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One for One
TOMS Shoes was founded on a simple premise: With every
pair you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a
child in need. One for One. Using the purchasing power of
individuals to benefit the greater good is what we're all
about. The TOMS One for One business model transforms our
customers into benefactors, which allows us to grow a truly
sustainable business rather than depending on fundraising
for support.
Why shoes?
Many children in developing countries grow up barefoot.
Whether at play, doing chores or going to school, these
children are at risk:
•A leading cause of disease in developing countries is
soil-transmitted diseases, which can penetrate the skin
through bare feet. Wearing shoes can help prevent these
diseases, and the long-term physical and cognitive harm they
cause.
•Wearing shoes also prevents feet from getting cuts and
sores. Not only are these injuries painful, they also are
dangerous when wounds become infected.
•Many times children can't attend school barefoot because
shoes are a required part of their uniform. If they don't
have shoes, they don't go to school. If they don't receive
an education, they don't have the opportunity to realize
their potential.
Lindsay Phillips footwear
concept evolved from a high school art project. Amazed by the
response, Lindsay began designing functional flops with colorful
straps, each adorned by a unique button. Her idea evolved when
she realized that by using hook-and-loop fasteners she could
create one shoe with many straps–unlimited choices with minimal
effort. This simple, yet brilliant innovation was the birth of SwitchFlops. A kaleidoscope of cultures, colors, and patterns
influence her strap designs. With the amazing variety of
SwitchFlops strap designs and sandals, Lindsay's dream of
changing from beach casual to a formal affair in a matter of
seconds was realized.
As Lindsay likes to say, "Change your look, not your
sole."
Ta-Ta Glasses
by Jody Green
"Ta-Ta" wine glasses, made
especially for the tastes of fun-loving women, became known for
their energetic colors and unique styles.
Jody, a local Charleston area
artist, started hand-painting these fun glasses to resemble her
friends' appearances and individual personalities and to lift
their spirits when they needed a smile.
Now signed on the bottom for
authenticity, the "Ta-Ta"s have become a symbol of friendship
and a necessity for any fun-filled "girls night out".
Use your "Ta-Ta" with your oldest
and dearest friends or begin a new friendship with this fun
gift... and say "ta-ta" to your worries!
A percentage of
monthly sales go to the Susan G. Koman foundation because "It's
all about the tatas".
P.S. It goes without
saying, but men love "ta-ta"s too!
John Medeiros jewelry all comes with a
lifetime guarantee.
Each piece is made from:
Base Material: Non-precious lead-free premium alloy with
.02% of silver which are strong and lightweight.
Overlay/Finish/Plate: Rhodium and 14Kt gold which has a
permanent non-tarnish, easy to care for finish. John Medeiros uses
rhodium, a derivative of platinum. Rhodium has all of the attributes of
platinum with the added benefit of being harder, lasting longer, and a
whiter tone.
Stones: Man-made Cubic Zirconium which will not chip,
crack, cloud or fade. Cubic Zirconium is virtually indistinguishable to
the eye by diamond experts, can scratch glass like natural diamonds, and
is tougher than a sapphire.
Earring Posts: Surgical steel which are ideal for
sensitive ears prone to infection or allergies.
Hand made in the United States
All designs are original, registered, and
copyrighted
Intricate hand carved detailing on the front,
sides, and back
Advanced product engineering and solid
construction for durability
Original closures, some hidden, which blend into
the overall design motif
Multiple strands are frequently used on
bracelets and necklaces
Chains and ends are joined in the casting
process
Two-tone effect is achieved through multiple
masking and stripping operations
The John Medeiros (JM) trademark logo is on
every piece
Cubic Zirconium stones are often prong set, not
glued
In 1989, Bert and John Jacobs designed
their first tee shirt. They knew nothing about the business. For
five years, the brothers hawked tee shirts in the streets of Boston
and traveled the East Coast, selling door-to-door in college
dormitories. They collected some good stories, but were not very
prosperous. They lived on peanut butter and jelly, slept in their
van, and showered when they could. Chicks were not impressed.
By the Fall of 1994, heading home from a
long, less-than-fruitful roadtrip, Bert and John were desperately
searching for answers to keep the dream alive. Little did they know,
the only answer they needed was back in Boston, hanging up on their
apartment wall. Jake's contagious grin, simple as it was, seemed to
express everything the Jacobs brothers believed in.
One fateful September day, they printed
up 48 Jake shirts for a local street fair in Cambridge,
Massachusetts. They laid the shirts out on their rickety card table.
By noontime, all 48 of those tees were gone. A star was born. Soon
Jake was introduced to local retailers, and his simple message of
optimism was embraced like nothing the brothers had ever seen. As
demand for product soared, Jake's team grew, and the Little Brand
That Could began to spread across America.
Today, the New England based brand stays
close to its roots, with an emphasis on simplicity, humor and
humility. Through Life is good Festivals, positive products, and a
steady dose of ping pong, Jake's crew does its best to keep the good
vibes flowing.
The world of
Orla Kiely
is one where color, pattern,
graphic control, texture and
rhythm continually work and
rework together. Orla has a
unique, immediately recognizable
design language, developed
through graphic patterns that
celebrate her optimistic spirit.
As down-to-earth as her designs
are popular, the key to what
drives Orla is her fixation on
the evolution of a signature
style, devotion to quality and
practicality.
Orla Kiely is a continously
growing brand with a flagship
store, design studio and offices
based in London. We are present
in outlets all over the world.
Hobo bags and accessories are
crafted from natural top grain
leather and outfitted with
functional pockets, zippers, and
organizational interiors.
Offering gorgeous accessories
season after season, the brand
now delivers handbags and
wallets, as well as travel and
professional accessories.
Nearly twenty years since the
first Hobo International
collection, founding principles
of imaginative utility and
creative styling remain premier
design considerations.
In addition to the classic
clogs and mary jane styles,
we
now have sandals!
Natural Life combines life's
natural sentiments with
hand-made quality that is unique
and trend-setting.
Along with the affordable
prices, they make the perfect
gift!
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