Land+Living: Live Green

Misc — April 4, 2005 Posted by James

Green wristbands raise awareness for National Landscape Architecture Month

It seems to us that the whole colored wristband thing has gone a bit too far. Then again, the concept is to raise money and awareness for "good causes" and to provide a way for people to contribute to and display their support for these causes. So really, what's wrong with that?

The wristbands are available for $5, with the proceeds benefiting the ASLA Library and Education Advocacy Fund.

Link: ASLA's Store - Live Green Bracelet
Link: Landscape Architecture Month - Design for Active Living
Reference: April declared National Landscape Architecture Month (Land+Living)

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Mahalie — April 4, 2005
I can think of a few things wrong with that...

As you pointed out, this 'idea' is already a clichéd gimmick. Further, I find comparing raising awareness about Nat'l Landscape Architecture Month to the original vision for these wristbands - an original, visually visceral idea to raise money for cancer - appallingly crass. Of course, I hope the irony of the phrase 'Live Green' embossed in silicone is obvious, or are they 100% biodegradable?

alan — April 5, 2005
i think i get it

- they figure the acronym ASLA sounds sorta medicinal and people will think it has something to do with charity. whatever.

Lisa Barreto — April 26, 2005
Silicone Wristbands

Are these silicone wristbands and all the others being sold 100% biodegradable?