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If you want to make someone feel pampered, start here.
It’s long past time we put to bed the idea that sustainability and glamour are at odds. There’s simply no reason that anyone, man or woman or beyond, can’t prioritize looking good and looking out for the planet. We’ve put together a list of thoughtfully made jewelry, cosmetics, and fashion that should satisfy anyone on your list who loves to receive feminine gifts.
*Prices are accurate as of date posted.
Amazing Body Oil
Osea
Nothing feels quite as good as feeling confident in your own skin. Give this gift to someone you love with the incredible Undaria Algae Body Oil from Osea. It absorbs immediately, is non-sticky, and leaves skin soft, smooth, and luminous. Save 10% with code BLUEDOT. Read more. $52 for a 5-oz bottle.
Chic, Wearable Jewelry
Mejuri
Mejuri’s “everyday fine jewelry” mixes and matches well with other pieces. The brand uses over 90% recycled gold and silver and helped found Regeneration, an organization that processes waste and restores the natural habitats around legacy mining sites. Read more. Hoop earrings from $78.
A Fab Jacket
Save the Duck
Amour Vert, one of our favorite online shops for women’s apparel, now carries Save the Duck, an Italian B Corp specializing in vegan outerwear. You’re sure to get a nice, fluffy hug right as soon as this faux shearling jacket gets unwrapped. Read more. $378.
Boots Made for Sparkling
Veerah
Female-founded and -led brand Veerah makes glamorous, cruelty-free shoes. Classic silhouettes include pumps, flats, and boots, while add-on accessories can be moved from pair to pair to create different looks without buying more shoes. The glittery upper of the Hedy Ankle Boot in Diamond Dust is made entirely out of recycled materials. $498.
Sparkling Polish
Sparitual
The gorgeous array of shades in Sparitual’s non-toxic, “13-free” Nourishing Vegan Nail Color collection will make it hard to choose just one. Our tester loved the application, said that the polish “smelled less” than other brands, and thought it lasted longer. The cheerful sets of mini polishes make great stocking stuffers. Read more. $14 per bottle.
Great Perfume
The 7 Virtues
Made using only hypoallergenic, sustainably sourced essential oils (and no hormone-disrupting chemical fragrances), The 7 Virtues perfumes are the preferred scents of Bluedot’s eco- advice columnist Dear Dot. The woman-owned B Corp is Leaping Bunny Certified. Read more. Priced from $32 for 0.34 oz.
Ethical Diamonds
Vrai
Mine-free and created in America using renewable energy, Vrai’s lab-grown diamonds are a gorgeous, sustainable way to make a big impression this holiday season. We’re partial to the elegant, distinctive Strength Necklace, with its striking shield-cut center stone. Necklace priced from $2000; many selections under $500.
Shimmering ’Hose
Swedish Stockings
Swedish Stockings, a hip new ’hose brand, uses pioneering recycled and upcycled fibers to make tights that look great — and tend to outlast their traditional competitors. Their high-shine Tora stockings, available in four colors, are perfect to beat away the winter blues. $55.
The It Shoes
Rothy’s
Mary Janes are undeniably the hottest footwear trend of the year, and it’s going nowhere soon. We love the Double Buckle Mary Jane from Rothy’s, one of our favorite sustainable brands. Like Rothy’s other shoes, these are knit from plastic water bottles and can go in the washing machine if they get dirty. $165.
Ado-roe-able Pajamas
Printfresh
Anyone who likes her pajamas with a side of whimsy will love Printfresh. The brand’s exceptionally cheerful organic cotton PJs and robes come in fun, colorful prints designed to make you smile. Our current favorite print is Champagne & Caviar, which feels decidedly festive but will work year-round. Most items go up to a women’s size 4X. Read more. Pajama sets from $138.
Winning Eyes and Lips
Credo
Beauty and skincare store Credo carefully curates and sells products from brands that have sustainable values. The All Eyes and Lips Gift Set contains “universally flattering” full-sized products for lips and eyes, and is sure to be a hit with makeup lovers. Read more. $49.
Long-lasting Bouquets
Unwilted
Individually hand-crafted and always fresh, the blooms from Unwilted are made from FSC-certified paper and make a lovely change from carbon- and methane-intensive fresh-floral delivery. For added charm, pop a single stem into an empty bottle of a favorite drink or spirit and tie a ribbon around the bottle neck. Read more. Save 20% with code BLUEDOT20. Priced from $12 for single stems.
Responsible Skincare
Activist
Activist Skincare’s cruelty-free line has the most efficient refill system we’ve ever seen, and it makes us glow. To try out a number of their items, check out the Trial & Travel Kit, which includes a two-week supply of their seven most popular items. Save 20% with code BLUEDOT. Read more. $50.
