Double Check: These Bracelets Do It All
Think for a moment about the perfect piece of everyday jewelry. We bet you’re imagining something unique, casual yet elegant, with a sweet story to share should someone question its origins. Sound like a dream? It’s not, thanks to the artisans at SWAK X.
Why We Love It!
SWAK X makes beautiful sterling silver and gold plated charms dangling from delicate silk cords. You can choose hearts, zodiac signs, feathers, letters, and a variety of other charms, with cord coming in a variety of colors to personalize your look. The company also crafts glass rings and Perspex jewelry.
The Good News
The South African company employs vulnerable young adults with fair wages, breaking a cycle of poverty caused by a troubled economy. A percentage of profits go to the Tomorrow Trust, a non-profit working to ensure tertiary education for young people across South Africa.
Our Pick
Want your jewelry to do double-duty? The W2H (Wrist to Hair) bracelet is a fun twist on wearing a hair elastic on your arm.
Want your own? SWAK X jewelry is available worldwide, in boutiques across Europe, Australia, and Africa. SWAK X just launched its US site at www.swakxusa.com. An online catalog will be available soon, so keep an eye out!
Price Check
Pieces range from $12 for the W2H bracelets to $34 for the oversized charms.
Tomorrow Trust is the pioneer of exit strategy and sustainability for orphan and vulnerable children through education in South Africa. They partner with private schools where the teachers make themselves available to give the best education South Africa has to offer, in order to bridge the gap in education to which some children are exposed.
Check out the SWAK X site and let us know which charm you like best!