Goods

Why we love it | Handmade in Minneapolis, Independent Small-Batch Maker
Price | $25

Glazed in birthstone colors, this jewelry dish is the prettiest little ethical gift that’ll adorn any dressing table. They feature crackled glass centers resembling crystalline geode slices that give them a distinctive appearance. Simply select the birth month to get a unique jewelry dish that’s just as special as the person you intend to give it to.

Crafted by a trained female potter, you can find more such unique handmade gifts on Uncommon Goods where independent designers are celebrated for their work.

9. Organic Towels by COYUCHI

Why we love it | Fair Trade Certified Factories, GOTS Certified Fabrics
Price | $18+

Know someone who loves a good towel lounge after a shower? We reckon these indulgent organic towels might just motivate them to stretch those sessions even further. Offering an array of matching organic cotton towel sets in weaves and textures that look like they’ll wrap you up in luxury, these towels also come in lovely earthy tones and size options, in case you aren’t keen on getting the entire bundle. They’ve even got a set of plush cotton robes that’ll offer them enough reason to not leave the house and disappear into it like a second skin.

10. Handcrafted Wool Slippers by Kyrgies

Why we love it | OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 Certified, Plastic-Free, Low-Waste, Woman-Led Factories
Price | $89+

Let your loved ones kick up their feet in comfort come winter with a little help from Kyrgies wool slippers. Kyrgies’ cozy slip-on offerings are handcrafted in Kyrgyzstan, where local sheep are known for producing wool with long fibers that are ideal for felting in a mulesing-free process. The wool is felted by a women-led factory using centuries-old techniques, ensuring leftover off-cuts are reused as extra padding in their slippers or repurposed as natural insulation for buildings.

11. Sake Body Lotion by cocokind

Why we love it | WOC-owned, Certified Organic Ingredients, Philanthropic, Life Cycle Transparency
Price | $23

Crafted with Japanese fermented rice wine that’s rich in smoothing enzymes and microbiome-friendly prebiotic sugars, the sake body lotion by cocokind has a reviewer describing it as “the only body moisturizer” where they’ve “used the entire bottle.”

Available in an upcycled plastic bottle that’s fully recyclable, the sake extract they use is created by fermenting rice kernels and is completely alcohol-free. It also contains a blend of sunflower seed oil and shea butter that’ll leave skin feeling supple and soft.

12. Weighted Blanket by Bearaby

Why we love it | OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Certified, GOTS Certified
Price | $199+

For the busy bees who could use some serious R&R, this weighted blanket will help them hit the hay faster. Known for aiding with naturally deeper sleep cycles, Bearaby’s weighted blankets are crafted using organic cotton that’s free of fillers and owes its weight to the chunky knit fabric alone.

Not just for cozy winters, these machine-washable cotton blankets are knitted for maximum breathability making them perfect for all seasons.

13. Life Designer Journal by Intelligent Change

Why we love it | Recycled Paper, Compostable, Encourages Intentional Living
Price | $39

For the ones who have a special spot for aesthetic stationery, this journal is a gift they won’t judge solely by its pretty cover.

Filled with mindful prompts centered around five essential pillars that guide you through a self-reflective journey to help manifest your best self, this journal will be a portable therapist and best friend bound between the pages that might just have you picking up a copy for yourself as well.

14. Tree of Life Cork Yoga Mat by Scoria

Why we love it | Woman-Owned, Natural Materials, Philanthropic
Price | $105

Offering the ultimate incentive for perfecting the warrior two pose, this alignment cork yoga mat features a methodical tree of life print that isn’t just aesthetically appealing but also helps properly align postures with a line across the middle. Talk about combining style and function!

Crafted with a sustainably harvested cork surface that’s backed by natural rubber, this anti-slip mat comes with a handy cotton mat carry strap.

15. Friendship Bracelets by Monica Vinader

Why we love it | Recycled Metals, Traceable Supply Chain, Philanthropic
Price | $149+

The grown-up take on a nostalgic staple, these friendship bracelets are pieces your bestie will treasure for years to come.

Monica Vinader’s reimagines the classic sentiment in refined 18k gold vermeil and sterling silver.

You can add a complimentary engraving — whether a meaningful motif or personalized text — to make it feel just as heartfelt as the ones you swapped in high school.

16. Sock Gift Boxes that Give Back by Conscious Step

Why we love it | GOTS Certified, Fair Trade Certified, Philanthropic
Price | $35+

Colorful socks with fun designs that don’t just look good but also give back, these ethical gift sets will easily be one of the most meaningful presents you’ll give your loved ones. These soft organic cotton sock sets are created in collaboration with creative artists to help connect customers with world-changing nonprofits through causes they care about.

From socks that support mental health to ones that protect the ocean, dogs, cats, and beyond, you’ll be sure to find a sock set with a purpose.

17. Shallow Dinner Set by East Fork

Why we love it | Philanthropic, Pay Living Wages
Price | $156

For the friend who is always posting perfectly plated stories of what they’ve cooked, this set will be a highly welcome addition to their dinnerware collection.

Including two bowls and three plates in different sizes, this handcrafted ceramic shallow dinner set comes in many hues, but we highly recommend the black set for its understated elegance and the way it’ll make a rainbow salad or smoothie bowl pop.

East Fork’s pottery glazes are completely food-safe and free of lead so they won’t have to worry about heavy metals leaching into meals.

18. Piccolo Zipper Card Wallet by HYER GOODS

Why we love it | Repurposed Materials, Woman-Owned
Price | $125

Chic and petite, this luxe zip wallet will quickly become the new go-to essential they won’t leave the house without. With five exterior card slots and a lined cash compartment with an extra card slot that comes with a zip-around closure, this minimal wallet is surprisingly functional for daily use.

We love the fact that it’s made using recycled deadstock materials and is compact enough to fit into tiny clutch bags. The brand sources its leather from local leftovers, making sure every recipient receives something unique.

Audiobook Gift Membership on Libro.fm

Why we love it | Supports local and independent bookstores
Price | $31+

Consider this the perfect gift for the bookworm in your life who enjoys a great read but has lately been having a tough time getting through their ever-increasing to-be-read pile.

We love the fact that Libro.fm offers a range of credit bundles to choose from so that your gift recipient can have their pick of the lot while supporting local bookstores through your purchase.

About The Author:

Jharna Pariani is a fashion writer and creative strategist whose work is rooted in honesty and deep observation of the world around her.

When she isn’t busy penning down her thoughts, she moonlights as a video editor creating fashion and food reels on Instagram for several brands and influencers.