Closed Loop Unisex Sunglasses

Solving global warming takes more than just trees

Ballo, a Cape Town-based company founded in 2013, makes high-quality closed loop unisex sunglasses from upcycled waste. The shades are made from the offcuts of close-by businesses -- such as wood, fabric, cork, hemp, and recycled paper.

The company is committed to supporting a circular economy by using leftover materials from other industries. Ballo is committed to "put the planet before profit" and is striving for a zero waste production process, reusing all discarded material it produces to create flower pots, laptop stands, and earrings. Moreover, Ballo opts to use local talent over automated machinery in an effort to increase employment rates in South Africa. These unique and sustainable sunglasses are available online in a variety of styles with international shipping.