July’s Top 13: Plastic-Free July

As we head to the beach, swim in the ocean, and appreciate the great outdoors this summer it’s an opportune time to raise awareness about the increasing build-up of plastic waste that saturates our land and waters. Plastic Free July®, is a global movement that helps people be part of the solution to plastic pollution. The concept is simple: Participants are challenged to reduce their reliance on single-use plastics.

This July, join us in taking the Plastic Free Challenge: for the month eliminate one or more single-use plastic items. And you’ll see how easy it is to make that change a lasting one! Here are some of our favorite products and packaging that are specifically designed to replace plastic versions. 

Dava’s Picks: Founder and Chief Creative Officer 

• Seedlip is one of the many non alcoholic spirits that are oh so hot right now and we love their special gift packaging made of mushrooms.
  IG: @seedlip_na
• Everybody poops so why not help save the planet in the process. We love Who Gives a Crap both for its sustainable bamboo paper and the super cute paper wraps that they come in. No plastic here and pretty enough for a housewarming gift too. ($10 off if you want to try it out)
  IG: @whogivesacraptp
• Keep your breath fresh and your teeth clean with the zero plastic and refill products from Bite. This brand also reduced the impact of shipping by taking the water out. Looks good on the bathroom shelf, too.
  IG: @bite

Andre’s Picks: Associate Creative Director 

• Lilybee ecofriendly reusable food wrap has been a go-to to replace plastic wraps in my daily food storage. They even have sandwich bags!
  IG: @lilybeewrap

Jane’s Picks: Sr. Engagement Strategist

• Pack smarter and rescue more than 200 ocean-bound plastic bottles for reuse? Yes please! Travel company, Solgaard offers travel accessories focused on repurposing the world’s plastics and increasing travel ease. This Lifepack Endeavor with hanging closet repurposes 229 bottles and optimizes travel space while keeping items well organized!
  IG: @solgaard

Eugenia’s Picks: Creative Project Manager

• We 100% need a straw at all times for homemade summer drinks. These glass versions available through Mociun are as beautiful as they are functional.
  IG: @mociun

Haley’s Picks: Creative Project Manager

• Wild One makes it easy to care for your four legged friends in an eco-friendly and fashionable way. Take advantage of giving your pup the best of the best!
  IG: @wildone

Suzanne’s Picks: Operations Leader

• Albatross Butterfly Safety Razor is the last razor you’ll ever buy!  Stainless, rust-free, gorgeous design, and perfect for all genders and shaving needs. It’s a clean shave for both you and the ocean.
  IG: @albatross_sailing

Elaine’s Picks: Designer 

• Keep your ears and the earth a little cleaner with LastSwab, a reusable and sustainable alternative to cotton swabs.
  IG: @lastobject

Meb’s Picks: Designer 

• We love the new plastic free packaging for Native Deodorant. It’s entirely paperboard sourced from responsibly managed forests.
  IG: @native

Zili’s Picks: Designer 

• Swedish Dishcloth, a reusable sponge cloth to clean up spills and messes, providing a more eco-friendly alternative to paper towels and sponges.
  IG: @swedishdishcloth

Xiaoxiao’s Picks: Junior Designer 

• The plastic-free Food Huggers food seal will keep your fruits and veggies fresh longer. It can also transfer cans, jars, and glass into a quick and easy well-sealed container.
  IG: @foodhuggers

Montana’s Picks: Design Intern

• I recently switched from shampoo bottles to shampoo bars to save on some plastic and easier for travel. These ones from Ethique are amazing and the packaging is very stylish, which is also completely compostable!
  IG: @ethiqueworld

As always, if you’d like to collaborate with us, we would love to hear from you! Please reach out to info@noise13.com to connect.