2017 Holiday Gift Guide by Face the Current

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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE CONTENTS The Gift Guide · 2017 Season The Holiday season is upon us! We hope this is a special time for reflecting on what you are truly grateful for. In that spirit, consider purchasing from conscious brands for this year’s gift giving. It’s true that every purchase you make is a vote for the type of world you want to live in. This year please help by casting your vote for fair trade, We’ve got all of the holiday sustainability and giving back to the environment and those in need.trimmings Our giftyou’ll guide makes it easy. We are proud need. We’ve got all of the holiday to provide you access to products manufactured by brands that are committed to inspiring and activating positive trimmings you’ll need. change in the world.

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Left to Right A. Neem Turmeric Facial Mist (3.4 fl oz) $11.99 B. Neem Turmeric Cleanser (3.4 fl oz) $11.99 C. Neem Turmeric Day Cream (3 fl oz) $18.99 D. Neem Turmeric Skin Treatment (1 fl oz) $13.99 E. Neem Turmeric Night Cream (3 fl oz) $18.99

Salt Way Botanicals 20 Tree Tribe

Lemur Bags 26

Aloha For People 24

LSTN Headphones 32

Honestly Good Trunk Collective 28 Grow From Nature 30 Smoothie Co 34

Whether you are hanging at the homestead or headed into the wild unknown, we’ve thought through the season’s needs so you can focus on what—and who—is most important to you. Tees, flannels, sweaters, jackets; beanies and caps; jeans and pants. Here are all the layers you need to warm up, chill out, or cool down.

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SUSTAINABLE CLOTHING MOVEM ENT Start asking questions about your clothes in the same way you ask about the food you eat, and you can help fundamentally change the way clothing is made.

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HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Top to Bottom A. Issa Pillow Cover $24.00 B. Baka Napkin $30.00 C. Baka Table Runner $48.00

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Top to Bottom A. Poto Clutch $18.99 B. Judy Clutch $18.99 C. Laura Clutch $18.99 D. Hodalo Clutch $18.99

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Clockwise starting from Top A. Body Wash, Lavender (32 fl oz) $14.99 B. Body Lotion, Purely Coconut (32 fl oz) $14.99 C. Body Wash, Purely Coconut (32 fl oz) $14.99 D. Authentic African Black Soap, Peppermint (16 fl oz) $8.99 E. Authentic African Black Soap, Tangerine Citrus (16 fl oz) $8.99

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FUN GIFTS FOR BABIES & KIDS! Nothing 's too good for my baby!” -Moms Everywhere

F. H. Left to Right A. Babies & Kids Shampoo & Body Wash, Coconut Strawberry (16 fl oz) $9.99 B. Babies & Kids Bubble Bath, Coconut Strawberry (32 fl oz) $14.99 C. Babies & Kids Hair & Body Lotion, Coconut Chamomile (16 fl oz) $9.99 D. Babies & Kids Bubble Bath, Coconut Chamomile (32 fl oz) $14.99

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Babies & Kids Bubble Bath, Eucalyptus Mint (32 fl oz) $14.99 Babies & Kids Hair & Body Lotion, Unscented (16 fl oz) $9.99 Babies & Kids Bubble Bath, Lemon Lavender (32 fl oz) $14.99 Babies & Kids Shampoo & Body Wash, Lemon Lavender (16 fl oz) $9.99

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R e d C o r a l a n d Ta s s e l B r a c e l e t $ 1 4 The lovely hues of the Red Coral along with the natural Wood beads are a simply elegant combination. Add in the muted Red Suede Tassel to hold your Essential Oils, you have a fabulous bracelet combination!

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At Adorn & Diffuse, we believe in the power of giving back and paying it forward. This is why we partner with nonprofit organizations to offer bulk discounts, provide give-away and auction item donations to charitable organizations, and have identified products for which we donate the profits from the sales to specific causes. We support causes that have touched our family in the hopes that cures can be found and hope can be spread through continued research, raising of awareness, rescued pet adoptions, and youth camp programming.

Filigree Diffuser Bracelet

$22

This Stainless Steel essential oil diffuser locket bracelet has a gorgeous champagne colored locket face in a filigree design. • • • • •

Stainless Steel bracelet Magnetic closure Locket outside diameter: 30 mm (1 1/8”) Thickness: 6.5 mm Includes 6 reusable, washable, felt pads

Leaf Diffuser Necklace • • • • • • •

$22

Includes your choice of chain of key chain holder If chain option is not selected, an 18+” Rolo Chain will be included Stainless Steel Magnetic closure Outside diameter: @ 30mm (1 1/8”) Thickness: 6.5mm Includes 4 reusable, washable, felt pads; limited colors available

Moroccan Motif D i f f u s e r B r a c e l e t $22 This Stainless Steel bracelet features a gorgeous Moroccan-inspired design.

