The Fair Trader is a retail gift shop specializing in fair trade merchandise from around the world. Fair trade means that everything is hand-made, in environmentally friendly ways, and workers are paid a living wage for their community. There is no exploitation of people or resources. Many products are the result of recycling. If you are looking for a unique gift, and don't want to see yourself coming and going, this is the store for you. And your money is going to help change lives around the world.
More about our store... The Fair Trader, Chicago exclusively features merchandise made by Fair Trade artisan groups from around the world (read about our store here: http://www.thefairtraderchicago.com/about_us.html). We are the first Fair Trade retail store in Chicago to exclusively feature merchandise made by Fair Trade artisan groups from around the world. We have created this website so that you can learn more our store, our boutique services, and, most significantly, the importance of Fair Trade to the many creative artisans whose work we feature.
Please remember that while you browse our site, we more than welcome you input. If you find something of interest and want more information about it, please contact us. If you do not see what you are looking for, chances are we may have it in our store or know where we can easily find it for you. No matter the occasion, we welcome all questions and comments.
Specialties
Chicago Fair Trade Retail Gift Shop, Fair Trade Socially Conscious, Environmentally Sustainable Crafts, Eco-friendly Gifts