When I practiced law, there were two cases which were especially meaningful to me. One was with the Innocence Project, an organization whose goal is to exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals through DNA testing. In the second case I successfully sought asylum for a man from Tibet.
Even though the cases were vastly different both shared a common thread – helping those in need. So, it should be no surprise that when I received an email from GAIA, an organization dedicated to empowering resettled refugee women, asking for my support I gladly agreed!
Every GAIA creation is handmade by a refugee who has resettled in Dallas using vintage, artisan-made, and sustainable materials. When you receive your order there is a card, which provides more detail about the textiles that were used and the refugee woman who made the item. Pretty cool!
I had a tough time choosing which item I wanted from the website because they are all so lovely!! I ultimately chose the Lyle Foldover Clutch, because I love the combination of ikat fabric on the front and suede on the reverse side. I’m wearing the bag as a crossbody in this post, but you can also detach the chain and then fold the bag and carry it as a clutch!
I hope you love the GAIA products as much as I do and will support their amazing mission!! I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments below and have a wonderful weekend!!
{Top: alice + olivia | Jeans: Fidelity (c/o) | Sunglasses: Chanel | Bag: Gaia (c/o) | Shoes: Nicholas Kirkwood(also available here) | Rings: Bauble Bar | Lipstick: MAC (shade Creme d’Nude)}
Photos: Holly
I didn’t know what ikat was. I googled it. Now i know. It’s good to help others in need. It’s probably even important. I congratulate you for your support of your chosen cause or causes. Personally, I have made the choice to aim my support efforts towards animal-care causes only. Regards, Lex.
Yael, I finally had a chance to sit down and read your post….it’s fantastic!! So well written, you shared GAIA’s story so beautifully and thoughtfully. Love that your past experiences made it that much more meaningful. Cannot thank you enough for sharing that, along with these gorgeous images with your readers!!
xoxo,
Paula
Thank you so much Paula!!! I am so happy to support such a worthy and important organization like GAIA!!! I adore my bag and wear it all the time and it’s my pleasure to spread the message!! xx yael
Love your outfit! So chic!
xx
Mademoiselle Coconath
http://mllecoconath.com
Thanks so much!
What a great organisation to support and what a lovely bag!
Katie x
TheEclecticity.org
Thanks Katie!! I’m so glad you agree about the organization and that you like the bag as well! xx yael
What a cool organization, and such a cute bag!! Love this :)
http://www.maggiealamode.com
Yay! So glad you enjoyed learning about GAIA and that you love the bag Maggie! xx yael
Simple but great look hun x
Jill
Jill D Blog
Thanks Jill!! Hope you’re having a great week so far! xx yael