7 C h a k r a ’ s Wo o d B e a d & Ta s s e l Diffuser Bracelet $14 This wooden bead bangle bracelet is styled after the 7 Chakra’s and YOU get to choose with the coordinating leather tassel color! Apply your Essential Oils directly to the tassel and enjoy the benefits as you go about your day!

Peace Bracelet: Lava & H o w l i t e $14 The Lava Rock is a natural, porous stone & makes a fantastic carrier for your essential oils. Howlite is said to be a wonder stone for calming upset states of mind and emotion.

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Wo o d Avi a to r s

$80

Rosewood with Black Lens

Brown Frame with Mirror Green Lens

Eco B e an i e Light Gray

$18

Na tu re Jo u rn a l Note b ook Brown

$18

We make eco friendly s, clothing and accessorie and are on a mission to plant millions of trees and make a positive impact on the world.

Mi n i S l i n g B a g Blue

$16

Le af Le a ther S houl d e r Bag

Ca m o B l a c k Tr ib e L o go Ho o d ie 100% Organic Cotton

Natural / Brown

$48

$60

Su n Tr i be Tee Hem p/O rga n i c Cotton - Black

B l ack Water Bo ttle

$30

Stainless Steel, Insulated, No Sweat, Leak Proof - 20 oz

$60

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Please visit our website www.alohaforpeople.com and join us on our mission.

LEMUR BAGS Lemurs are a small primate native to the island of Madagascar. These adorable little creatures are one of the most endangered animals on Earth due to illegal deforestation, and desperately need our help.

15% of all profits from Lemur Bags go straight to organizations supporting lemur conservation projects in Madagascar.

WHAT’S UP WITH LEMURS? Lemurs are a small primate found only on their native island of Madagascar. These adorable little creatures are one of the most endangered animals on Earth thanks to illegal deforestation, and are in desperate need of our help. By purchasing a Lemur Bag, you are helping to keep them from becoming extinct. We donate a significant portion of our profits to organizations that work hard to keep lemurs alive and well.

WHO ARE LEMUR BAGS? When we discovered that lemurs are in grave danger of becoming extinct, we knew we wanted to help in whatever way possible. We decided to create a new line of bags that not only look great but will last for years, and donate a significant portion of our profits toward conservation efforts to keep these amazing creatures off the “extinct” list. We only work with good companies who use responsible and environmentally friendly business practices, and will accept no less. We will always be 100% transparent about where your money is going and will keep an updated list of the organizations we’re working with on this website. We thoroughly evaluate each company we donate to, to make sure your (and our!) money and resources are being spent in the best way possible.

Beautiful pieces that tell a beautiful story. This is the premise of Trunk Collective, a sustainable, eco-conscious online boutique, featuring consciously made products that are good for you, the planet and the people who make them. Founder, Karina Gonzalez, an avid traveler and conservationist, remembers how her time in Africa and Asia became a wake-up call and the source of inspiration for becoming a more conscious consumer and business owner. By traveling to places that have literally taken her breath away, her eyes were also opened to just how much waste, environmental and cultural damage have taken place at the

cost of fast-fashion. Karina’s goal was to turn the tides with a simple belief that we can do better, and with this passion Trunk Collective was born. Launched in April 2016, Trunk is a swoon-worthy fashion boutique carefully curated from fair trade, sustainably sourced and ethical brands, which aims to show women that they don’t have to pay a premium for products that are well made and transparent. Jewelry, accessories, home goods and beauty products are sourced from all across the globe, from places personally visited and explored by Karina as she handselects all available items to be featured on the site.

Every aspect of Trunk Collective is responsible as they follow a strict ethos model, selecting brands that fall into one or more of the following categories: • Handmade • Vegan/Cruelty Free • Sustainable • Fair Trade • Women Empowerment • Made in the USA • Aid • Recycled / Upcycled

In addition to their ethos, aid and assistance plays an important part of their mission. Every quarter, Trunk Collective selects a new charity partner to donate 7% of all sales to environmental and wildlife conservation. Changing the world of tomorrow is what Trunk Collective is all about. To inspire us to go against the grain and really consider the story behind the products we fill our homes and our lives with. When you think differently about fashion and the environment, that necklace you wear is not just a necklace. It is a necklace fashioned in Nepal at the hands of a local artisan and is a reminder that every piece sold has a connection to a much larger part of the world. And that’s kind of beautiful isn’t it? Now there’s a pride when you wear that necklace, an empowering story behind its creation. Karina invites all women to be an agent of change through their buying power, their actions and their voice. Ask questions. Dare to be a responsible consumer and get to know who and what is behind the brands you purchase. Because sometimes all you need to change the world of tomorrow, is to change the way you think today.

