Your personal style reveals a lot about who you are, and with Arlokea, you can add the words empowering, change-making, and one-of-a-kind. This beautiful brand is all about making social change while staying stylish with ethical, sustainable pieces.
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Jewelry is key to making your outfit truly shine and expressing yourself through accessories. With Arlokea, there are so many possibilities to suit every taste: from timeless stone necklaces to adorably chic bumble bee earrings to uniquely carved rings, Arlokea offers a variety of pieces you can't find anywhere else.
Going Above and Beyond For Change
"Sustainable and ethical fashion is not only about the recycled materials, it’s also about greater ecological integrity and social justice," says Arlokea. "At Arlokea, we dedicate ourselves to thoughtfully sourcing material, artisan groups and suppliers that support marginalized individuals, commit to sustainability and have give- back initiatives that truly have an impact on people’s lives and well-being."
With each and every one of Arlokea's pieces, the brand incorporates a unique vision: with a distinct style and beautiful craftsmanship from artisans all over the world, Arlokea's jewelry makes a fashion statement like no other.
How Arlokea Came To Be
Arlokea's mission is truly impressive, and it all comes from the personal experience of the brand's founder. "In 2018, our founder Joelle Cowie received the news that she is a sickle cell carrier," shares the brand, "Finding out that she is a carrier changed her perspective on life. She felt a new energy and determination to use her resources to help others."
With Joelle's newfound determination to make a tangible impact, she tapped into her background in supply chain management and non-profit organizations to "develop a brand centered around recognizing our ethical and social responsibility to contribute to our global community, whether or not we are directly affected by a disease or a particular social issue."
The ethical brand is all about making positive impacts through activism and fighting social injustices. To do so, the brand has partnered with numerous non-profit organizations, suppliers, and artisan groups that take Arlokea's spirit to heart. With their commitment to creating social change, Arlokea is here to make a difference.
One-Of-A-Kind Pieces From The Heart
Arlokea has a wide variety of styles, from earrings, bracelets, necklaces, to even rings. Each and every one of them has a unique story behind it and supports various artisans and non-profit organizations.
The Dance With Me Leather Earrings
This gorgeous teardrop earring has a beautiful leather and brass combination that feels so earthy. These flashy earrings are here to be the center of attention with their golden drop feature.
"Consistent with our mission of sustainability and ethical sourcing, these glamorous earrings are made using recycled, sustainably sourced leather and 100% recycled brass," says Arlokea.
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The Dance With Me Leather Earrings is made in Ethiopia, where a group of women craft these fair trade jewelry pieces. "Many pieces in this collection were made from recycled bullet casing by women in Ethiopia," shares Arlokea, "They collect bullet casings from the Ethiopian/Eritrean war, melt them down into simple beads and create stunning jewelry pieces. They also use recycled leather in the jewelry." To learn more, click here.
The Stone Treasure Earrings
These gorgeous layered earrings feel so elegant with their mauve, neutral-blush look. These charming earrings are almost layered as if they are flower petals, and would look amazing with a pretty midi dress or a pink blouse.
The coolest thing is that these earrings were made from Tagua seeds, which allows the jewelry to be made cruelty-free while simply stunning with its eye-catching looks.
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"Tagua is a seed that comes from the Tagua palm tree that only grows in the tropical rainforests of the South American Pacific coasts. When the nuts from the tree fall to the ground they are dried and become very hard. The tagua seed needs to be dried naturally to separate it from its shell.
Once separated from the shell it has a dark skin that must be removed to reveal the ivory color," explains Arlokea, "The tagua seed can then be cut into different shapes and forms. It is also possible to dye the seed in a variety of different natural colors. This process reveals the structure and veins of the pure cellulose material giving each piece an individual aspect and a natural look."
It is amazing to know that the earrings. are made from a natural material, and it's even cooler to know that it supports other people. The Stone Treasure Earrings were made in Ecuador. To learn more, click here.
The Maystone Necklace
Looking for a necklace that has "all eyes on me" written all over it? If so, the Maystone is the right necklace for you.
With its giant pendant of brass and upcycled white horn, the Maystone is oh-so-pretty with an alluring texture. I love the gold chain detailing that accompanies the charm as well.
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If you're wondering how this necklace was made, Arlokea has all the details for you: "This Fair Trade Collection recycles bullhorn that has been discarded by local stockyards. Bullhorn is an ideal material for craftsmen, because it can be molded and sculpted into different shapes by applying heat and water. Bullhorn is also unique in its natural color variation. Each horn has a different combination of colors ranging from white to black, brown and gray tones in between."
That tone of different hues is evident with the Mayhorn necklace, as you can see the pretty color differentiations that make this pendant so unique. This necklace was made in Vietnam. To learn more, click here.
The Pearl Drop Earrings
Nothing is more classic than a good pair of pearl earrings, and Arlokea's timeless version features a delicate, dainty look. These earrings are the definition of dreamy: the minimalist design is love at first sight.
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This easy to style earrings are a must for your jewelry collection; they are perfect to wear for casual days and formal events. Made with all-natural Keshi pearls, these jewelry pieces are the definition of a classic charm.
These earrings were made in India, where artisans handcraft these pieces using non-toxic dyes. "All the raw materials used in Kallista jewelry are high quality, natural & sustainably sourced," says Arlokea. To learn more, click here.
Making Impacts Around the World
With Arlokea, not only are you staying stylish and ethically conscious, but creating much-needed change in the world.
To learn more about Arlokea's projects, click here.
Each piece is making a positive impact to support those in need and fights to make safe work environments, fair wages, and non-discriminatory labor possible.
With over $1000 donated to charities and 8 artisan groups and producer groups supported, Arlokea is making contributions from the heart. Currently focusing on health, education, and community groups, the brand strives to make a true difference.
I love that each piece really embraces its beautiful design and that it is a piece you couldn't find anywhere else. Paired with its activism for justice, Arlokea's artisan-made pieces exude care and love- and that's what makes it so special.
That means every time you purchase from Arlokea, not only do you get an ethically-sourced product that you will love but you are supporting a fairer, sustainable business model that helps to improve the wellbeing and livelihood of artisans in under developed countries or marginalized communities.
- Arlokea
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