March is Women's History Month, so there's no better time than the present to celebrate women's achievements and to strive for equality (amen, Patty Arquette and Meryl Streep!). There are so many things we can do this month to support women—and yes, that includes shopping. These brands are helping us support women around the world with products that directly benefit women. Go on—shop and do good this month!
1. eff. Y . bee
By purchasing this adorable Headbands of Hope Signature Bliss Stack ($58), you give a girl with cancer a bracelet and donate to a childhood cancer organization of your choice.
2. Estee Lauder
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation funds promising research for the prevention and cure of breast cancer. 100 percent of the proceeds from this Modern Muse Solid Perfume Compact ($50) go to the BCRF!
3. Ten Thousand Villages
Fair trade market Ten Thousand Villages partners with organizations like St. Mary's Mahila Shikshan Kendra, which provides free maternity care and education assistance to the young mothers it employs. The goal of the site is to "empower artisans in developing countries," many of them women—products like the Denim Bluesy Scarf ($24), for example, directly benefit the female artisans that create them.
4. Kate Spade Saturday
On Purpose is a collaboration between Kate Spade Saturday and women artisans of Masoro, Rwanda. Products like the Beaded Canvas Clutch ($75) support the economic stability of the artisans' community.
5. Tory Burch
Through small business loans, mentorship programs, and entrepreneurial education, The Tory Burch Foundation supports American female entrepreneurs and their families. Plus, 50 percent of the proceeds from this citrusy, earthy Eau De Parfum Rollerball ($25) are donated to the foundation to help economically empower women.
6. Ralph Lauren
The Pink Pony Campaign supports an international network of charities that fight breast cancer. 25 percent of the proceeds from the Pink Pony Full-Zip Jacket ($165) support the campaign.
7. Avon and mark.
The Avon Foundation for Women and m.powerment by mark. are working toward ending the cycle of dating abuse and partner violence. 100 percent of the proceeds from this Mighty Pretty M.Powerment Bracelet ($25) goes directly to the initiative.
How will you help support women around the world this March, collegiettes?