What if I told you that there was a way that you could wear an authentic piece of the world on you, while giving back to it at the same time?
If you're passionate about traveling and/or giving back to international causes, then let me introduce you to Serengetee.
Serengetee is a unique type of clothing brand. Their mission is to support artisans and causes around the world. It was founded by two guys who met on the Semester at Sea study abroad program. During Semester at Sea, students live and study on a boat and travel to as many as 12 different countries in 100 days. While the founders were traveling, they started collecting fabrics from Asia, Central America and Africa and that's where it all began.
According to Serengetee:
"By purchasing fabric from over 25 countries, we support artisans, their families and ancient fabric making traditions. And, by giving back 10 percent of our profits to a diverse range of grassroots causes, we work to improve lives in their communities. The stories of these fabric makers and causes are baked into every product we make, so when you wear Serengetee you are truly wearing a piece of the world."
Currently Serengetee supports over 30 grassroot causes around the world in countries including Africa, South America, Asia, Europe, South Pacific, Central America, USA and Canada. Each product on the site is made with specially designed fabric from the locals of each country.
Additionally, this brand is all about getting people to "Travel More." Once a person travels, something happens inside their mind and heart -- their hearts expand, people become more empathetic for their global neighbors across the world, their minds open and perspective shifts.
Think about it: with this brand, you could be wearing a shirt made with fabric from Peru, a hat made with fabric from Brazil and a handbag made with fabric from Japan -- all while supporting and giving back to three different causes around the world with your purchases.
They often have flash sales and great discounts too! For example, in honor of the Fourth of July, you could get anything in the store for 50 percent off! While it's a great cause and mission, the clothes themselves are extremely soft, comfortable and of great quality! My Serengetees are some of my favorite clothing articles in my closet.
I encourage you to at least check out the site. You may find a fabric print you really like, a country you'd love to support or an international cause that really resonates with you that you'd like to give back to through purchasing a Serengetee product. I'd love to see everywhere "Wear the World" and "Travel More."
Disclaimer: All opinions are my own.
