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Fair Trade Gifts You’ll Love To Give…Or Get!

November 20, 2019 By Lisa 9 Comments

Fair Trade Gifts You’ll Love To Give…Or Get!

When it come to gifting this holiday season, give the gift that impacts communities across the globe. Fair trade gifts are not only fun to give, but they make a difference for people who are less fortunate. I’m a huge fan of Noonday Collection because they combine 4 of the things I’m passionate about…empowering women to become the best version of themselves, making an impact in communities without the economic advantages we have in the US, orphan care and of course, fashion! When you shop from this list, you can be assured you’re making a difference!

Fair Trade Home Decor Gifts

Peruvian Pom Wreaths

I’m more than slightly obsessed with these Peruvian Pom Wreaths. Want a holiday wreath that’s full of life and environmentally conscious? These gorgeous wreaths are handcrafted by Artisans in Peru and are bursting with life, bringing color and vibrancy to even the darkest winter nights. You can buy a Large Peruvian Pom Wreath or a Small Peruvian Pom Wreath.

Peruvian Pom Garland

My pom obsession extends to this gorgeous garland. Soft Peruvian wool poms dance along this cream colored garland for a lovely home accent, no matter the season. Grab it here.

Snowbound Ornaments

Felt materials make these gorgeous ornaments feel like plush snow globes you can hang in your home. Share the stories of Artisans in Nepal by giving them as a gift or keep them to add to your collection. We won’t tell. You can purchase them here.

Upcycled Snowflake Ornaments

With all that’s going on in Haiti right now, I love that you can make a difference by purchasing these gorgeous ornaments. Metal from oil drums and other unneeded items are given new life when these elegant ornaments are created. Each is hand-finished with a holly colored leather backing. You can purchase them here.

Festive Paper Bead Garland

I love the colors found in this gorgeous paper bead garland. Each garland represents the beauty of opportunity for the Artisans who make it. Made in Uganda, you can gift this gorgeous paper bead garland or trim your tree with this bright garland strung with vibrant paper beads. You can purchase it here.

Lovely LLama Ornament

This snuggly llama ornament makes for a whimsical addition to your tree, and a perfect gift for anyone you’d like to send some holiday cheer to. It’s made in India and can be purchased here.

Fair Trade Jewelry Gifts

Maasai Earrings

These Maasai earrings are my current favorite! I’ve even purchased a few outfits just to go with them! Each pair comes in a unique colorway made just for you…bringing Kenya’s Maasai market experience to you. These make a fun gift and will bring a smile to anyone’s face! Get them here.

Water Drop Prism Earrings


Gift a pair of earrings that can be worn every day. These have been my go-to everyday earrings for the last 4 years. They bring a pop of shimmer and shine to a casual outfit but are dressy enough for an evening out. Made in India, an eye-catching net of faceted silver beading makes a brilliant statement with each turn. You can’t go wrong with this gift! Get them here.

Dora Necklace

Give this pop of sunshine to someone in your life! Dazzling yellow tassels greet the world in this knockout piece. Sure to elevate the mood and the style of the recipient. This necklace is made in Uganda and can be purchased here.

Wild and Free Cuff

Looking for the perfect gift for your fun, fierce friend? Look no further! This Wild and Free Cuff is made in Guatemala and features a beaded leopard motif over golden buttery leather. You can purchase it here.

Wilderness Earrings

Golden buttery leather tassels in a shoulder-sweeping length make these Wilderness Earrings the perfect punchy addition to any ensemble. Black and white bead detail keeps it neutral and adds sparkle. These would make a great addition to the Wild and Free Cuff {pictured above}. You can purchase them here.

Tropica Necklace

We all have that one friend who insists on wearing black all. the. time. Gift them this Tropica Necklace which adds a pop of color to any outfit. Textural lavender and magenta suede fringe combine with brushed brass in this triple-layer style with an accompanying long brass chain. This necklace is made in India and can be purchased here.

Woven Dreams Bracelet

My twins were born in Guatemala, so anytime I purchase or wear a piece of jewelry made in Guatemala, my daughter Shayna gets excited. She knows that these purchases help women in Guatemala to earn a living wage and to keep their families intact. Guatemalan Artisans are so talented and my daughter Shayna obviously has that running through her blood. If you’ve ever seen any of her crochet creations, you know she’s an artisan in her own right. Gift this bracelet to give hope to families in Guatemala. It makes an unforgettable statement with its festival of rich hues woven together. You can purchase it here.

