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Business Description

Located in the heart of Los Angeles, Otherwild is a queer-identified woman-owned store, design studio and event space that centers ethics at the core of their business. Established in 2012 in a vast multidisciplinary community of artists and designers, Otherwild is dedicated to showcasing goods made with care by individuals.

The store offers beautiful and well-designed products and apparel, as well as an array of refillable bulk home cleaning and personal care products + lo/no-waste reuseables under the moniker Otherwild General. Otherwild designs and produces their own line of apparel and home goods independently and collaboratively, incorporating a passion and respect for the handmade into their work.

What sets Otherwild apart is their commitment to producing goods made within an ethically-sourced supply chain. They research continually and adjust as they learn, aiming to manifest a coutercultural relationship to exploitative, extractive, and excessive consumer capitalist culture. Otherwild is dedicated to carrying products made with care, concern, and awareness of their impact and design.

At their core, Otherwild is committed to utilizing their resources to provide sustained support for their staff, vendors, and suppliers, as well as grassroots activist and social justice organizations and via direct grants to makers through Anotherwild Fund.

Owned by Rachel Berks, who is based in New York with her partner A.L. Steiner and three dogs, Pocket, Deer, and Teddybear, Otherwild moved from Hollywood to Echo Park in March 2013. Since then, they have continued to be a staple in the community, offering a truly unique shopping experience that is both ethical and sustainable.

Otherwild's commitment to ethical sourcing, community support, and handmade products makes them a standout in the Los Angeles shopping scene. Whether you're looking for beautiful apparel, home goods, or personal care products, Otherwild is the place to go for products made with care and compassion.

Gift Ideas for Otherwild

If you're looking for a gift that is both beautiful and ethical, look no further than Otherwild. This queer-identified woman-owned store, located in Los Angeles, offers a wide range of handmade products that are sure to delight anyone on your gift list.

For the fashion lover, Otherwild offers a range of apparel that is both stylish and sustainable. From cozy sweaters to statement jewelry, their selection is sure to impress. And because their products are made with care and ethical sourcing, you can feel good about the impact your gift is making.

If you're shopping for someone who loves to cook, Otherwild's selection of kitchen and home goods is a great place to start. From handmade ceramics to reusable beeswax wraps, they offer a range of products that are both beautiful and practical.

For the beauty enthusiast, Otherwild's selection of cosmetics and personal care products is a must-see. Their range of natural and organic skincare products, handmade soaps, and zero-waste personal care items are perfect for anyone who wants to look and feel their best while reducing their impact on the environment.

And if you're not sure what to get, you can always opt for one of Otherwild's gift cards. This way, your loved one can choose the perfect gift for themselves while supporting a small business that is committed to ethical and sustainable practices.

No matter what your gift-giving needs may be, Otherwild is the perfect place to shop for anyone who loves beautiful, handmade products that are made with care and compassion.

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