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Eco-Conscious Handbags

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

'Make Love Not Trash' Provides Hip Accessories for the Green Shopper

— April 11, 2012 — Social Good
The designers at Make Love Not Trash believe exactly that -- promoting reusability while still producing hip fashion apparel. The company works to reduce their own ecological footprint while also supporting other organizations whose cause is compelling and in need of support. Every portion of Make Love Not Trash's proceeds goes towards various charities on an annual basis.

According to the company itself, the focus is on making handbags and accessories using "natural, organic or eco-aware materials and non-toxic printing techniques." Grocery bags make up a large percentage of landfill material while reusable bags from grocery stores tend to be bland and uninspiring. Taking a fashion staple and applying an edgy, hip and fun design to it, Make Love Not Trash creates something that stands out while upholding its practical use.

Contact Information
Make Love Not Trash website
Make Love Not Trash on Facebook
Make Love Not Trash on Twitter
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Fashion - The trend towards eco-friendly fashion is growing as consumers become more concerned about the impact of their purchases on the environment, creating an opportunity for designers to innovate sustainable and stylish fashion lines.
2. Socially Responsible Brands - The rise of socially responsible brands is creating opportunities for businesses to give back to society while promoting their products, building a loyal customer base and enhancing their brand image.
3. Reusable Accessories - There is an increasing demand for fashionable reusable accessories that not only serve practical purposes, but also contribute to reducing waste and creating a more sustainable planet, creating an opportunity for designers to create innovative products that meet this growing need.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry can benefit from the growing demand for eco-friendly, socially responsible and sustainable products by innovating their production processes and materials to meet consumers' needs and expectations while reducing their environmental impact.
2. Retail Industry - The retail industry can capitalize on the trend towards eco-friendly and socially responsible products by partnering with brands that promote sustainable and environmentally friendly practices, enhancing their customers' shopping experience and building brand loyalty.
3. Charity Industry - The charity industry can benefit from partnerships with socially responsible brands, which contribute a portion of their profits to charitable causes, providing a sustainable source of funding and raising awareness about important social and environmental issues.
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