Other Fair Trade Accessories Gifts

Cultivate Clutch

Add a pop of color to the life of the recipient with this gorgeous clutch in hand-woven wool. Vibrant florals sit on a background of rich black, and a delightful zipper pull with multicolored pompoms completes the look. This clutch is made in Peru and can be purchased here.

Rustic Leather Tote

If you’re thinking about giving yourself a gift, this is my recommendation. It will quickly become your favorite bag! And if you decide to give this as a gift, you’ll quickly become someone’s favorite! 🙂 This luscious leather tote is the perfect accessory to house all your must-haves and features a sweet cotton print lining and convenient exterior pocket. Because of the unique vegetable tanning process our Partners use, over time the leather will transition from a light fawn to a rich caramel color. I get compliments every time I carry this bag! It’s made in India and can be purchased here.

Suede Arc Crossbody Bag

Gift this perfectly-proportioned crossbody bag in black suede. It features a black leather whipstitch detail on the front flap. A fringe tassel adds a bit of boho charm and conceals a magnetic closure to keep everything in its right place. It’s made in India and can be purchased here.

Celeste Kimono

Gift this kimono-style shawl in black, white, and accents of yellow. It will transform any outfit. The tassel detailing sets this piece apart and shows off your style. This gorgeous kimono is made in India and can be purchased here.

Postmark Jewelry Roll

Looking for the perfect gift for the avid traveler? Gift this Postmark Jewelry Roll. It will allow them house their Noonday jewels safely. This fun printed travel pouch just begs to be taken along for an adventure! It’s made in India and can be purchased here.

Ruffled Scarf

Give the gift of warmth with this soft ruffled scarf. Handwoven in Peru, this richly ruffled scarf adds comfort and style to any cold-weather look. You can purchase it here.

Fair Trade Gifts That Won’t Break The Bank

Looking for Fair Trade gifts that won’t break the bank? Here are a few of my faves…and they’re all under $35.

Drifter Makeup Bag

Gift this gorgeous makeup bag! Hand-dyed fabric loomed together into a perfect pouch to grab on the go. It’s made in Guatemala and can be purchased here.

Huipil Luggage Tags

Looking for the perfect gift for someone who travels regularly? You just found it. In the villages of Guatemala, women take great pride in stitching an array of vivid colors and motifs onto their cotton garments, called huipiles. Our Guatemalan Artisan Partners transform these traditional textiles into gorgeous luggage tags that brighten up every journey. You can purchase them here.

Treasured Textile Journal

This journal is a meaningful gift for a friend with a story to tell…or a beautiful way to record your own story. From the cotton pages within to the beautifully woven cover, this journal is a one-of-a-kind find. It’s made in India and can be purchased here.

Cow Horn Hoops

These earrings are carved from the tremendous cow horns found in Uganda. Each earring is hand-cut from a different part of the horn, making every pair truly unique. You can purchase them here.

I hope you were able to find some amazing gifts for the people you love!

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Filed Under: Fashion, Gift Ideas Tagged With: fair trade, holiday gift guide, noonday

What Is Noonday Collection?

June 13, 2018 By Lisa Leave a Comment

What Is Noonday Collection?

I’ve always liked fun and unusual jewelry and accessories, so when my sister became a Noonday Ambassador I was quite excited for her. I was also excited that Noonday was created as a way to support adoptive families (and since we’ve adopted 5 kids, that was huge for me)…and that they still support adoptive families through fundraisers. Even better, they help create jobs for impoverished families who may have otherwise not been able to raise their children. And while I love adoption, I love families staying together even more…but I digress, you’re probably still wondering exactly “What is Noonday?”.

About Noonday

Noonday Collection designs and sells an inspired collection of jewelry and accessories made by artisans across the globe. And the jewelry and accessories are out-of-this-world cool. The artisans that make these incredible pieces are able to support their families with the wages they make from their businesses. I love that Noonday is a member of the Fair Trade Federation and that they provide dignified wages and jobs for these amazing artisans.

What is Noonday Collection Jewelry Made Of?

Noonday artisans use indigenous materials and traditional skills to create modern, fashionable designs. You’ll find hand beaded jewelry made in Guatemala. You’ll find hand-crafted, paper-beaded jewelry made in Uganda. You’ll find leather jewelry and handbags from India and Haiti. And ethically harvested water buffalo horn jewelry from Vietnam.

Where can you purchase Noonday?

Noonday Collection Jewelry is sold through Independent Noonday Ambassadors…like me! You can try on and purchase Noonday jewelry and accessories through trunk shows. When you host a trunk show, you also get hostess benefits which included free and discounted Noonday! You can also purchase online through each Noonday ambassador’s individual website.