“Globally Conscious” A brand that can grow from nature

This fancy High quality Cork Clutch is perfect for everyday use or for a night out. It has an amazing smooth and soft texture, it’s highly durable, slim and extremely light.

Cer r i s To te Dark

$133.99

V i bra n t S e a Co l l ec t i o n Anchor Necklace

$33.90

S u ber To te Light Dark

$144.90

Tri b al Co llection Locked Bracelet

$38.99

Urb an i i Me nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wal l e t Brown

$55.00

Cast a n ea Cro ssbo dy Squares

$68.99

Mo r i i Co nver t ib le B a c k pa c k , Crossbody Handbag Blue

$130.99

LSTN was founded with a singular purpose: To change lives through the power of music. Proceeds from sales of all LSTN products go towards giving hearing aids to people in need worldwide through our charity partner, Starkey Hearing Foundation.

Custom 40mm Neodymium Drivers

Canvas Drawstring Travel Bag

18 Hz - 22 kHz Frequency Response

Bluetooth

ALL NATURAL World-class musical instruments are made from wood - why not headphones? Our real wood housings provide excellent tonal balance with crisp highs and rich lows.

GET COMFORTABLE The redesigned headband features a vegan leather band for additional comfort during long-term listening sessions.

SOUNDS GOOD LSTN Wireless headphones support Bluetooth 4.1, which means you’ll always have high-quality audio. Stream from your laptop or any other Bluetoothenabled device (even TV’s!) from up to 30 feet away.

LSTN has helped more than 22,000 people in 9 countries. Pictured: ZEBRA WOOD TROUBADOUR WIRED HEADPHONES

The Honestly Good Smoothie Co. We deliver hand chopped, all organic fruit, veg, nuts, herbs seeds & superfoods directly to consumers every week, in convenient ready-to-blend pouches (www.honestly-good.co). Air frozen to lock in nutrition, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re delivered in wool-lined boxes to keep them sitting cool and happy on your doorstep until you arrive home from work. All recipes are developed by our chef & nutritionist, and our focus is on low GI vegetable based smoothie recipes. The way in which we do business matters just as much as what we do, so we make sure all our packaging is recyclable or compostable, and we offer free returns for our customers to send back packaging to be re-used, reducing waste. We prefer skin on, chunky veg, though any waste from chopping / peeling / coring is composted too. We also ensure we provide 2 meals for those in need for every box that we send out.

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Can’t shake that cold? Feeling tired? Then feed your body some goodness and boost your immunity against those nasties

One of the favourites at Honestly good HQ. Delicious banana, courgette and sweet potato form the base of this smoothie, giving you a healthy dose of potassium

Banana and Apple give a sweetness to the squash, with cashews adding a creamy texture and a touch of cinnamon for spice

Apples, strawberry and rhubarb sweetens up the hearty sweet potato base for an energising boost

The Smoothie Spice

The Waldorf cool

Green Clean Protein

Berry nice

Super foods broccoli and Kale unite! Both are super at fighting inflammation with anti oxidants, protecting heart health, eyes and aiding digestion

You’ll get a nice boost of Vitamin C from this delicious smoothie which amongst an array of health benefits helps strengthen your immune system

All singing all dancing and packed This silky smoothie is just heaven. with personality. This one is gonna Walnuts are an excellent source give you what you really, really of vitamins and minerals, while want cucumber, Apple & Wakame keep this one balanced.

The Future We’ve got exciting plans for the future; Blake & Caroline will shortly begin work on our protein smoothie range; a delicious mix of beans, legumes, pulses, lentils, tofu and tempeh, which we hope to roll out in January for the New Year, when we begin working on a range of smoothies for babies with Oxford scientists. You’ll also likely see us handing out tasters all across London, from yoga studios to tube stations. We’re also looking to implement a system whereby we’ll donate to causes that our members care about, from each of their deliveries (it’s early days and exciting times on this one).

Create an account and prepare to receive your subscription of smoothie kits from only £2.45 each. Our freshly frozen, lovingly packed and easy to use smoothie kits are only a couple of clicks away.

Squeal with delight when you receive your lovingly packed smoothie box, full of freshly frozen goodness. Your box is temperature controlled with sheep’s wool lining and your ready-to-blend sachets are nestled amongst gel packs for maximum deliciousness.

Store everything in your freezer, and when you’re ready simply pop a pack into your blender, add 250ml of water and your superfood super delicious smoothie is ready!

Return your wool liners by simply throwing them into the mailing bag provided. Fix the return sticker onto the bag and drop it off at a Collect Plus Partner (Costcutter, Londis, Nisa, Spar, Co-op and many more).

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