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Shopsgiving: Stores and Brands That Give Back

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Emerson chapter.

Who doesn’t want to shop and feel like a Good Samaritan? Whether you’re looking to buy a gift for someone else, or something for yourself, shopping these stores and brands will keep you on Santa’s “Nice List.” Give thanks and support these stores and brands that are doing good. ‘Tis the season for giving back, one purchase at a time!

MAC Cosmetics – VIVA GLAM Lipstick

Every cent of each MAC VIVA GLAM Lipstick sold goes to the MAC AIDS Fund, which supports men, women, and children living with HIV and AIDS. Head over to the MAC store on Newbury or in Downtown Crossing and pick one up for yourself, your friend, mom or sister. You’ll look glam and be giving back at the same time!

Alex and Ani – Charity by Design Bangles

It’s arm candy for charity! Alex and Ani donates a portion of the proceeds of each Charity by Design bangle to non-profit organizations. They support many charities such as the American Cancer Society, Alex’s Lemonade Stand, Unified Theatre, VH1 Save the Music Foundation, and ASPCA.

TOMS

It’s not just about shoes anymore; Toms has expanded their “One to One” promise. Now, through the purchase of eyewear and even coffee, you can help make a difference in someone’s life. With each pair of eyewear sold, Toms will help restore someone’s sight, and with every bag of coffee, one week of clean water will be provided to a person in need. Go get your shoe, shades, or caffeine fix and give back!

LUSH – New Charity Pot Body Lotion

LUSH is a notably charitable brand that cares about making the world a better place. The New Charity Pot Body Lotion is vegan and contains only natural ingredients and safe synthetics. Even better, 100% of purchases goes to grassroots charities helping in human rights, animal welfare, and environmental conservation.

Bobbi Brown – Pretty Pink Ribbon Lip Gloss Collection

Even Emerson’s own Bobbi Brown is giving back! $12 of every Pretty Pink Ribbon Lip Gloss Collection sold will go to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. It’s gloss that does good!

Bitsy Skerry is a freshman at Emerson College majoring in Marketing Communication. She loves all things fashion and has a personal style blog, Bits of Style (www.bits-of-style.blogspot.com). Her style icon is Audrey Hepburn and her favorite movie is The Devil Wears Prada. Bitsy plans to work in the fashion industry.
Emerson contributor