Garden glimmer embellished tote
Regular price $112.50 Sale price $75.00- Denim fringed tote bag
- 100% cotton and bead embroidery
- Open top with magnetic closure and fringed edge detail
- One main compartment along with one inner pocket
- Size : 14" X 10.5" X 5.5"
- From America & Beyond (Hollywood, Florida)
- Fairtrade and handmade in India
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A&B is the brainchild of the Indian-born, Michigan-based sibling duo, Parul and Mohit Juneja
- A&B products are handcrafted with love by its team of incredibly talented local artisans from India. Over the years, it has nurtured and grown a family of over 700 skilled artisans from local communities
- Using the age old technique of zardozi, beads are laid by hand to create the design
- A&B takes every step possible to reduce its environmental footprint, and a key aspect of it is using water judiciously throughout its production process. It has an elaborate rainwater harvesting setup and a specialized wastewater filtration plant that has helped it in drastically reducing its water usage.
- Sustainable Values: #1: Transparent supply chain, #2: Responsible use of water, energy, and chemicals, #3: Sustainable materials , #5: Zero waste, #7: Safe, livable, dignified employment, #9: No animal cruelty
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APPAREL SIZING
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | |
| U.S. | 00 | 0-2 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 10-12 | 12-14 | 16-18 | 20-22 |
| INTERNATIONAL | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 |
APPAREL MEASUREMENTS (U.S. inches)
| 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | |
| BUST | 32" | 33" | 34" | 35" | 36" | 37" | 38" | 39" | 40" | 41" |
| WAIST | 25" | 26" | 27" | 28" | 29" | 30" | 31" | 32" | 33" | 34" |
| HIPS | 35" | 36" | 37" | 38" | 39" | 40" | 41" | 42" | 43" | 44" |
Sustain·ability. The ability to sustain balance between resources and consumption. Applying it to the fashion industry, it means minimized environmental footprint, ethical and socially responsible manufacturing, and responsible and circular consumption.
Our values are derived from the Higg Index and the Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations. The Higg Index, developed by the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, is the industry’s assessment tool for environmental and social impact through the value chain.
1. TRANSPARENT SUPPLY CHAIN
Operate with a traceable and transparent supply chain. This holds brands and suppliers accountable to the same standards.
2. RESPONSIBLE USE OF WATER, ENERGY, AND CHEMICALS
Consume water and energy responsibly and limit the use of toxic chemicals and pesticides. This preserves our natural resources, protects our eco-systems, and fights climate change.
3. SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS
Use materials that are biodegradable, such as cotton, silk and linen. These materials are durable and can be returned back to the earth after their life cycle.
4. NATURAL & ORGANIC INGREDIENTS
Use ingredients made without toxic chemicals that are harmful to our health and well-being.
5. NO WASTE
Limit the amount of clothing in landfills by adopting the use of recycled or up-cycled materials and a no-waste production policy.
6. COMBAT CLIMATE CHANGE
Actively committed to reducing carbon footprint and limiting environmental impact.
7. SAFE, LIVABLE, DIGNIFIED EMPLOYMENT
Provide economically empowering and inclusive work opportunities that promote sustainable economic growth for the community.
8. LONGER LIFETIMES
Extend the number of times a garment is worn by allowing it to be rented, traded, or re-purchased.
9. NO ANIMAL CRUELTY
Responsible and humane treatment of animals.
10. PHILANTHROPY
Give back to the community and environment, whether it’s time, resources, or dollars.