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At Now Chase the Sun, we create opportunities for artisans in developing countries to reach a global audience. Amongst some of our most popular accessories are our Maasai beaded jewelry. But what exactly is Maasai beadwork? We’ll guide you through seven interesting facts about Maasai beadwork, including where you can find it, the symbolism behind the beads, and how the craft has changed and developed over the years. Related: 15 Meaningful Jewelry Gifts for this Season   What Is Maasai Beadwork? The Maasai tribe is concentrated in East Africa in southern Kenya and northern Tanzania in the Great Rift Valley...

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Find out which charitable bracelets to buy that actually help you contribute to a good cause.

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Most people usually enjoy shopping. Others even use it as a form of therapy, but did you know that you can actually shop for a good cause? That means you can help those in need while making your personal purchases. However, to make this possible, you must ensure that the brand you are choosing uses ethically sourced products and has charitable causes. This means that when you buy, you’re buying consciously.  Below is an overview of some of the best companies that give back.   Now Chase the Sun - Economic Opportunity through Ethically Sourced Jewelry Source: Now Chase the...

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Give your friends and loved ones a token of your affection with a gift that tells a story. Instead of rushing to the department store at the last minute to buy a cheap bracelet, browse our selection of ethically sourced jewelry and accessories. Stones with a special meaning might speak to you most, or you may instead be compelled by a story about the Greek Gods. In addition to the thoughtful material choices and mythological inspiration behind our jewelry, a portion of your purchase will go to a non-profit organization for empowering youth and refugees. Give the gift of giving,...

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Fashion can inspire, connect, and bring people together - especially traditional clothing around the world. The fashion industry itself is becoming more globalized, and it frequently draws from different cultures. Sometimes fashion borrows for the better; for instance, Now Chase the Sun tells the stories of cultures from around the world including India and Sri Lanka through fair trade jewelry making and youth empowerment, then donating some of the funds to non-profit organizations. But sometimes fashion borrows for worse, appropriating culture without properly honoring it. In order to appreciate fashion around the world with an ethos of social consciousness and...

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