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5 Sustainable Gift Ideas for a More Conscious Christmas
Christmas comes with lights, music and the desire to give something special.
But it's also the time when we consume the most - and, inevitably, waste the most.
This year, the proposal is simple: buy with purpose.
Less quantity, more quality. Less impulse, more intention.
Here are five ideas for sustainable gifts, made from reused materials, ethically produced and designed to last - gifts with history and meaning.
1. Slippers made from waste
Produced in Porto, these slippers are made from leftover fabrics and foam from the upholstery industry.
The result is a comfortable, hard-wearing product with a modern design that doesn't reveal its recycled origin - but does reflect the positive impact of reuse.
Why choose: Every pair of Neo Social Design prevents materials from ending up in the trash and supports a Portuguese brand with local, artisanal production.
2. Reusable bottle
Made from sugar cane biomass, the EcoBottle is light, practical and totally recyclable.
Produced with renewable energy in Sweden, this bottle replaces single-use bottles and is designed to accompany everyday life with style and conscience.
Why choose it:
Reduces plastic consumption and is useful every day - at the gym, at work or when traveling.
3. Bracelet made from ocean plastic
Created by a 15-year-old in Menorca, SeaJeys transforms plastic collected from the sea into simple, elegant jewelry.
Each bracelet carries a story of recovery, purpose and hope.
Why choose:
Contribute to cleaning up the oceans and support a young, innovative project that shows that change can start early - and in style.
4. Socks with fishing nets and organic cotton
Socks MERIT X FOREBEL are the result of a collaboration with purpose.
Made with ECONYL® regenerated nylon from fishing nets collected from the ocean and certified organic cotton, they combine comfort, durability and responsibility.
Why choose them:
They are practical, ethical and ecological, and with each pair we plant a tree, guaranteeing its maintenance for 5 years.
5. Decorative pieces with a second life
A Chakoin Zanzibar converts used glass bottles into elegant jars and decorative pieces, with functional design and local production.
Why choose them:
They are objects with soul and purpose, which show the power of creativity and reuse.
Perfect for those who like to offer something different - useful, sustainable and full of meaning.
A Christmas with less waste and more meaning
Before you buy, ask yourself: "Will this be used? Will it last? Or will it end up forgotten in a drawer?".
Opt for recycled, local or handmade materials.
Avoid disposable wrapping - there's always a box or fabric waiting for a second life.
In the Merecestore, you'll find all these ideas and many others that value those who produce, those who receive and the planet we share.
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