For my special project for a class I came across one of the coolest boutiques I have ever set foot it. The boutique is called Toque de Pasion and owners Melissa McCormick and Cesar Zegarra opened up on Broadway and Country Club about two years ago.
The shop carries lines that are all completely fair trade. Some of the lines are also made out of organic cotton.
According to their website: "Our primary goal is to bring superior designs and affordably priced fashions, produced by individual artisans & fair trade companies, to our desert metropolitan area and beyond. We prefer to work with textile manufacturers who use progressive environmental & employment practices."
Melissa McCormick, co owner of Toque de Pasion is really passionate about fair trade but promises she does not try to preach to her customers.
The boutique has an extremely exclusive line from Brazil that includes gorgeous gemstone jewelry. Toque de Pasion is the only place in the Western United States where you can find the pieces. The Bakana jewelry line is a favorite of some Hollywood Celebs, including Eva Longoria and has been worn on episodes of Desperate Housewives.
The coolest line that Toque De Pasion carries is it's own line which comes from Cesar's family in Peru. They carry organic cotton tops, skirts and other items.
McCormick said her customers swear by the organic cotton tops saying they breathe better in the Tucson summer heat.
The boutique is not having one of its one of two sales of the year so head over soon for some exclusive and eco friendly goods you can't get anywhere else! I can't wait to go back and do some real shopping.
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