The importance of fashion is difficult to overstate in many contexts. While it might not be true that clothes make the man, it’s certainly is correct to assume that people notice what you’re wearing, and thus looking you’re best is always a good idea. But in many situations, it’s only natural to want to do more than just let everyone know that you have a good sense of fashion. Many people feel a desire to give back to the larger community in one way or another. Normally, these higher aspirations don’t seem to have much to do with fashion at all, but in some cases that’s not quite the case. We really admire Love and Pride watches for giving customers the chance to make a difference while still getting great looking jewelry.

What We Love about Love and Pride
First and foremost, this designer focuses on providing great looking accessories that fit well into almost any lifestyle. With a wide variety of fun and innovative designs, these timepieces are versatile enough to mesh with a wide variety of outfits. Plus, with a superb selection of colors for each style, customers will find it easy to mix and match, and may really enjoy having the same model in more than one color. Unlike other designers which seem to stick to traditional lines, this is one company that is never afraid to take risks, and incorporate striking visual imagery into their pieces that can catch the eye from across the room.

But when you buy from this company, you get more than a men’s watch. Ten percent of all sales are donated to charities that work towards marriage equality and civil rights. That means that you’re not only getting a lovely and well made timepiece, but that you’ll also know that you’re helping in a small way to make the world a better place. Donations partners include Lambda Legal, the Service Members Legal Defense Network, and the Matthew Shepard Foundation. Each of these charities work in their own way to ensure equal rights for everyone, which means that Love and Pride can help you do good as well as look good.
Some Things We Don’t Like About Love and Pride
But while we really like these timepieces, it should be noted that they may not be for everyone. Many of the mens watches designs by this company are experimental, including striking imagery and often bright colors. While there’s no question that these watches look good, they may be a little too boisterous for some senses of fashion. Further, those who are looking for more traditionally styled watches might not be able to get exactly what’s on their shopping list.
History of the Brand
Love and Pride started as the collective dream of a group of artists and entrepreneurs. Not satisfied with simply turning a profit, this group has worked to make their business work to further their ideals. This company makes it clear that they stand for equality, diversity, and tolerance. This means not only donating a portion of their proceeds to charities devoted to important causes like marriage equality, but also means a strong influence on the jewelry they design. Topics such as the hit show “The L Word” are just one example of the wide base of inspiration that head designer Udi Behr draws from.




Tue, Jul 6, 2010
Brands