The Most Extensive Collection of Fair Trade Goods in Chicagoland

ACCORDING TO THE CHICAGO FAIR TRADE Federation

From over 40 developing nations, artisans and farmers who provide the Fair Trade products in our gallery are paid a fair Fair trade helps producers in developing countries achieve better trading conditions, thus providing necessary income to marginalized workers.

ZikoAfrika is a Kenya-based fashion accessories brand founded by British-Kenyan sisters Sisi and El. The jewelry and handbags are inspired by the sisters’ dual-heritage and explores the fusion of traditional craftsmanship with dynamic, modern design.

Level Ground Coffee shakes the hand that farms the land, trading fairly and directly with small-scale producers in developing countries to provide robust and delicious coffee.

Custom recycled glass pieces from Pampeana Glass Art features The Little Traveler & Chicago landmarks!

In fair trade apparel, Mata Traders introduces new fall dresses, and The Elephant Pants ***AS SEEN ON SHARK TANK*** are still rocking it!

Spotlight on Philanthropy

The “plus” in our Fair Trade+ Galleries is for charitable brands that give at-risk groups a leg up.

The Shine Project, based in Phoenix, AZ, teaches inner-city youth practical skills and provides them with income so that they can attend college—many of them are first generation students. In addition to their fresh, simple jewelry designs, you’ll love the new stretchy & soft T-shirts with empowering messages.

We continue to bring in new orders of bracelets from the popular 11th project collection by Chavez for Charity, which benefits local charity Fox Valley Food for Health.

Every purchase of TOMS shoes means a child in need will get a brand new pair of shoes. See great new styles!