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There’s a line of planet-friendly clothing hitting European shelves and the only place to buy it in the United States is at Arcadia Boutique in Northern Liberties. The French brand is called “Article 23,” in honor of the section in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights that asserts “everyone who works has the right to just and fair compensation ensuring for himself and his family an existence worthy of human dignity.” A fashion company that sells only ethically produced and traded goods (mostly organic), Article 23 bathes most of its men’s and women’s basic separates in blacks and whites, then splashes them with color. Arcadia, an exclusively “green” shop that offers fashion, home goods, art and travel services, is one of only four retailers outside France to carry Article 23 products.

Once you’re at Arcadia, you can pick up a pair of hand-painted “vegan” shoes by NYC design house olsen House. The first style “” a set of high-heeled ankle boots that has been photographed for Women’s Wear Daily — is only in stock at Arcadia and one store in Great Britain. The brand earns its self-proclaimed “vegan” designation for its commitment to using only animal-free products developed in socially responsible factories.

Arcadia Boutique
819 A N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
215.667.8099
www.arcadiaboutique.com