Yep, ‘tis the season and all that! This year (and always) we’re sacking off the tacky Christmas jumpers and plastic rubbish no one wants and our Christmas wish list is turning totally tropical.
This Christmas more than ever it’s vital that we think about shopping independent, ethical and small so, from our home town Bristol all the way to Ghana, this round up features all of our favourite independent online shops. Send this list straight to Santa because it’s got all the tropical Christmas gift inspo you could ever need!
1. GANGSTER WRAPS - Earrings made in Bristol
Recognise the fabrics on some of these epic hoops by Gangster Wraps? That’s because they’re made using our offcuts! Recycled and rad!
2. ASHANTI EMPRESS - Shirts made in Ghana
A great Christmas present for any man in your life, our shirt selection come in a wide range of African prints.
3, AFRISOCKS - Socks from Ghana
Gorgeous quality socks in bright and colourful traditional Kente prints from Afrisocks… The perfect Christmas gift, you can never have too many pairs!
4. ASHANTI EMPRESS - Recycled patchwork bumbag
Made by Gloria in Ghana, our African Print Bag collection has got plenty of colourful options for under the Christmas tree.
5. THAT THING - Bristol
No boring baubles here, get that Christmas tree popping with some of That Thing’s fun and funky baubles. We love the rainbow lightening and the christmas dinner bauble!
6. Jackfruit Clothing - Clothing company based in Bristol
Jackfruit love prints almost as much as we do, their groovy garms are ethically created in India and this cosy hoodie is sure to bring some festive cheer.
7. Fancy Plants - Plants from Bristol
Why not swap your old Christmas tree out for a Monstera!? Or just get your loved one a leafy friend? Fancy Plants have a huge selection of house plants in their Bristol shop.
8. Ashanti Empress - Recycled fabric scrunchies
Add a little colour to any outfit with our recycled African scrunchies.
9. BAM Store - Online marketplace in Bristol
Art is always a thoughtful gift and BAM Bristol is the place to go for prints and gifts from a whole range of UK based independent artists, we love this Elton John print by Victoria Topping.
10. Global Mama’s - Gifts, clothing & Accessories created in Ghana
Give the gift of self care with this gorgeous unrefined Soap bar by Global Mamas, a shop dedicated to creating prosperity for African women and their families. What’s not to love?
11. Ashanti Empress - Kente backpacks made in Ghana
Perfect for school, work or the gym, our African print backpacks come in a range of prints and make the perfect xmas prezzie!
12. Dakota Rae Dust - Earrings made in Bristol
Dakota Rae Dust’s iconic statement earrings will brighten up any Christmas shindig.
13. Ashanti Empress - Funky Folding Fans
It may be winter but these African print fans can still be a great gift, get a few and hang them for vibrant wall decor.
14. THE BASKET ROOM - Handmade in Ghana
Support traditional Ghanaian handicraft and crafts people by shopping these beautiful and bright hand woven baskets.
15. Euphoric Threads
All handmade in Devon, Euphoric Threads design and create multifunctional tropical activewear for the WAVES and RAVES!
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