How Can I Make A Difference?

You can make a difference by shopping, hosting a trunk show, or becoming a Noonday Ambassador! If you’re interested in any of the above, feel free to shoot me an email!

Shop Noonday Now!

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Filed Under: Be Your Best, Fashion Tagged With: noonday, noonday style

LuLaRoe Nicole Dress & Noonday Infinity Scarf

September 16, 2016 By Lisa Leave a Comment

LuLaRoe Nicole Dress & Noonday Infinity Scarf

I’m sure you’re beginning to wonder if I own anything other than this Black LuLaRoe Nicole Dress and the answer is yes.  I do own other things, but I’m seriously in love with the LuLaRoe Nicole! (I also have 2 more Nicoles in prints and once I get my call and become an official LuLaRoe consultant, I’m sure you’ll be seeing a lot more Nicoles (and Julias and Sarahs and Lucys and Lolas and Maxis…and on and on it goes)!!

Nicole Dress with Noonday Scarf

First off, I want to say that you can wear the LuLaRoe Nicole completely plain…with no jewelry and accessories and it will look fabulous, but if you’re looking to change things up a little, I highly recommend adding an infinity scarf and some fun jewelry!  You could literally wear this dress every day for a week and have it look different every day depending on how you accessorize it!

LuLaRoe Nicole Dress with Noonday Infinity Scarf

  1. Lularoe Black Nicole Dress
  2. Noonday Angelica Infinity Scarf
  3. Crocs A-Leigh Leather Wedges
  4. Apple Watch
  5. Noonday Briye Bracelet
  6. Noonday Fortitude Earrings
  7. Noonday Rustic Leather Tote

It's no secret that I love the LuLaRoe Nicole dress! Here's another example of how easy it is to look fabulous and feel comfortable in this dress! And as always, the Noonday Accessories are fabulous!

Why FlabbyFashionista.com?

I LOVE Plus Size Fashion and helping real women put together outfits that make them look like a million bucks without spending a million bucks! Since I regularly hear from women who tell me how challenging it can be to find Plus Size Outfits, I decided to put together a variety of outfits!

Why Noonday?

Wonder why I recommend Noonday Collection all the time?  Noonday Collection is a business that uses fashion to create meaningful opportunities around the world!

Across the developing world, millions of people work as Artisans, using traditional skills to create handcrafted products. But without access to a global market, these Artisans often struggle to earn a sustainable income.

Noonday Collection collaborates with 29 Artisan Businesses in 12 countries to design a collection of handcrafted jewelry and accessories. Noonday develops these Artisan Businesses through fair trade, connecting them to a global market and empowering them to grow sustainably.

As a Noonday Ambassador, I get to combine 4 of my passions: empowering women to become the best version of themselves, making an impact in communities without the economic advantages we have in the US, orphan care and of course, fashion!  If you’re interested in learning more about Noonday Collection, send me an email!

Flabby Fashionista

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Filed Under: LuLaRoe, OOTD {Outfit of the Day}, Plus Size Fashion, Plus Size Outfits Tagged With: lularoe, Nicole, noonday

Plus Size Maxi Skirt Worn as a Shirt #OOTD

August 23, 2016 By Lisa 19 Comments

Plus Size Maxi Skirt Worn as a Shirt #OOTD

Yesterday I shared how I wear a LuLaRoe Maxi Skirt as a dress.  Today I want to share how I wear that same plus size maxi skirt as a shirt.  This is definitely a non-traditional way to wear a maxi skirt, but I love the way it looks!

Do you wish your wardrobe was more versatile? Today I'm showing you how to wear a plus size maxi skirt as a top! No one the fabulous top you're wearing is actually a skirt!

How to Wear a Plus Size Maxi Skirt As a Top

It’s super easy to wear as a shirt.  Simply pull the skirt all the way up your body and slip one arm under the waistband.  The waist of the skirt should be on your neck and under your arm.  Once it’s laying across your body, you’ll need a belt it to keep it in place.  If you’re worried about showing more skin than you want, you can wear a strapless cami under it or just wear a regular cami under it and tuck the strap in. Voila! You have an awesome top!  Also, this is the perfect outfit for showing off a pair of statement earrings!  I love the way these Nebula earrings look!

It's easy to take a maxi skirt and wear it as a gorgeous top! Check it out!

Did you know that a Maxi Skirt also makes a great top! Check out how I've transformed this Maxi Skirt into a top! So quick and easy!

