Here’s a socially responsible company for folks who care about the way things are made, and the people who make them.  Founded by Safia Minney in 1995, U.K-based People Tree has always been concerned with more than just stylish fashion. Entitled, By Hand Minney actually “wrote the book” on ethical fashion.

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made in Bangladesh, silk pod dress
handknit in Nepal everest hat, scarf and gloves
from brass, Kenyan hoop earrings

Through Minney’s vision and commitment, People Tree currently partners with 70 Fair Trade groups in 20 developing countries, supporting sustainable practices and alleviating poverty for local artisans who hand-craft clothing and jewelry. Over sixty percent of their clothing is created with certified organic cotton and low impact dyes.

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certified organic cotton monkey jacket and pants
certified organic cotton blah cami and boxer
certified organic cotton eco vision tee

Check out People Tree at Topshop or @ peopletree.co.uk.