DETAILS FROM ARTICLE22
FOR THE SUSTAINABLE FASHIONISTA—
"It's such a lovely idea to turn something so negative into something beautiful." -Emma Watson
The LAOS DOME Earrings are the definition of sustainable. Up-cycled from shrapnel and debris, these earrings are made by fair trade Laotian artisans who developed this craft technique in the 1970's. They are effortlessly chic, super lightweight and comfortable to wear.
- 3.6 cm Peacebomb Aluminum Domes
- Sterling Silver Ear Post and Ear Nuts
- Authentically handcrafted in Laos and finished in Vientiane or New York
- Hand cast re-purposed military grade aluminum – Our PEACEBOMB Al includes Vietnam War era bombs, plane parts, military hardware and other aluminum scrap
- Comes complete with ARTICLE22 Story Card and handwoven, reusable Cotton Pouch
IMPACT
Each piece gives back to support traditional Laotian artisan livelihoods, village development, community endeavors and further de-mining efforts.
Your purchase contributes to MAG (Mines Advisory Group) to safely & expertly clear some of the 80 million unexploded bombs contaminating land in Laos.
- $130 clears 8m2 of Laotian landscape
MAINTENANCE
PEACEBOMB Al does not have to be removed in water. Metal does not tarnish, rust or leave discoloration on skin and has been tested to determine that it is NICKEL FREE.
With wear, each piece becomes uniquely yours and will acquire a polished patina from the natural oils of your skin.