Here are the apparel and accessory items that I used to create this chic look. You can click here to see all of the other Plus Size Outfits I’ve shared.

  1. LuLaRoe Polka Dot Maxi Skirt
  2. JCPenney ANA Jeggings
  3. Circle Buckle Stretch Belt
  4. Cole Haan Tali Lace Wedge
  5. Kate Spade Camellia Street Sophie
  6. Nebula Earrings
  7. Clustered Bracelet Blue 
  8. Pandora Bracelet
  9. Apple Watch

 

Take your style up a notch!  Wear a maxi skirt as a top! You'll look fabulous and no one will ever know it's a skirt! Check out how to wear a maxi skirt as a top!

Why FlabbyFashionista.com?

I LOVE Plus Size Fashion and helping real women put together outfits that make them look like a million bucks without spending a million bucks! Since I regularly hear from women who tell me how challenging it can be to find Plus Size Outfits, I decided to put together a variety of outfits!

Why LuLaRoe?

The first time I tried on LuLaRoe, I fell in love!  Seriously!  The leggings were buttery soft and the clothing fit sooo well. I was also amazed at how affordable it was!  And I love that the clothes are designed for women of all shapes and sizes! They make clothing from XXS to 3XL!  Want to learn more about LuLaRoe? Check out my LuLaRoe Facebook group where I will be sharing styling tips and giving away FREE LuLaRoe!

 

Why Noonday?

Wonder why I recommend Noonday Collection all the time?  Noonday Collection is a business that uses fashion to create meaningful opportunities around the world!

Across the developing world, millions of people work as Artisans, using traditional skills to create handcrafted products. But without access to a global market, these Artisans often struggle to earn a sustainable income.

Noonday Collection collaborates with 29 Artisan Businesses in 12 countries to design a collection of handcrafted jewelry and accessories. Noonday develops these Artisan Businesses through fair trade, connecting them to a global market and empowering them to grow sustainably.

As a Noonday Ambassador, I get to combine 4 of my passions: empowering women to become the best version of themselves, making an impact in communities without the economic advantages we have in the US, orphan care and of course, fashion!  If you’re interested in learning more about Noonday Collection, send me an email!

 

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Filed Under: OOTD {Outfit of the Day}, Plus Size Fashion, Plus Size Outfits Tagged With: lularoe, noonday, OOTD

Plus Size Fashion Outfit of the Day: Easy Work Ensemble

August 16, 2016 By Lisa Leave a Comment

Plus Size Fashion Outfit of the Day: Easy Work Ensemble

Plus Size Outfit of the Day August 16, 2016

I regularly hear from women who tell me how challenging it can be to find the perfect Plus Size Outfit! That’s why we share our Plus Size Outfit of the Day posts.  We want to make it easy for you to put together outfits that make you feel like a million bucks…without spending a million bucks! 🙂

Today’s Plus Size Outfit of the Day is perfect for a day at the office.  I paired this lovely printed tank from Old Navy with crop pants and a brown bag and flats. Add these gorgeous Noonday earrings to complete the look.

If you’re like me and you need a much bigger bag, I’m a huge fan of the Noonday Rustic Leather Tote and the Modern Leather Tote.

Here are the apparel and accessory items that I used to create this chic look and you can click here to see all of the  other Plus Size Outfits I’ve shared.

  1. Pixie Chino Pants — $15.49
  2. High Neck Trapeze Tank — $29.94
  3. Double Zip Crossbody Bag — $26.00
  4. Ankle Strap Flats — $26.94
  5. Noonday Catalyst Earrings — $48.00

Plus Size Fashion Outfit of the Day August 16, 2016

 

Wonder why I recommend Noonday Collection all the time?  Noonday Collection is a business that uses fashion to create meaningful opportunities around the world!

Across the developing world, millions of people work as Artisans, using traditional skills to create handcrafted products. But without access to a global market, these Artisans often struggle to earn a sustainable income.

Noonday Collection collaborates with 29 Artisan Businesses in 12 countries to design a collection of handcrafted jewelry and accessories. Noonday develops these Artisan Businesses through fair trade, connecting them to a global market and empowering them to grow sustainably.

As a Noonday Ambassador, I get to combine 4 of my passions: empowering women to become the best version of themselves, making an impact in communities without the economic advantages we have in the US, orphan care and of course, fashion!  If you’re interested in learning more about Noonday Collection, send me an email!

Flabby Fashionista

This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my Disclosure Policy for more information.

Filed Under: Fashion, OOTD {Outfit of the Day}, Plus Size Fashion Tagged With: noonday, outfit of the day

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